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From birthday party decorations and kid-friendly finger foods to the coolest kids party ideas, learn how to throw the best kids' birthday parties ever.

1 easy buttercream icing recipe, 4 delicious ways

Birthday parties

1 easy buttercream icing recipe, 4 delicious ways

This buttercream icing recipe is so simple to make and has four variations—chocolate, vanilla, berry and lemon. So are you ready to ice, ice, baby?

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4 easy ways to ice a cake

Birthday parties

4 easy ways to ice a cake

So you're going to decorate a cake—bravo to you. It will actually be much easier than you think. All you need is a delicious cake, icing and these tricks.

Today's Parent

How to make a "Happy birthday" banner using washi tape

Birthday parties

How to make a "Happy birthday" banner using washi tape

Instead of buying a "Happy birthday" banner, why not DIY it. Grab a roll of washi tape (actually, you'll need a few) and we'll show you how to make it.

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Cupcake decorating ideas: Ice cream sundae

Birthday parties

Cupcake decorating ideas: Ice cream sundae

We’ve whipped up a month’s worth of cupcake decorating ideas for our 30th birthday, because we think every day calls for adorable desserts!

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6 birthday party DIYs that use dollar store items

Birthday parties

6 birthday party DIYs that use dollar store items

By getting creative with inexpensive materials, you can create custom looks for cheap. These dollar store DIYs will give your kid's party a homemade touch.

Amy Valm

4 easy balloon decoration ideas

Birthday parties

4 easy balloon decoration ideas

Balloons are a party staple, but instead of just randomly sticking them to walls or chairs, try one of these clever DIYs.

Amy Valm

3 free online invitation sites

3 free online invitation sites

Using paper invitations that force you to write the same thing over and over again? Not necessary in this day and age! Here are three cute online options.

Amy Valm

Throw a birthday party on a budget

Birthday parties

Throw a birthday party on a budget

Give them the birthday party of their dreams on a realistic budget.

Tracy Howard

How to make paper bag star decorations

Birthday parties

How to make paper bag star decorations

Do you have three minutes? That's literally all you'll need to make these stellar paper bag decorations.

Mandy Milks

How to make a decorative washi tape banner

Birthday parties

How to make a decorative washi tape banner

If you think duct tape is versatile, you haven't met washi tape. Grab a few colourful rolls and make this easy birthday banner.

Amy Valm

9 simple first birthday party ideas

9 simple first birthday party ideas

You don't have to lose your mind throwing the perfect first birthday party—keep it simple. Here are some ideas we love.

Amy Valm

How to throw a mermaid party

Birthday parties

How to throw a mermaid party

Alyssa Ashton

How to throw a holiday party for kids

Birthday parties

How to throw a holiday party for kids

Plenty of holiday parties are grown-ups only, but this kid-friendly plan will have everyone rocking around the Christmas tree.

Alyssa Ashton

How to throw a gingerbread party

How to throw a gingerbread party

Sugar and spice and everything nice are the perfect ingredients for this sweet gingerbread soirée.

Sadiya Dendar

How to throw a Pokémon party

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How to throw a Pokémon party

Gather your Poké-obsessed trainers and set up a Poké gym for a celebration that goes beyond pin the tail on the Pikachu.

Alyssa Ashton

How to throw a monster party

Birthday parties

How to throw a monster party

Little ghouls and boys will gobble up the sprinkle doughnuts at this monster party, but make sure the decor and activities are spooky, too.

Amy Valm

10 birthday books we love

10 birthday books we love

We’ve rounded up the best children’s books about birthdays.

Sarah Steele

How to host an Olympics party

How to host an Olympics party

Go for the gold! Throw an Olympic bash that will have your kids cheering.

Sadiya Dendar

How to throw a spelling bee party

Birthday parties

How to throw a spelling bee party

How do you spell fun? This sweet word-themed party will have your preschooler buzzing.

Amy Valm

Birthday party etiquette

Birthday parties

Birthday party etiquette

Who to invite. Whether to send thank-you cards. What “no gifts” really means. My kids are only four and six and I’m already suffering birthday party burnout

Marissa Stapley Ponikowski

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