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Organising the best and cheapest birthday party

Print it: Themed birthday invitations 

Our fun party invites will be the hit of every birthday party. We've got pirates, explorers, cowboys, fairies, princesses and superstars covered!

Cheap and easy DIY party packs

Trying to cut down on party costs? Try these simple party pack ideas.

Healthy party food that kids will love

Kids' party tables don't have to be laden with bright orange crisps or tons of sugary treats. Keep the fare healthy but enticing.

5 tips to minimise birthday party stress

Here are some ways to minimise the stress of organising and hosting a birthday party and make the day fun – for all.

How to plan the perfect party

Gearing up for your little one's party, but don't know where to start? We have the best tips from a party expert.

Birthday party themes

Robot party

Be the talk of the town with this fashionable robot party.

Rainy winter day

Think fluffy clouds and cute raindrops for a fun-filled party, even if it rains outside. 

Watermelon fun

Watermelons are the taste of summer birthdays. Here are a few ideas to make your party extra special - and delicious!

Beach party

Your little one will feel the summer vibe with this cool beach party theme.

Ice-cream party

Create an old school pastel dream for your little angel.

Owl party  

Have a hooting good time at an owl-themed birthday party for a girl or a boy.

Vintage Minnie Mouse party

An adorable 2nd birthday party that every little girl would love. Check out these wonderful decorations!

The Very Hungry Caterpillar party

Take inspiration from the classic book The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.

Alice in Wonderland party

Time to travel down the rabbit hole with a pretty Alice in Wonderland party for your little girl.

Rainbow party

Somewhere over the rainbow is the brightest, funkiest party you can find.

Angel white party

Every girl dreams of being a fairy or angel, and we took the opportunity to indulge in an all-white, winged fantasy.

Farmyard fun

By his second birthday party your little tot will be more mobile than his first one.

Pastel polka dot party

Your baby's first birthday is cause for a huge celebration but resist the temptation to go too elaborate.

Fairy dreams party

Designing a magical forest-fairy party for your little girl is easier than you think.

Explorer party

Excitement is the name of the game at this adventure party. Think adventure, creepy crawlies and all things boys!

Afternoon tea party

Celebrate the finer things in life with a fancy dress tea party for your daughter.

Space party

Our space party is out of this world! Get ready for blast off with an adventurous space party.

Pirate party

An adventurous pirate party is perfect for your intrepid little boy. With a pirate cake, message in a bottle invites and themed decor you'll be set to shiver yer timbers!

Teddy Bear party

Give your tot a party with her closest plush friends by pairing teddy bears with neutral colours and clever ideas.

Dinosaur party

Doesn't this dinosaur party look like a lot of fun? Check out these pictures of Rivan's dinosaur party and Tristan's Hulk themed party.

Train party

Take a look at Tristan’s 4th birthday party. It was a train themed party, check out the snaps!

Real life birthday parties

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse party

This mom and dad went the extra mile to make their little one's Mickey Mouse Clubhouse party a fun-filled day. 

Nautical party

This mom went with a nautical theme to celebrate her son's first birthday party. 

Spiderman party

Karen Nagel created a real spidey-themed party for her little boy. 

Hello Kitty party

This mom gave her little girl a Hello Kitty-themed party and made all the lovely treats herself!

Party foods and treats

Candy pops

A simple and delicious jelly recipe perfect for any party.

4 fun jelly party ideas

Try these super simple, cheap and fun recipes. Perfect for any party!

8 super simple party treats

Tired of attempting complex party snacks? Get back to basics with these classic treats!

Easy party treats for children

For the parent who wants to give their child a perfect party, without blowing the budget or having to spend hours in the kitchen.

Great party dips and cheesy bread sticks

Make these quick and easy cheesy bread sticks and dips for any party.

Birthday cakes and bakes

Handbag cake

Best rainbow checkerboard cake ever!

Podium cake 

Volcano cake

Cool birthday cakes

Easy party cakes 

Big top cake

Easy party cakes


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