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Planning Perfect Parties: The Girls’ Guide to Fun, Fresh, Unforgettable Events by Capstone Young Readers gives girls all the tools they need to have a fun and festive time with friends on any occasion.
Planning Perfect Parties walks readers through every step of the planning process, making it a breeze to host anything from a small sleepover to an event for the whole class. Parents will appreciate the practicality of the shopping lists, budget guides, and invitation etiquette tips as much as girls enjoy the party themes, quizzes and craft-it-yourself decorations. The interactive book is created for the digital age, with QR codes sprinkled throughout that provide access to free online content such as customizable invites, recipes and downloadable decor — as well as a Mizz Manners’ blog offering free advice on hostess do’s and don’ts, monthly contests, and new party themes.
Designed with an eye toward pre-teen tastes, the pages are filled with bright colors, fun graphics, and illustrative photos. Each of the funky themes offered — from a ‘Stache Bash to a fun twist on game night entitled You’ve Got Game — provides everything from invitation designs and party favors to recipes and games, making the step-by-step guide the perfect gift for girls of all ages.
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One reader will receive a Rock and Roll Party Pack that has all the party essentials for a Rock Star themed bash, which is featured in the book. The Rock and Roll Party Pack includes a copy of Planning Perfect Parties: The Girls’ Guide to Fun, Fresh, Unforgettable Events, rockin’ sunglasses (6), plastic martini glasses for “mocktails” (set of 6), a $10 iTunes gift card to create the ultimate playlist, a plastic guitar and metallic pen for a guest book and limited edition temporary tattoos! {$60}. See form for Entry Details. Open to U.S. residents. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 7.30.14.14
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Doing the happy dance now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you so much!!!!
My tip is check the Internet for party planning ideas.
one tip I would have would be learn what everyone likes that is coming to the party and try to have different options on hand
I love entertaining
I like the idea of freezing water balloons and then adding them to your beverage bin to keep drinks cold.
If we are having a themed party, I do a few think of that theme (say, angry birds) but then the rest I do in just matching colors so it isn’t as expensive! I’m a single mom of two so we don’t really have much money. got to budget when i can 🙂
My best tip is to stock up on different foods and drinks for peoples dietary needs.
We did a disney themed party and all the kids loved it. So nice to have everyone dress in fav character attire
My daughter went to a party at a gymnastics gym. She loves it.
I always figure out a theme first. Then I spend hours on Pinterest finding the best ideas for every aspect of the party. I can usually do it on the cheap!
Don’t try to do too much! Focus on one or two memorable parts – a fun game and a special cake, for example.
just planned and executed my sons graduation party. Had a candy buffet and had to do some serious comparison shopping for the candy.
My best tip is to have the kids all make something they can take home with them. It doesn’t have to be expensive. It keeps them busy and gives them a party favor instead of a bag full of candy and junk!
If at all possible make it an outside party. That gives children room to play and your house doesn’t get destroyed. Someone spills a drink no one has to clean the grass but if it’s inside someone has to clean the floor. Kids are going to be kids and accidents happen. By taking it outside you take the stress out of worrying about what if’s when it comes to accidents in the house. Involve the birthday girl or boy in the planning. It always makes it that much more special for them. After all it is their birthday.
My daughter went to a party last month with the movie Frozen as the motif. She has been driving me crazy wanting the same for her birthday party in September. 🙂
My party tip is to make notes about what your child loves and plan ahead!
She keeps talking about a Pokémon birthday.
My best tip is simple, just keep it fun! A party does not have to be expensive, but it does have to be fun.
My best party tip is that gift bags are great for any kind of party!!
Do as much ahead of time as you can! I love make-ahead recipes for drinks, desserts, appetizers, etc.
I make a list and plan out everything well ahead of time. I have different activies to keep the kiddos enertained
My party tip is to always plan in advance.
My daughter went to a Hawaiian party at a friends house and loved it. So for her upcoming birthday we have decided to have a luau.
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My tip is to pick a theme and stick with it! For my Mom’s 60th birthday, we kept it simple with a “black and white” theme. All the decorations and the cake were black and white and we asked everyone to dress in black and white. It was so much fun and everything looked so classy.
My best tip is to pick a theme and just run with it. I love creating a plan to incorporate everything around a central idea. And don’t send home crappy goodie bags!!
One of our most successful birthday parties was a summer Olympics party held in the backyard with Olympic style events. One hint is to keep the guest list fairly small!
My party planning tip is to be creative and have fun with your theme! Don’t get too bogged down in little details!
awesome giveaway….planning a party with the help and input of my gkids and one of them taking notes is essential. thanks!
My best party planning tip is make a budget and STICK to it! It is so easy to spend more than you anticipated (especially if it is a milestone birthday or event!)
My kids always talk about their birthday cakes that I make them every year!
I like to use twine and make things look pinteresty. 🙂
Here is my best party tip- MAKE/DO AHEAD! Anything that you can prep ahead of time is less you have to stress about on the day of the party. then maybe you can enjoy yourself too!
Big family,,25 of us,,gag gifts for everyone
A frozen sleepover, they has karaoke, snowball fight (cotton balls), ice cream cake, frozen crafts and more.
