Party Ideas

I love any excuse to have a party or get together, but entertaining others doesn't have to bust your budget.  Here are some ideas that you can "make" things from scratch to help keep down the costs of your get togethers yet "wow" your guests.

Ideas for Birthday Party Themes:

• Lighting McQueen Party at the Park
• Princess Birthday Party
• Butterfly Birthday Party

Ideas for Easy to Make Kid's Party Food:

• Lightning McQueen Birthday Cake
• Princess Doll Birthday Cake
• Butterfly Birthday Cake
• Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes Birthday Cake
• Puppy Dog Cupcakes - NEW!!!!
• Chocolate Covered Marshmallows Centerpiece
• Birthday Rice Krispy Cupcake Treats
• Magic Wand Pretzels
• Shaped Mini Pizzas
• Star Cookie Wands
• Butterfly Pretzels

Make Your Own Party Favors, Games and Decorations:

• Lightning McQueen pinata
• Castle Pull String Pinata
• Pass the Frog game
• Put a Kiss on the Frog game
• Satin Princess Handbag Goodie Bag
• Ice Cream Soda Party Favors
• Butterfly Antennae
• Butterfly Wings
• Butterfly Box Party Favor

Holiday Gatherings:

• Christmas Cookie Exchange Party - 2009
• Christmas Cookie Exchange (as a Brunch) - 2010
• How to Feed 15 People Thanksgiving Dinner for Under $65
• Menu Ideas for Chinese New Year

Just for Fun Get-Togethers:

• Appetizer's Only - Girls Night
• Pasta Bar Luncheon