party possibilities
March 2008

Recently, I launched a Photo Gallery on my web site. It features photos from a 3rd birthday party that I produced in December. It was a beautiful party for a pretty princess. The concept came from my client's vision of a carnival and was brought to life, initially, by the invitation and eventually, a custom-painted carousel pony and birthday cake, as well as bouquets of pink, green and purple balloons, colorful party hats and ten energetic preschoolers singing and dancing to their favorite songs.

Invitations are very inspiring. I find that an image can spur an idea (or ideas) that can be incorporated into all aspects of the party. Therefore, this issue of party possibilities focuses on invitation ideas for children's birthday parties in hopes that you, too, will be inspired to take the more adventurous path when planning your next party - or that you will contact me to take that creative journey with you!

Children's Birthday Parties

Listed below are my favorite children's birthday party invitations for some of the more popular themes and activities. Please click on the hyperlinked text to see invitation.

For toddlers and preschoolers, who favor cartoon characters, I recommend:

For school age children (5-7), who have expanded imaginations and creativity, I like:

  • Pirates - Ahoy, mates! X marks the spot for buried treasure.
  • Magic - keep the kids guessing "how'd he do that?"
  • Dinosaurs - this T-Rex rocks!
  • Beads - my daughter, Lauren, would faint from excitement if she received this crafty invite

For older elementary children (8-12), may I suggest:

And if you're hosting a party at one of these local establishments, how about:

About posh parties, LLC (SM)

Created for 'social butterflies', posh parties, LLC is a full service professional party planning firm for people who enjoy entertaining friends and family in their home or local party spot.

Services include:
Event Design
Party Planning & Coordination
On-site/Day-of Event Management

for all types of celebrations, such as:
Adult & Children's Birthdays
Anniversaries
Retirement
Baby Showers & Welcome Parties
Bridal Showers & Rehearsal Dinners
Holiday Gatherings
Just-because Cocktail Parties ... and more!

If you are entertaining in the near future, I invite you to contact me to assist in the planning of your special occasion. With over 10 years of professional party planning experience, I make entertaining effortless and enjoyable for my clients!

A portion of the invitation that inspired a carnival atmosphere, well-suited for Mary Poppins

Ashleigh Dorfman, CSEP
posh parties, LLC
phone: 703.476.6530