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Thursday, May 16, 2013

Marvelous Movie Star Birthday Party Invitations

Does everyone know your child has the "it factor"? Have they always dreamed of being on the big screen or on Broadway? Or are they just a big fan of those who marvel us with their movie magic? If so, consider throwing them a "Hollywood" or movie themed birthday party.

I fall into the category of loving films but being one of the worst actors to ever grace this planet. Which means I often find myself having weekend movie nights instead of painting the town red. Nothing beats getting together with some friends and watching a bunch of films, especially if the films tie in together or you pair it with dinner. Like mob night films and pasta, or kung-fu films and chinese food. That's why movie themed birthday parties are a blast. You literally have thousands of ideas already created that you can choose from. Shrek Birthdays with green ogre snacks - like green dyed popcorn and lime soda. Or Superhero movies with "hero" sandwiches and dressing up like your favorite superhero. The list goes on and on. Or if your child is an actor, you can have them perform a monologue or have the kids put on a talent show. Even though I'm an awful actor, as kids we used to love to do some sort of skit, especially at summer camp so don't worry about the skill level of the kids because the goal is simple - to have fun! And as you probably noticed, theme parties make it so much easier to plan for a party because you can base all your decisions around a central theme instead of trying to throw together a mish-mash of ideas.

Sending out invitations ahead of time is a fantastic way of getting the party started well ahead of the actual date. It makes the guest feel special, passes along important information (such as date, time, location), and also builds anticipation for the big day. After receiving a thoughtful invitation, your guests will be excited for the party to begin. Below are some customizable, marvelous movie star/movie night birthday invitations which are sure to start the party off on the right foot.

5x7 Movie Party Invite by ohbabypaperie
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Movie Night Film Strip Popcorn Birthday Invitation by LittlebeaneBoutique
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The Birthday Movie Invitation (Boy) by livandsophie
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Movie Clap Board Custom Party Invitations by CustomInvites
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Hollywood Star Invite by TreasureTheMoments
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Movie Star Pink Sunglasses & Stars Girl's Birthday Custom Invite by JillsPaperie
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Movie Star Birthday Card by SERENITYnFAITH
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Theatre Marquee Party Invites by starstreamdesign
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Movie Birthday Party Invitation by celebrateitinvites
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Hollywood Party Invitation - Birthday or Any Time by bnuteproductions
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Clowning Around with these Cute Birthday Party Invitations

Forget war, forget politics, forget religion, the real division among people is - clowns. Either you love these painted face, small car driving, big shoe wearing, modern jesters or you hate them. I fall on the love side of the fence. But ever wonder why some people hate clowns? Here's where the problem all started. Stephen King took this:

And turned it into this:

But today I'm going to focus on the cute and fun clowns, and let's set aside the evil nightmare clowns for a Halloween post. Most kids love clowns. They juggle, bumble around, tell jokes, make fun balloon animals, and they're dressed up in a wacky way that only children can truly appreciate. That's why a clown themed birthday party is an excellent way to celebrate your child's special day.

There are so many fun things you can do with a clown themed party. Here are just a few great ideas: hire a clown entertainer (or coerce a friend), buy or bake a clown birthday cake, face painting with the kids, dress up like clowns and have a best costume contest, carnival games with prizes, hire a petting zoo, make carnival treats like popcorn or cotton candy, and decorate the party like a circus.

Themed parties are a snap to plan for. With a theme you are able to simplify things and base your decisions around a central idea instead of trying to think of a thousand ways to please your guests and how to tie all your ideas together. Having a theme really takes the headache out of party planning.

The best way to get any party started off in the right direction is with invitations. Sending out invites will make your guests feel special, pass along information (such as time, date, location), as well as, build anticipation and excitement for the big day. Having guests who are already excited about a birthday party before they even arrive is a sure way to add to your party's success. Below are some cute, customizable, Clown birthday party invitations that are sure to impress your guests.