*The* List of Party Themes

Close Up of B.Nute productions "Here Comes the Party" invitation

In honor of kids heading back to school, I thought this week I'd dedicate my blog posts to lists, you know the kind... like a back to school list of supplies, but these lists are all party focused, of course! I just love lists. I hope these are helpful in the future for you!

Today's list is of party themes. This is to help all those up late at night wondering what on earth they will do for their child's next birthday? I'm sure something below will catch your eye!

Theme

20's Flapper Girl Party

3 Little Piggies Party

40's Big Band Party

50's Beebop Sock Hop Party

50's Soda Fountain Party

80's Glam Rock Party

African Safari Party

Alpine Skiing Party

Around the World Party

Art Party

Ballerina Party

Baseball Party

Basketball Party

Beach Party

Beehive Hairdo/Retro Party

Big Apple Party

Big Game Party

Big Hair Rocker Party

Board Game Party

Bon Voyage (luggage, map, hotels)

Bon Voyage (roadtrip)

Bowling

Broadway Baby Party

Butterfly Party

Camp Out

Carnival

Carousel Party

Casino

Champagne Tasting Party

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Party

Charlottes Web Party

Cheese and Wine Party

Cherry Party

Chinese Party

Chocolate Party

Chronicles of Narnia Party

Cinderella Party

Circus Animals Party

Circus Big Top Party

Circus Billboard Party

Circus Parade party

Clambake/Lobster Boil/Crab Feast

Construction/Builder Party

County Fair Party

Cowgirl Party

Cupcake Party

Destination Party

Dinosaur Party

Disco/Dance Party

Doll Party

Dragon

Dragonflies Party

Egyptian Party

Fairy: Flower Fairy

Fairy: Glitter Fairy Princess

Fairy: Modern Fairy

Fairy: Woodland Fairy

Farm Party

Fashion Show Party

Fiesta

Firehouse Party

Fondue Party

Football Party

Fortune Teller (Palm Reading, Tarot Card) Party

Golf Party

Grand Prix Race Car Party

Gypsy Party

Hardy Boys

HipHop Party

Hockey Party

Hollywood Party

Honey Bee Party

Hula Girl Party

Ice Skating Party

India Party

Indiana Jones Party

Insect/Bug Party

Italian Party

Jazzy Jazz Party

Jumpy House Party

Jungle Party

Karate Party

Kite Party

Knight and Dragon

Lady Bug Party

Let is Snow Winter Party

Lil'Gardener Party

Ma Petite (Toile) party

Mad Hatter Party

Mad Scientist Party

Magic Party

Makeover/Model Party

Masquerade Party

Memphis Blues Party

Mermaid

Mini Golf Party

Mobster/Mafia/Gangster Party

Monkey Party

Moroccan Party

Movie Party

Movie Star Party

Mustache Bash

Nancy Drew

Nifty 50's Party

Nursery Rhyme Party

Olympic Party

Paper Lantern Party

Paperdoll Party

Paris Party

Party Hats Party

Perfume Party

Pinball Party

Pirate party

Playtime Party

Polka Dot Party

Pool Party

Pretty Posies Garden Party

Princess and Knight Royal Party

Princess Fairy Tale Party

Princess: Egyptian Princess Party

Princess: Indian Princess Party

Robin Hood Party

Robot Party

Rock Climbing Party

Rock Star - Guitar Party

Rock Star - Singer Party

Sailboat Party

Shark Party

Sherlock Holmes Party

Skateboarding Party

Sledding/Tubing Party

Sleepover Party

Snow White Party

Snowboarding Party

Soccer Party

South of France Party

Spa Party

Space/Rocket Party

Spy Party

Star Wars Party

Stargazing Party

Summer BBQ

Summer Camp

Summer of Love Hippie Party

Superhero Party

Surfer Party

Sweet 16

Sweet Treas Party

Tailgate Party

Tatoo Party

Teapot/Teacup Tea Party

Tennis Party

The Dish, Spoon, Cow, Moon Party

Tiki Party

Toy Shop Party

Train (ticket) Party

Truck Party

Under the Sea Party

Video Game Party

Vineyard Party

Wakeboarding Party

Water Park Party (sprinklers)

Western "Wanted" Showdown Party

Western Round Up Party

Wind in the Willows Party

Wine Tasting Party

Wizard

Wizard of Oz Party

Woodland Party

Zodiac Party

Zoo Party This list will be posted in a permanent location on my website, with categorization and all! I'll be sure to let you know when it's there. If I've missed some themes, (which I'm sure I have) please let me know so I can add them to the list! Happy Party Planning!

An Enchanted Woodland Fairy Party Invitation and Ideas

Enchanted Woodland Fairy Invitation by B.Nute Productions

I just posted a new invitation the other day in my Etsy Shop - an Enchanted Woodland Fairy Party invitation. I had a lot of fun making this invitation! My daughter has loved fairies for many years now. We have almost every fairy book imaginable, and she has been writing to the fairies in our yard on and off for a couple years. (They are sometimes not as responsive as she hopes!) So, it was only a matter of time before I created a fairy invitation.

