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Party Ideas helps make entertaining family and friends easy by providing hacks, DIY projects, and general inspiration for holiday parties, birthday parties, family reunions, baby showers, and more.

You'll find everything from delicious recipes to feed a crowd to cute themed decoration ideas. If you're on a tight budget, we regularly offer money-saving suggestions to help you celebrate without breaking the bank.

Our goal is to take the stress out of the party planning process so you're able to focus on having fun with your guests!

This Minnie Mouse Fruit Platter Is the Perfect Alternative to Sugary Birthday Party Sweets

April 11, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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Who says you have to serve nothing but cookies and cupcakes at a child’s party? With this adorable Minnie Mouse fruit platter, your child won’t even miss the sweets. Visit Catch My Party to see more Minnie Mouse themed decoration … Read More...

This Cute and Colorful Fishing Party Is Perfect for All Ages

April 10, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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For an outdoorsy child, this fishing themed party is the perfect choice. From the blue lake water punch to the cake pop bobbers, this party is filled with tiny details that make it an event your son or daughter will … Read More...

This Bright Boho 30th Birthday Party Is Simply Stunning

April 9, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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This bright boho party was intended to be a 30th birthday celebration, but it’s so beautiful that you’ll want to copy the idea no matter how many candles there will be on your next birthday cake. Learn more at Inspired … Read More...

These Emojj Party Printables Are Perfect for Preteen Parties

April 8, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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If you have a texting obsessed preteen at home, you’ll love these clever emoji party printables. Use them to create gift tags, straw toppers, party garlands, invitations, and more. When paired with basic colorful party supplies, they’re a quick and … Read More...

Making Sure Every Child Gets a Birthday Party

April 7, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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For most children, birthdays are a time of joyful celebration with friends and family. But, kids with parents who are struggling to make it through the day often have no choice but to forgo birthday parties entirely. The Birthday Party … Read More...

How to Host a Vintage Library Party

April 6, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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If you’re a book lover looking for a creative party theme, you’re going to love the vintage library party. This clever dinner party theme features beautifully bound books, globes, and vintage typewriters as decorations. The menu contains items inspired by … Read More...

Easy DIY Chip & Dip Bowl

April 4, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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There’s no need to spend your hard-earned cash on a fancy chip and dip bowl for your next party. This easy DIY project costs just $2, possibly less if you decide to use castoffs from your kitchen cabinet instead of … Read More...

Make a DIY Photo Booth Frame for $10

April 3, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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Photo booths are a fun addition to graduations, weddings, family reunions, and other special occasions. If you want to add a photo booth to your next event, Happiness is Homemade has a great tutorial explaining how to build a backdrop… Read More...

Simple Sticker Cake Toppers

April 2, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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If cake decorating isn’t your thing, this cake topper idea from The Chic Site is the perfect solution. Simply use a collection of matching stickers and a few wooden skewers to create a colorful decoration for your cake. I love … Read More...

Turn Drinking Straws into Clever Party Decor

April 1, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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You don’t need to spend a fortune to decorate for a party. The modern looking mobile featured above is actually made from disposable plastic drinking straws! Inspired by the decor used in Swedish homes, the mobiles can be used as … Read More...

Hosting an Essential Oils Make and Take Party

March 31, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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If you’re a rep for an MLM essential oils company, you’ll love this collection of party ideas from Story of Five. She created an amazing make and take class for beginners that was both educational and fun, resulting in … Read More...

These Graduation Treat Toppers Are a Must for Dr. Seuss Fans

March 30, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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Graduation season will be here before you know it. If you have a  little one graduating from elementary school, these cute Dr. Seuss inspired treat toppers are a frugal yet fun way to celebrate with family and friends. Let’s face … Read More...

A $10 Balloon Arch and More Creative Party Ideas Using Balloons

March 26, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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When you’re on a budget, you can’t go wrong with balloons. They’re the ultimate frugal party decor since they’re colorful and appealing to people of all ages. Visit Wonderful DIY for a roundup of 10 clever ways to incorporate balloons … Read More...

DIY Bunny Party Hats Are Perfect for Easter

March 25, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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Keep little ones busy during your Easter celebration with this simple DIY bunny hat party that can easily be made using basic craft supplies you probably already have on hand. As an added bonus, the hats make adorable photo props! … Read More...

22 Party Crafts for Teens and Tweens

March 24, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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Party crafts aren’t just for little ones! Older children often enjoy doing crafts with their friends just as much as their younger counterparts. If you’re looking for a group craft for your tween or teen’s next party, there are some … Read More...

DIY Game Night Champion Ribbon

March 23, 2016 by Dana Hinders

diy-game-night-champion-ribbon-2Hosting a family game night is a wonderful way to encourage everyone to spend quality time together. Add a competitive element to your next game night by providing a custom made ribbon for the grand champion. You can learn more … Read More...

Make Easter Egg Place Cards for Your Holiday Meal

March 22, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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If you haven’t already decorated your Easter eggs yet, here’s a unique idea. Why not create speckled eggs with calligraphy to use as place cards for your Easter dinner? If desired, you can add a few spray painted gold eggs … Read More...

These DIY Straw Toppers Are Cute and Colorful

March 19, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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It’s the little things that make a party special, like these adorable DIY flower straw toppers. They’re made with cupcake liners and washi tape and perfect for Easter or any other springtime celebration. Learn how to make them at The … Read More...

Learn How to Make a Super Cheap Graduation Photo Wall

March 18, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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Graduation season will be here before you know it. If you have a graduate in the family, Tidy Mom has an idea to help you decorate without spending a ton of cash. She uses large-scale copies on blueprint paper to … Read More...

Your Daughter Is Going to Love This Shopkins Themed Party

March 17, 2016 by Dana Hinders

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If you have a little girl who has been begging for a Shopkins themed birthday party, Kara’s Party Ideas has you covered. This inspirational party features an assortment of delicious looking Shopkins themed treats, as well as bright and cheerful … Read More...

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