Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Birthday Planning 101 for Children's Parties


Birthday parties are like planning road trips....getting there is half the fun.

You have to decide on themes, decorations, activities, food, presents, guests and so much more to make it perfect for that special person. Below is a pre-party timeline to help assist you with planning the perfect Birthday party:

6 Weeks Before:
Choose the theme, draw up the guest list, confrim the date with your child's best friend and reserve off-site space.

4 Weeks Before:
Write out invitations; get updated class list and decide on games , activities and food.

3 Weeks Before:
Mail out invitations, purchase party goods, start homemade decorations and favors, and food.

1 to 2 Weeks Before:
Purchase crafts supplies and favors, draw up a schedule of activities, make samples of planned crafts and call guests who have not yet responded.

1 to 2 Days Before:
Bake the cake, decorate your home or be sure off-site supplies are gathered, adn prepare make-ahead foods.

Inforamtion provided by: www.marthastewart.com

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