Close up of B.Nute Productions Enchanted Woodland Fairy Party Invitation

I also thought I'd share some other very creative and inspirational sites to go along with this theme. The timing couldn't have been more perfect... 2 blogs that I frequent, Kara's Party Ideas and Creative Party Place had write ups with fabulous fairy parties to match my invitations! Check out their ideas...

Enchanted Fairy Party by Amanda Parker as seen on Kara's Party Ideas Blog

This party above by Amanda Parker is full of incredible detail and creativity. A fairy lovers dream party!

A Midsummer's Night Fairy Party by Frog Prince Paperie and seen on Creative Party Place

Another amazing fairy party above... filled with quotes and accents that one might find in an enchanted forest in merry ol'England!

Baseball Week: Baseball Party Food and Drink Ideas

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Did you catch the All Stars game last night? The National League ended their 13 year losing streak! Well I'm on a streak as well-- here are some more party ideas for your Baseball Themed party-- some great food and drink ideas to serve your hungry team of party goers!

Menu ideas for a baseball party couldn’t be simpler... just think of what’s on tap at the ballpark, and you’re set!

1. Hot Dog with all the Fixins’

Steam up some dogs, and get out the condiments. This is a easy crowd pleaser. Suggested condiments: mustard, ketchup, relish, and onions for the brave! Also, you could add some chili and cheese to the mix as well. Adults will especially like this.

Depending on the time of the day, you could also pick up some mini-hot dogs and put them in between rolls for a quick bite between innings of the party.

Hot Dog Stand Photo Credit

Another idea is to rent a hot dog stand for the party! It definitely will add to the look of the party, and can be a lot of fun for guests’ to order their dogs!

Yankee Stadium Peanuts Photo Credit

2. Peanuts and Popcorn

There’s nothing like a bag of salty peanuts (check for allergies first) and popcorn is always a hit with any crowd! Buy some striped popcorn bags or popcorn box to add to the look. Stadium peanuts can be picked up in almost any location, but check out these peanuts: “Official Yankee Stadium Peanuts.” Baseball fans will love the nostalgia of these!

3. Bats and Balls

Unfortunately, ball parks usually don’t offer much in the way of fruit and veggies-- but there’s no reason why you can’t make add some to your menu, and stay within the theme. How about balling up a lot of fruit in a bowl, and label the bowl, “balls.” Then in a bowl labeled “bats” next to it, cut up or buy a bunch of carrot, celery, and bell pepper sticks. You could add some dipping sauces for the veggies, and sweet carmel dipping sauce for the fruit if you’d like.

Old Fashioned Sodas from Cost Plus World Market

4. Old Fashioned Root Beer and Sodas

Old fashioned sodas are the new, “in” thing these days! They can be found in stores all over. They look so great stacked up on a table, or cooled down in a tin bucket for folks to grab and go! These sodas are from Cost Plus World Market.

Baseball Week: Baseball Party Decoration Ideas

Close Up of All Star Party Invitation by B.Nute productions

Now that World Cup Soccer is over, it's time to focus back on America's favorite summertime sport-- BASEBALL! It's Baseball Week at B.Nute productions. I'll be posting Baseball party ideas all week long, so stay tuned to All-Star ideas! This week is also the All Star Game 2010 in Anaheim, so the timing couldn't be more perfect!

All Star Baseball Party Inspiration Board

Pick Your Favorite Ballpark

I’m sure your household has a favorite team... why not make your home or party spot into that stadium? Pick out a few signature elements of that ball park, and make some decorations! For instance, take Wrigley Field... the marquee out front, the vines on the outfield wall, the bleachers, the scoreboard... all signature features of that park.  There are plenty of great websites about your favorite ballpark. Here’s a site that lists them all: Ballparksofbaseball.com

Get Out Those Trading Cards

Head up to the attic and pull out your old trading cards. These will make a great addition to the party table. Scatter about the center of the table for a eye catching table runner. Worried about your treasured cards getting dirty? Heady out and buy a set of modern cards at a lower price, and/or not as precious as your childhood favorites!

All Star Personalized Banner

B.Nute productions' All Star Buddies Personalized Banner

Pictures of your All Star and his buddies will be a great way to greet guests to the party! This matching banner can be purchased on bnute.etsy.com.

Jars of Baseballs and Team Pendants

Any table will look extra festive for the baseball party with jars or bowls of baseballs. A great centerpiece. Add a few American flags, or pendants from your favorite teams to complete the look.

All Star Baseball Party Invitation

B.Nute Productions' All Star Baseball Party Invitation

Don't forget the invitation as well! Check out B.Nute productions' All Star Baseball Party invitation to make the look complete.