I like to plan some special treat for every party, like a christmas party based on Dicken’s A Christmas Carol.
I always make sure that I have a hand made parting gift for everyone to take home!
my daughter keeps going on about her birthday party from a few years ago when her birthday fell on easter.
For a big party that uses disposable cups I keep a Sharpie Marker at the drink station to reduce the likelihood of people getting a new drink because they don’t recall which was theirs.
my daughter wont stop talking about her dave and busters birthday her next birthday is 9 months away and she is already planning it there again
I think it’s important to have a plan for a kids party… involve your child in planning, so they feel like they have input, but make sure there is a plan!
my best tip is to always look online for party supplies. I have found it is usually cheaper and more unique
We had a birthday party at our local Chuck E Cheese. Always a big hit!
relax and have fun
I do all the preparations the day before if possible. I also use the crock pot for food. I have a 3 pot crock pot that I used at my daughters party. I had bbq turkey meatballs, small ears of corn on the cob and little smokies.
Our daughter loved her “you” themed party. All the gifts were labeled like Fit You, Scentual You, Rockin’ You, etc.
i like to know at least a month in advance so i can book a place
My granddaughter keeps talking about her birthday party. She wants Lalaloopsy and a blueberry cake.
Our son’s Star Wars party where we made lightsabers out of pool noodles was a huge hit with all the kids!
I’m pretty low-key about parties. I figure if there’s adequate seating, enough beverages, and tons of food, then everyone is good to go. 🙂
My best advice would be to serve food that you can make ahead of time. I always try to make all the food the day before so I only have to take it out or warm it up before the party. For me that takes a lot of stress away on the day of the actual party.
My friend threw a fairy party and everything was part of the theme. Even the snacks and foods! The girls all dressed up with wings and outfits and got their faces painted. It was the cutest party ever!
It is best to have people RSVP that way you can make sure you buy enough supplies.
This past year we had a TMNT themed birthday party and it was a blast. The kids had fun and the adults enjoyed it too. I LOVE party planning 🙂
My best tip is to prepare as much as possible ahead of time. It makes everything go a lot more smoothly.
My best tip is keep the kids busy! It’s less stress for you on party day.
Our child loved her birthday party where most of her friends were invited including kids from school. Everyone had a great time and were very happy.
my tip would be to keep it simple so it doesn’t get overwhelming!
I don’t know why, but my kid loves his party at Chuck E. Cheese
My party planning tip is to plan in advance. Parties are supposed to be fun, if you’re throwing it together last minute… It’s just all kinds of stress!
I do things as far ahead as possible, especially the food prep.
My best party planning tip is to take detailed notes on EVERYTHING. You can never be too prepared.
Start early in the planning and keep notes!!!!
Always have structure.
My best tip is to do as much of the work (including food prep) before the party, so you can enjoy the party too.
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my 40 th party ,my friends rented a boat and had it all decorated and i was so suprised ,we were only suppossse to be looking and touring boats ,so yeah that awesome
My daughter went to a Spa Party in 2nd grade. She loved it.
My Tip is to have some creative craft for the kids to take home that can be the main goodie bag gift.
My daughter went to a birthday party at the New Orleans Zoo two years ago and she is still talking about it because the children were able to pet and gotten a close look at some of the the animals that day.
Do as much as you can before the day, to prepare for it.
Best party planning tip- write out your plan (what you’ll be having to eat drink, doing, ect.) that way you know what you need to buy or get together and nothing is left out.
My kids went on and on about a Lego birthday party we had for the 2 of them. Nonstop lol
The best party we ever had was one that we got the Game Truck. My son still talks about the fun he had that day!
My granddaughter is having a Frozen 6th birthday party. She is so excited.
My daughter had a bowling party for her 4th birthday. She had a blast!
My best party tip is to make a list and stick to it. Ask for help, potluck party is always great.
My best tip is to have a party with something creative happening, my kids love to paint and color so we have hosted pottery decorating parties.
My surprise 30th birthday party. My friend blindfolded me and I was completely surprised.
I always make sure that I have a hand made parting gift for everyone to take home!
Get them involved if they are old enough so they can enjoy the excitement.
My best tip is to plan ahead. Leave lots of time for things you may have overlooked. Last minute planning is too stressful.
I think one things that makes a party theme memorable for you and your child is if you make something together, instead of just buying all decorations, favors, etc. at a party store.
My kids most memorable birthday party was a western themed one in which we have cowboy hats and bandanas to all the guests, hay bales in the yard to sit on and great barbeque foods.
My son is having a Thomas the train party. It’s all he;s talked about for months
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My best party planning tip is in the party theme. When I throw a party for one of my kids I know that the first thing that will make the party will be in the decorations and the second thing that will make it a hit will be the party favors. I always make the party favors match the theme of course but I come up with a favor that is extra special not just something that you buy at the party store.
One of my suggestions is to give a decent camera to somebody that can capture those special moments when no body is paying attention. These photos can easily be put into an album or scrapbook ad a moment of their special day! Some of these random shots taken when no one is really paying attention are the best!
My kids and their friends go on and on about the Ghostbusters party we had. My husband and his friend dressed up like Ghosts and the kids were armed with silly string and blasted them.