New Series: Birthday Party Planning 101 (on a Budget)

My good friend Mandy and I recently spoke at a local MOPS meeting with ideas for planning kids' birthday parties on a budget, and I thought it actually might make a really fun blog series! With the popularity of blogs and Pinterest, it's easy to find inspiration online. Combining those creative ideas with a budget can be tricky. In this tough economy, many of us find ourselves wanting to host special events, but lacking the resources to recreate some of the detailed themes we see online. I want to show you how to host a memorable birthday party without breaking the bank!

I also want to chat some about the pressure many parents can feel to "perform" when those birthdays roll around, and we'll start with that topic next week. This series will be full of creative ideas and tips...I hope you will use it as a resource for your own get-togethers! We'll be discussing venues, invitations, decorations, activities, favors, and more.

I'm not, nor do I claim to be a party-planning expert. I'm just a mom who enjoys putting together fun parties for her kids. I know what it feels like to see those beautifully styled events online and worry that you just don't measure up. We don't have a lot of extra money to spend on gatherings, so I plan ahead and get creative when it comes to decorations, food, and favors. I hope you'll join me for this series!

*This post would be a great one to Pin or bookmark for future use, as it will include a link to each of the series posts as they go live.

What do you struggle with when it comes to planning and hosting birthday parties?

Post 1: Who are We Impressing? 
Post 2: Choosing a Party Theme
Post 3: Where to Host?


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