Now, we’ll be the first to admit that there is no such thing as a simple and easy DIY kids party. There’s a reason why parents choose to outsource party planning, it makes for a less stressful experience – and if you’re still on the fence, have a look at some of the venues you can host at here!
However, for those brave enough to host their own, we’ve decided to make your life a little easier by giving you the top 5 DIY kids party planning tips, and we can reassure you that they aren’t OTT and they won’t break the budget.
Get outdoors if you can
First of all, it instantly means you don’t have to worry about a massive clean up at home and that is a relief in itself. Park parties are super simple but so much fun. With a sausage sizzle, sandwicheds and classic games like pass the parcel or musical statues, a park party can be a huge win. There are some great adventure playgrounds around as well, and most kids don’t need much more amusement than what is already on offer, so make the most of what might be in or near your backyard. In saying that, outdoor parties are weather dependent so make sure you have a plan B if the weather turns.
Print it
Oh printables are the biggest and best DIY kids party-hack we’ve come across, and the best part is, you can find so many of them for free. Not only does it save money, but it also adds a personal touch and gives you more options for your party theme. Our advice is to decide on an idea for a theme and then search Pinterest printables that go along with it.
Cooperative instead of competitive
Kids are quite competitive so games that have a clear winner can cause kids to get upset, and you don’t want to be managing that, in addition to hosting the party, the last thing you want at your kids’ party is tears. Stick to cooperative games like treasure hunts to stay on the safe side.
Keep the food and drinks simple
All time favs such as fruit skewers, fairy bread, chicken sandwiches and popcorn are always clear winners and are simple to prepare. Don’t forget that you can bake cookies and muffins in advance that you can freeze and pull out on the day of the party. A couple of big water jugs with diluted fruit juice and ice is far cheaper than individual drinks and has the added bonus of being much kinder to the environment. If you’re looking for more food idea, check our our Kids Party Food Ideas post
Don’t put too much pressure on yourself
If you’ve got an uncle who bakes great cakes, ask him to skip on a present and bring cake instead. If there’s a fun older cousin or friend, get them to dress up as a superhero to entertain the kids. Just remember to lean on those around you, people like to feel useful and it takes the pressure off all the tasks resting on your shoulders.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that the kids will have fun no matter what so don’t get too caught up. If you have any tips you’d like to share with us, leave them in the comments below!
