With the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie coming out, there is a resurgence in the desire for these black-belted reptiles to be the center of birthday parties. If you don’t want to spend a lot on decorations, and are … Read More...
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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!
Make Your Own Kitty Pinata
No kids’ party is complete without candy and a pinata! Terra over at Mama Says Sew has some easy step-by-step instructions for how to make your own out of supplies you can find around your house or easily picked up … Read More...
7 Halloween Games For Younger Children
I like Halloween. However, I’m not really into the spooky-gory part of Halloween. Yes, I like the cheesy and cute little parts that make the little kids love the holiday. Don’t judge. I’ve never been much of a thrill seeker.… Read More...
DIY Lantern Jellyfish
Are you hosting an end-of-summer pool party? How about a beach-themed or luau-style party? Does your daughter or granddaughter love the idea of a mermaid-themed party? Ashley at 3 Little Greenwoods has step-by-step instructions for how to make adorable jellyfish … Read More...
101 Amazing Pumpkin Recipes for Your Fall Parties
If you’re planning any fall parties, you’ll definitely want to bookmark this collection of 101 pumpkin recipes from The Dating Divas. The collection includes drinks, dips, bars, cookies, and cakes made with pumpkin. It’s the taste of fall in one … Read More...
Pamper Friends with a DIY Spa Party
If you’re looking for a fun girls’ time, try a home-spa! Play. Party. Pin. has ideas for a DIY spa day. Make your own sugar scrub, lip balm, bath salts, and warm/cool pack for starters. A buffet of pampering treats, … Read More...
Faux Chalkboard Labels Are a Stylish Way to Keep Drinks Separate
Whether you’re hosting a family get-together, kids’ party, or BBQ bash, there are beverages involved. How do you keep people’s drink glasses separate? Diane’s Vintage Zest page has a wonderful idea to solve this problem! Her mini mason jars with … Read More...
Budget-Friendly Bed and Bath Bridal Shower Ideas
Amber from Parties, Crafts, and Holidays a bed & bath-themed bridal shower that’s doable even if you’re on a super-tight budget. Unique DIY decorations (as well as items you already own repurposed as decorations) and food ideas abound in this … Read More...
Free Printables for Your Wes Anderson Movie Night!
Pass the popcorn! A movie night in with some friends can be a great excuse to have some crafty fun. If you’re having a marathon of Wes Anderson movies (think Grand Budapest Hotel, The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou… Read More...
Easy DIY Cardboard Cake Stands
When you want to put your cake on display, but find yourself short a traditional cake plate, there’s a handy DIY for that! The ladies at A Joyful Riot have a template and simple step-by-step instructions on how to make … Read More...
Make a Halloween Witch Hat
Have you started thinking about Halloween yet? Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, so I’m always on the lookout for cute ideas to celebrate with.
Costumes and decorations are always more interesting when you can customize them to your … Read More...
Celebrate the End of Summer with a Watermelon Party
Sometimes the best things to celebrate are the things you love. One of the most enjoyed parts of summer is watermelon.
Say It With Cake has created this Watermelon Party theme to celebrate one of the simple joys for all … Read More...
A Taco Bar Is the Perfect Stress-Free Party Food Solution
Do your kids (or adults, for that matter) tend to use a party as an excuse to take food into areas of the house you generally keep off-limits for fear of messes? Joyful Daisy has a solution to end party-food … Read More...
Celebrate with Your Own Donut Bar
Who doesn’t love to take a unique twist on the traditional? For instance, instead of a decorated cake at a birthday party, reception, or even just at your next family gathering in place of the “dessert table,” try this Donut … Read More...
8 Hot Baby Shower Theme Ideas
From classic nursery rhymes to pride in your heritage; adorable animals to chic vintage prints, one thing is for sure: the 8 Hottest Baby Shower Themes of 2014 are unique and easy to pull off on any budget! Whether you … Read More...
Yummy Chocolate Robots Are a Can’t Miss Party Favor Idea
Does the theme of your child’s party center around electronic toys and robots? Maybe you have a futuristic theme you’re looking for a unique treat for. Handmade Charlotte has step-by-step instructions (with pictures) for making robots out of your favorite … Read More...
Decorated Deli Containers Add a Festive Touch to Your Party Food
Nikki at Tikkido.com has a fun, festive take on plain, boring deli containers. With some scrapbook paper, cutouts, printables – or even stickers – you, too can bring snack-holders to life! These decorated clear containers aren’t just for food, though. … Read More...
Shaped Crayons Make Excellent Party Favors
Kristi, the owner of Red Elm Designs, got a wonderful fun idea from her son that she’s offering in her Etsy store. These shaped crayons (made from recycled bits) make great party favors! She has 711 designs in 10 categories … Read More...
Awesome Favors for Your Lego Movie Party
The Lego Movie has been HUGE with kids this year, so a birthday party with a Lego theme is a great idea for boys, girls or mixed groups. Kojo Designs has come up with an entire Lego party in a … Read More...
Make Your Own Egyptian Mummy
With Halloween just around the corner, the mummy project featured on Dr. Sonia’s blog about her daughter’s Egyptian themed birthday party would be the star of the show! There are links to tutorials for her other Egyptian-themed decorations as well! … Read More...