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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!
If you’re planning any sort of outdoor party in the near future, there are some great tips in this roundup from One Crazy House. I love the suggestion of creating zones with party essentials like sunscreen/bug spray, drinks, hand washing … Read More...
Obviously, you’re probably not too wild about your tween playing the traditional version of spin the bottle. But, this nail polish themed spin the bottle game is the perfect alternative. One Creative Mommy shows you how to make a game … Read More...
I have basically no experience with drinking games, but the games featured in this BuzzFeed post sound like they have the potential to be quite entertaining. (I’m particularly intrigued by the idea of #7.) If you’re looking for a way … Read More...
Watermelon is one of my favorite summer foods, so it’s not surprising that I think this “You’re One in a Melon” watermelon-themed party is absolutely adorable. My favorite parts are the modern pink and red watermelon cutouts used to make … Read More...
Who doesn’t love the Minions? With their movie scheduled to hit theaters this Friday, I imagine many of you will have children planing Minion-themed birthday parties in the near future. This Minion munch recipe from Sunshine and Hurricanes would be … Read More...
If you have a little girl who has been begging for a slumber or sleepover party, either during the Summer break from school or for an upcoming birthday party, rest assured we have some ideas to help you out. While … Read More...
Since my family isn’t really into traditional sporting activities, I love the idea of games we can play outside. Purchased outdoor games can be kind of pricey, but this homemade matching game looks easy, affordable, and fun for all ages. … Read More...
One of the main reasons I don’t have guests over as much as I’d like is that my limited budget makes it hard to feed a crowd. However, there are some excellent tips on the Coupons.com website about how to … Read More...
If you’re planning some adult-oriented fun for your Fourth of July celebration, Jello Shot Test Kitchen has prepared a roundup of unique Jello shot recipes. They all look so pretty, it’s hard to decide which one I’d want to try … Read More...
In many families, hot dogs are a traditional Fourth of July meal. There’s nothing wrong with that, but sometimes they’re not particularly exciting to serve. Make this classic favorite fun again by transforming them into firecracker dogs! This easy recipe … Read More...
If your Fourth of July plans include a campfire, I think this idea for s’mores in a bag is absolutely fabulous. It’s essentially the same concept as a walking taco, only you’re using Teddy Grahams in a single serve bags, … Read More...
If you’re looking for a quick and easy party favor idea that your guests are sure to love, these free printable Pop Rocks gift tags are perfect. Simply attach the tags to strawberry or tropical punch Pop Rocks for a … Read More...
When you’re planning a pool party, you want to serve food that’s light and refreshing. For your convenience, Diary of a Recipe Collector has prepared a roundup of 30 yummy treats that are perfect for any pool party. There’s yogurt … Read More...
If you’re planning a picnic, BBQ, or other Fourth of July event, The Budget Decorator has compiled a list of quick and easy decorating tips that will give your event some much needed patriotic flair. From colored construction paper chains … Read More...
Thanks to Pinterest, crafty moms now have more options than ever before when it comes to planning birthday parties for their sons and daughters. But, picture perfect parties aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. In many cases, all you’re … Read More...
There’s nothing I enjoy more than a great cookie decorating idea. If you’re looking for a patriotic and eye catching dessert for your 4th of July celebration, these cookies are sure to be a hit. They’re basically mini fruit pizzas … Read More...
If you have a friend or family member with a milestone birthday coming up, you’ll definitely want to bookmark the link roundup at Oh My! Creative. This site has compiled a fab list for celebrating the 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th, … Read More...
Father’s Day is a great time to get everyone together for a family photo. Add a whimsical touch to your pictures with these adorable DIY typography glasses. Visit Mr. Printables for the free download.
BBQ grills and cupcakes aren’t two things you’d normally associate with each other, but I think these candy topped cupcakes from Two Busy Blondes are simply adorable. She uses gummy bears and other candies to create sweet little replicas of … Read More...
Photographer Central is the most comprehensive directory for finding and hiring professional photographers. It’s simple to use and you can find a photographer for any event in your life including kids or adult parties! Their site is designed to make … Read More...
