Is your child a fan of airplanes and going up, up, and away?  If so, you may want to take a peak at Amy Atlas‘ amazing Ready for Takeoff party that she threw for her son.  Love the “J” hats and place mats, as well as the cool yellow color scheme that Amy used.  Absolutely lovely.

The airplane cupcakes are also precious.  Looking for some inspiration for a travel-related parties, this is it!

Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lightening Thief hits movie theaters this month and looks like quite the adventure and just in time for the Winter Olympics too.  What a great movie outing this movie will be for school-aged children.  The Percy Jackson series of books are full of adventure and largely based on Greek mythology.  Percy Jackson is the half mortal son of Poseidon. This movie and the book series are excellent inspiration for a Greek Gods party in addition to throwing in some Olympics fun as well.

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It seems that animals are always inspiring for kids’ parties – from elephants to puppies to kitty cats and more – they are often used to build a darling theme.  It seems recently that people are using owls as inspiration for a fun kids’ party.

The Party Dress showcased an amazing eye-popping Owl Party complete with unique invitations, party favors, and owl cupcakes.  Very cute and inspiring.

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How To Train Your Dragon is the upcoming release from DreamWorks this March.  It’s all about a Viking teenage, Hiccup, who must join his tribe’s heroic dragon slaying.  However, when Hiccup has his chance to slay his dragon, he instead befriends him and takes on the task of teaching his fellow Viking tribe that they shouldn’t be slaying the dragons any longer.  What a great movie to take the kids to over the spring break.  If you want to continue the fun before and/or after the film, how about creating your own Dragon Training School for the kids to enjoy and to celebrate the movie.

So, what does Dragon Training entail?  How about these ideas:

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Penguins are so popular these days. Many of you probably enjoyed watching March of the Penguins, and perhaps you took in Happy Feet. Whether animated or the real thing, penguins are darling and make a perfect theme for your upcoming winter birthday party. If the theme appeals, here are ideas to help with your planning:

The color scheme for this party is easy. Use mainly black and white for your balloons, streamers, and tableware. Add in a bit of bright orange for the beak and feet as well. You may want to cut out orange web prints of beaks and feet, and place them all over the party room. Near the party area or above the front door, you can hang a personalized penguin banner wishing the birthday kid a happy birthday.

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The Spy Next Door was recently released at the movies…perhaps you are thinking of enjoying a family outing to see the show.  That’s one great idea and it’s also the type of movie that can inspire a fabulous kids’ party theme too.

If your child is a bit of a spy…always on, checking the scene out… a great theme for the ages of 9 to 12 is a Spy Party! It’s not too cute and its not too silly…the kids will find the theme cool. I also like the idea not to overdo the decorations and the food…keep it simple for this age group.

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Wow…I stumbled upon a wonderfully bold and brilliant party on Kara’s Party Ideas (who gives total credit to one charming party!)  based on an all-time favorite story and doll, Raggedy Ann.  Aren’t these aqua and red colors absolutely amazing together to make Raggedy Ann pop?  The party table full of so many yummy sweet treats really creates a wonderfully fun, whimsical feel to such a classic character.  Love this!

This has inspired me to think up some party activities for this fabulous theme.  Stay tuned!