Life with kids is hectic, and parents have precious few hours of ‘me time’ every night. While DIY parties are a great way to save money, most parents want to spend their nights relaxing rather than slaving over decorations. Here are some party projects that achieve the DIY trifecta: they are quick, easy and inexpensive:
There are many creative ways to invite the crew on a sailing adventure. Hand-delivered invitations could be sent as a message in a bottle complete with a little bit of sand and a couple of small seashells. For a pool party, the invitation could include wording like, “Ahoy! Set sail on the [Child’s Name] sea for some sailing adventures!”.
Take a walk down memory lane by playing these great old-fashioned party games at your next bash. As you watch your party guests hop, stomp, run and race, you’ll see why these games have stood the test of time.
The high school graduation season can unleash a host of conflicting feelings, excitement, apprehension, pride and relief. Beginning in January, the reality of years in a public or private school system coming to an end begins to sink in for both parents and teens. With each “senior” activity or, “This is the last time I’ll ever do this,” the prospect of a future with open horizons, a home with one less teen in it or having to adjust to an empty nest looms closer. Many graduation activities fall within the school’s domain. But there’s one very special event that’s completely the family’s: the graduation party.
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