Recently someone who is turning 13 commented that for the upcoming special party she was going to create a Sweet Candy Buffet as a party centerpiece for the occasion.  I love this idea and think it can be used for any type of party from birthday celebrations for all ages to graduations to Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and beyond.  If this idea appeals to you, I would visit Amy Atlas Events for her eye candy to see some great visuals for candy and dessert buffets that are sure to please your guests of all ages.

The colorful Birthday in a Box Bright Dots partyware would be perfect for serving up your candy buffet.

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is a classic Disney tale that kids are sure to love.  This fall Disney is bringing the classic movie out of its vault and it will be available on DVD for your children to watch again and again.  It is a timeless tale.   If your children are between the ages of 3 and 7,  this movie is also a great birthday party theme! Although Snow White runs along the idea of a “Princess” theme, the dwarfs in the story make it very boy-friendly as well. This is a great theme for both boys and girls to have fun with!

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If your child is a fan of Ian Falconer’s Olivia, she can now watch this darling character on Nick Junior. Olivia is a curious 6-and-three-quarter-year-old piglet who believes big things are unfolding each and every day. With a precocious mind and a definite sense of purpose, Olivia is ready to take on her world in a big way. These books are absolutely charming, and perhaps already a favorite in your own home.

Olivia would make a wonderful and unique party theme. If this interests you, check out these ideas:

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I’ve been looking around these days for gross stuff for Halloween parties that kids and adults will get a spook out of. Here are some of the ideas I have come up with:

Buy some fake blood to drip, drip, drip around the front porch.  Or a life-size human heart nestled in a pool of blood?

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Did you know that this year is Hello Kitty’s 35th birthday?  I was a mere 3-years-old when she was born!  Always popular, Hello Kitty makes a great party theme for a cat lover or a child who adores the character.

Let’s explore Hello Kitty!

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The Halloween spirit can hit you at any time, but a clever costume may be hard to find. Never fear, Jeanne Benedict of Celebrations.com has some quick and easy costumes that you can put together with items from home to help you look your best on Halloween.

Last-minute costumes seem to be most successful when they are conceptual such as “E-Male,” where a guy wears a big “E” on his shirt, or “Static Cling,” an oldie but goodie costume made by pinning a sock to a shirt.

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It’s that time of year to think about Halloween costumes, especially if you plan to make your own creations this holiday season.  Looking for some no sew ideas that will take hardly any time and are budget-friendly too?  Here are a few Halloween costume ideas that will take little more than a few costume props, pins, cardboard, etc. that look very creative for Halloween this year:

Bunch of Grapes
Wear purple and green sweats or tights, etc.  Blow up purple and green balloons and attach all over your body with safety pins.  Wear matching makeup on hands and face to blend in.

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