Birthday Party Themes

... together with silver fasteners. Write party details on the body and add googly eyes and silver chenille...-in-the-dark necklace as they enter the party galaxy. Use fishing line to hang metallic cardboard stars (partycity... foil, tape, and stickers. Food: What would this party be without cool robot cupcakes? For lunch, serve...

... with their breath. A birdhouse sheet cake makes a sweet treat for your bird-theme birthday party. Perch a...-style with a rousing equestrian-theme birthday party. Attach the invite to a wooden horseshoe with twine (our...Got a bird-lover at home? Go out on a limb with these adorable feathered party ideas. Call out...

Step right up to the greatest birthday bash of the summer, with sweet treats and prizes for everyone.

.... Raising a budding goalie or centerfielder? They'll get a real kick out of this soccer-theme birthday party... spy -- give them a memory that will last forever with fun theme birthday party. Get kids into mystery.... Turn party hats into wearable orange practice cones. What you'll need: Orange cone-shaped party hat...

Set the scene for a sweet shindig with colorful confections and décor that won't cheap out on the fun!

... or nursery school may be on the guest list. Strong opinions as to the theme and party menu are likely... you choose a theme, talk it up to your birthday guest of honor, so he or she can share the enthusiasm... week before party day: Shop for menu items. For a creative spirit, this is a great party theme that can...

It doesn't take much to turn your home into a party space. Pick a few of these simple ideas to add a festive flair.

Get inspired by nature! Bring the outdoors in to create a magical fête for fairies and their forest friends.

...Your growing child will have some definite opinions as to party themes. Keep in mind that this may... the cakes cool before icing. Suggestion: Stay with the kitchen theme and play Hot Potato. Party favor: Chef... or the Olympics, you may find party goods stores are prepped to help you out with themed decorations and paper...

...Now just entering school years, your child will almost certainly want a birthday party to include... friends, if not the whole class. Look for party themes that are good for big groups, and make an effort.... One week before party day: Shop for menu items. Sources: The Best Birthday Parties Ever! A Kid's Do...

Party designer Kim M. Byers, of Sunbury, Ohio, threw a prehistoric bash for her 4-year old son, Cole.

If you're still searching for the perfect birthday theme, quick and easy decorations or great games to play, you've come to the right place. We've got 50 ways to make your child's big day magical and fun for everyone.

A party and cake are great. But there are many other ways to infuse a little magic into your child's birthday. Try celebrating with a few of these timeless, low-cost traditions

... the party details on invites in the shape of a summer sandal to get kids excited about the luau birthday... with a luau-theme birthday cake. Use gummy candy, cookies, and cereal to make an edible island. Say.../2". Enter the party details and print onto colored cardstock. Place the enlarged template over the printed...

Check out some fabulous, creative ideas on saving time, money, and your sanity while planning your kid's next birthday party.

Origami, bamboo, and paper fans add affordable Far East flair to this classic and dainty party theme.

... or she wants to do on party day. Perhaps the birthday boy or girl will still want to get silly... of accomplishments from best dribbler to fastest time on the obstacle course. Party favor: Soccer-theme school... as your assistant on party day. One week before party day: Shop for menu items. Sources: The Best Birthday...

A little something special.

Colorful homemade cards will get your little guests in the party mood.

These gorgeous birthday cakes are a snap to make using your favorite cake mix and simple white icing.

Different party ideas.

It won't matter to your baby whether you throw a catered party for the neighborhood or just have the grandparents over for pizza. How much you do is up to you -- do only what feels fun and festive, and cut back if you get stressed out. Here are some tips to get you through this event.

Forget shelling out for a designer cake. You can create an impressive cake at home with our step-by-step instructions for a pirate ship, a basketball, a dollhouse, and more.

This party celebrates a child's love of insects -- without a sting to the wallet.

...Satisfy your little one's feline fancy with a birthday party featuring her favorite pet. We've got.... As a fun birthday party activity, create an obstacle course with cardboard-box tunnels, homemade... a cake, decorations, party favors and more. A bit of elastic, simple tags, and jingling bells make...