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ids’ birthday parties may not rise to the level of gala events or a big
wedding weekend when it comes to planning, but they deserve some
attention too. Here are some quick tips to make your kids’ birthday party a smashing success. Start with a creative theme and eye-catching décor. Bring to life their favorite book or movie. Recreate an old-fashioned sweet shop or soda fountain. Make it a virtual day at the zoo or walk with the dinosaurs. Bright, bold, colors and balloons galore will give the party a festive feel right from the get-go. Remember to check out party stores and local rental shops early on in the planning stages to find out whether you can get what you need here, or you’ll have to shop online or contact a party décor company like The Enchanted Frog to pull off the theme and look you have in mind. Of course, you’ll want to send out cute custom invitations to match the theme and make plans to have a cake made or get what you need to DIY your own. If you don’t want to go all out for a custom cake, it’s easy to dress up a storebought cake with icing and candy. In addition to the essential ice cream and cake, it’s always a good idea to serve other snack food and offer a healthy choice like fruit. Even veggies can be fun when cut and served in creative ways. If your party lasts longer than a couple hours, plan on offering heartier options like chicken fingers or sliders to keep the kids (and adults who accompany them!) from getting hungry and cranky. Easy to eat finger foods that won’t make a mess are your best bet. If the kids are older, it’s hard to go wrong with a taco bar. LEFT: Barbara Ann Mazzotta of Letz Face It…This is Fun! Face Painting working her magic on Emilyn Kondo.
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