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Elaena's Fairy-Tale Princess and the Pea Pajama Party

Lisa Horten — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:32:26 PDT

While scoping out this incredibly imaginative and whimsical little girl's birthday party based upon the story The Princess and the Pea, "budget" is the last word that comes to mind. But crafty mom Beca, who blogs and sells her printable papers at My Paper Lily, says that she did it all on her own - right down to sewing pillows and sleep masks for the little guests.

Click through and enjoy the whimsy and fun of Elaena's supersweet second birthday celebration!

Source: My Paper Lily

50 of the Best Kids' Birthday Party Themes

Rebecca M Gruber — Fri, 25 May 2012 06:02:05 PDT

It's your lil one's special day, so there's no stopping Mom when it comes to planning the perfect birthday bash. Kids wait all year to celebrate their big days, and with one of these amazing party themes, they're sure to have the best day ever. From an Angry Birds-themed party and a Very Hungry Caterpillar birthday to a firehouse soiree, we've rounded up the best themes for the guest of honor!

A Festive Circus-Themed Third Birthday Party

Kate Stahl — Tue, 22 May 2012 06:47:02 PDT

Come one, come all to this amazing circus-themed party, which Debbie of Wants and Wishes Design created for a lucky lad named Andie's third birthday. Filled with colorful, festive paper products - available as part of a Wants and Wishes' printable package - and lots of fun animal details, this is one party that's totally tops . . . big tops, that is!

Source: Wants and Wishes Design

A First-Class Post Office Party!

Kate Stahl — Mon, 21 May 2012 03:15:05 PDT

When Jenny Dixon of Crossing the Bugger-Dixon Line was looking for a theme for her son Noah's fourth birthday party, inspiration came from the most practical of places: her mailbox. "It hit me one day that a mail party would make such a fun theme!" Jenny says. "What child doesn't love delivering and receiving mail? I contacted my favorite duo at Piggy Bank Parties to create a brand spanking new mail party collection. They delivered the most fun, all-inclusive party collection I have ever worked with!" Keep clicking to see all the creative details, from awesome party favor boxes to a real-life mail truck!

Source: Allison Kaharick for Crossing the Bugger-Dixon Line

A Wet and Wild Wipeout Party

Kate Stahl — Tue, 15 May 2012 06:46:04 PDT

If you're planning a Summertime birthday bash, consider following the lead of Beth Saxton of Beth and Co. When her daughter Carter said she wanted a sixth birthday party inspired by ABC's Wipeout, Beth went all out, throwing an awesome, water obstacle-filled party that would make any 6-year-old (and her parents) smile. "Carter was dead set on this being the theme for her party," Beth says. "It threw me for a loop at first, but as I brainstormed, I decided the easiest thing to work off of would be their signature big red balls. I went with one of my favorite color combos, red and aqua, and the rest took off from there. Everyone was laughing and having a ball (no pun intended) all afternoon!" Keep clicking for all the wet and wild details!

Source: Brenda Marafioto for Beth and Co.

An Eloise-Inspired Hotel Birthday Bonanza

Lisa Horten — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:53:07 PDT

When True requested a hotel stay for her sixth birthday, mom Rubyellen was more than happy to oblige. "This idea of hers was inspired by her favorite book character, Eloise, who is six and lives at the Plaza Hotel," the crafty mama said. The mastermind behind Cakies, a gorgeous blog focused on DIY projects, family happenings, and incredible photographs, Rubyellen was sure to make the family outing extraspecial.

"We also asked her if she wanted a party and she said, 'Yes, just the six of us.' Other requests she had were swimming, watching My Little Pony in the room, and a vegetable cake. You shake up all the little requests she had in a box and this is what we came up with," Rubyellen said. Click through and enjoy the offbeat, bright birthday bash!

7 Ways to Make Your Lil One's Birthday Extraspecial

Lisa Horten — Wed, 09 May 2012 09:21:36 PDT

When a child's birthday falls in the middle of the school/work week, it's always a bit of a challenge to ensure that they get the extraspecial treatment they deserve. Even if a celebration with friends and family is just around the corner, we think that it's important that our kids' actual birthdays are appropriately acknowledged. Here are seven great birthday surprises to ensure that their big day stands out from the rest.

Archie's Old-Fashioned Aussie Birthday Bash

Kate Stahl — Tue, 08 May 2012 11:46:52 PDT

For today's insanely cute second birthday bash, we travel far across the ocean to Australia, where event planner Dawn of Ruby May Designs was inspired by vintage fabrics and illustrations from Sarah Jane Studios to create a simply charming party. A licorice allsorts-embellished cake, fabric pennants, and charming pom-pom details, all created by Dawn, make this party one of a kind. Add in old-fashioned party games like knock the cans and one supersweet bow-tie-wearing birthday boy, and you're in for a party treat. Keep reading for all the Aussie adorableness.

Source: Graeme Sharkey

It's a Puppy Party! Sarai's Four-Leg-Friendly First Birthday

Kate Stahl — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:56:35 PDT

Bow wow indeed! You don't have to have a pet dog at home to love them - but it certainly helps for the pictures! This first birthday party, thrown at Modern Cookie in Marin, CA, by A Little Savvy Event wowed us with its sweet paper goods, cute puppy-inspired cakes, and awesome gift bags that were stocked with faux fur hats! Puppy power!

Source: Allyson Wiley for A Little Savvy Event

The Fairest of Them All! A Royal Snow White Birthday Affair

Kate Stahl — Tue, 01 May 2012 06:47:33 PDT

Princess parties will seem so passé after you see the fit-for-royalty Snow White affair thrown by South Carolina-based event designers Anders Ruff. "Poisonous" candy apples, fairy-tale bluebird cookies, candy-gem-embellished cupcakes, a white ruffle cake, and make-your-own bejeweled mirrors are just a few of the elements that make this party fairy-tale perfection. Keep reading to see the lucky birthday girl Grayce and her guests - wearing custom Snow White, Cinderella, and Belle dresses by Made by Morgan - and all the fantastical details. Then head to Anders Ruff's Etsy shop to get the printables to throw your own Snow White party!

Source: Becca Bond for Anders Ruff