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My Top 10 Elf on the Shelf Ideas
So, I have to admit, until a few years ago, I literally had no idea who the Elf on the Shelf was or what he did! So I certainly didn’t know there was a need for Elf on the Shelf ideas. But then my sister called me and said, the kids have found out about the Elf on the Shelf at school, and now I’ve got to get one. So she got one but just moved him around a few times, and to be fair, the kids seemed pretty happy with that as they were only little. But they’re a little older now, so she really needs to up the…
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Santa Hat Napkins
Here are my top tips for perfecting this cute Santa Hat napkin fold! It's simple but so effective and a lovely activity to try with the kids. You'll be sure to impress your guests on Christmas Day.
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Creating a traditional kids party in the 21st century
Growing up in the ’80s has shaped my life. Yes, I still love to listen to cheesy 80s music, and sadly my fashion sense hasn’t changed much since then either, much to my husband’s dismay! But for all the things to cringe about from the 80s, there’s one thing parents knew how to do back then. And that was how to kids party! From parties at home with plastic sheeting on the carpet to protect it. To parties at the local community centre. And if you really hit the jackpot, a party at McDonald’s with Ronald making an appearance. Ahhh simpler times. They’re what I like to call the traditional…
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Lockdown Birthday Parties!
As lockdowns continue, more and more children’s birthday celebrations are taking place at home in a much simpler way. In fact they are very much like the parties I had as a child and I, for one, think that’s a good thing! Trends come and go but some things are just too good to ever go out of fashion; pass the parcel, musical statues, cheese and pineapple hedgehogs, and jelly and ice cream to name but a few! If you’re unsure where to start or just want to be sure you have all bases covered, check out my top lockdown birthday party tips! Party Theme and DecorationsA birthday tea at…
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How to create a Hey Duggee party!
Hey Duggee is incredibly popular with children and adults alike, so we’re not surprised how often we get asked if we sell Hey Duggee themed tableware. Unfortunately, no such licensed items seem to exist, and there’s not a huge choice of licensed, themed party decor either, so we’ve decided to put together our top tips to help you create your Hey Duggee themed party! Where to StartWe’ve mentioned the Hey Duggee website in our posts before, and it really is a great place to start. It’s packed with tips and inspiration to help you plan a Hey Duggee party at home. We’ve picked some of our favourite ideas from the…
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Creating an Instagram worthy party table without spending a fortune!
Here at Party Box by Design, we love a traditional home birthday party and believe that fun, above everything else, should be at the centre of every children’s party. What’s more fun than creating a fabulous themed birthday surprise for your child, with love, and without spending a fortune. Mrs. B, otherwise known as Becky (Mum of three), does just that at least three times a year. From a penguin theme for her daughter, Imogen, to a tractor party for son William, and Harry Potter for eldest daughter Lydia, Mrs. B has shown she can turn her hand to any theme, but it’s her recent Toy Story themed party for…
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Post-Lockdown Birthday Parties
OK, so we know lockdown isn’t over yet, but we like to plan for the future! If your child’s birthday falls from July onwards, you’re probably already wondering how you can celebrate! And of course, there will be many of you who’ve postponed parties and want to reschedule. With social distancing looking like it’s here to stay for a good while yet, it’s fair to assume that all social gatherings, including children’s parties, will be a little different to how they were before and will take even more thought and planning. Just one week before lockdown was announced, we held a party for my 7-year-old nephew. It was a close…
