Once Upon a Time: Parties for 5 -7 Year old Girls
Hosting a party for a houseful of girls can be daunting for even the most capable mom. Here are some party tips and tricks to help you plan your daughter’s perfectly enchanting princess party:
The Royal Guest List
While every article you read will tell you not to invite more kids than the age of your child, they are wrong. The more important rule of thumb? How many girls are in your daughter’s class. If you’re concerned about too many girls, limit the time and let this party celebrate the joy and fun of friendship for an hour.
You can purchase invitations from your local store or specialty site (
www.iamtheprincess.com), but it might be more fun to make a dash to the craft store and make your own. Blank card and envelopes come in a variety of sizes and colors and can easily be transformed into a delightful glittery masterpiece with some glue, rhinestones, feathers, and imagination.
Royal ActivitiesWhether you decide to go with Disney Princess, Tea Party, or Pink Poodles, you’ve got lots of different options for party plans. If you don’t have girls come dressed up, stock up on lots of princess tiaras, wands and faux jewelry to play with. Princess piñatas come in a variety of styles from castles to crowns.
The Royal Feast
Think pastel, sparkly and sugary! Plain cookies and cupcakes can be decorated by your guests. Provide enough goodies for everyone and set out bowls of colored frostings, sprinkles and edible sugar. Some bakeries even sell pre-made frosting flowers for an elegant touch.
Royal Favors
Princess-themed photo cards are a perfect gift when the guests are dressed up. Of course, wands, tiaras are always in style.
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