What you need to know
Are you thinking about having a birthday party for your child but somehow you do not feel up to it because of all the stress? Are you overwhelmed just thinking about all the details? Well, planning a party doesn’t have to be stressful. Here is a checklist that will help guide you along the way and make life just a little easier.
Choose a theme
Have a budget
Determine the date, time, and location
Put together the guests list
Send invites
Critical Items to purchase (use these to create checklist) Tableware Balloons Entertainment Decorations Favor
Tableware
Spoons Forks Knives Plates Napkins Cups Tablecloth Serving utensils Bowls Platters
Balloons
Helium tank Foil balloons Latex balloons Number balloons Letter balloons Curling ribbon Balloon weight Balloon pump
Entertainment
Piñata Piñata candy Arts and craft supplies Puzzles Coloring sheets Games Photo backdrop Music playlist
Decorations
Tissue pom-pom Centerpieces for the table Confetti for the table Swirl decorations Happy birthday banner Cut outs
Favors
Favor bags Candy Bouncy ball Sunglasses Play doh Mini flash light Invisible ink pen
Outdoors
Lighting Yard sign
Cake
Birthday cake Cupcakes Cake/cupcake stand Candles Cake server
Sweet Treats
Bulk candy Candy serving utensils Candy container
Dress Up
Party hat Necklace Crown Sashes Costumes Mask Head boppers