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How to Have an Inexpensive Birthday Party for a Girl

If your daughter has been making the birthday party rounds, you know that many parents plan parties outside the home at places, such as museums and amusement centers. Some even go so far as to rent a limo to take the girls out for a spa day. Needless to say, those types of birthday parties can cost hundreds of dollars, depending on the number of guests that you’re hosting. If you want to have an inexpensive birthday party for a girl, plan for an at-home birthday party.

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How to Decorate With Flowers for a Birthday Party

Integrating flowers, real or fake, into birthday party decorations gives the event a splash of color. A simple vase of the guest of honor’s favorite flowers may serve as a table centerpiece, but consider using flowers in a variety of ways to liven up the birthday party decor. You can select a palette or theme and use flowers that incorporate the theme, or just take a walk through your garden to find blossoms, plants, vines, sprouts, twigs and other natural items that brighten the space.

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Summer Birthday Party Ideas

Summer birthdays open up a world of possibilities for birthday parties–the outdoor world. Whether the birthday party is for you, your child, your sweetie or a good friend, take full advantage of the warm season when you choose your locale, menu, activities and theme for the celebration.

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How to Plan a Kids’ Birthday Party

As your kid turns another year older, he wants to celebrate by having a kids’ birthday party with all his friends. You want to do this–really, you do–but the thought of having all those kids over to your house at the same time can make any mom feel just a bit nervous. The secret to a great birthday party is proper planning. When you take the time to do this, you won’t have to turn your back on the kids to prepare more food or worry about them trashing your house because they are bored.

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Party Planning Checklist for a Kid’s Birthday Party

Prepare for your kid’s birthday party in advance by developing a party planning checklist to keep you organized along the way. Whether you are planning a small intimate gathering with close family or inviting all the kids in your child’s class, a written checklist can help you avoid forgetting essential details.