A Perfectly Retro Birthday Party
Inspired by the celebrations of her childhood, one mom passes on the predictable party place locale and instead creates a perfectly retro at-home bash for her daughter’s fourth birthday
Have a blast from the past by throwing a retro themed party for your kids next birthday! Don’t miss a beat with these great retro ideas.
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- <h1>Spinning Straws</h1><br/><br /> Pinwheel straws add a playful touch to the drink table. To save time you can buy them at a craft store, but they are simple and inexpensive to make. (Find pinwheel instructions at <a href="http://www.canadianfamily.ca/2010/07/make-your-own-pinwheels/" target="_blank">canadianfamily.ca/pinwheel</a>, and use glue to attach them to straws!)
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- <h1>Magically Delicious</h1><br/><br /> A magician’s-hat-shaped vanilla sponge cake with simple icing keeps with the relaxed, homemade vibe.
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- <h1>Play Time</h1><br/><br /> Old-school games like 'Pin the Tail on the Donkey' and 'Pass the Parcel' will amuse little guests who are playing for the first time.
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- <h1>A Personal Touch</h1><br/><br /> Loot bags—each adorned with a handmade piece of art by the birthday girl or boy—can be filled with a few trinkets. Leave room for kids to stock up at the candy table before they go!
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- <h1>Finger Foods</h1><br/><br /> Colourful plates and cups dress up simple party foods. Make it easy for kids to eat and celebrate sans table by arranging bite-size pieces of pizza and individual servings of fries on elegant pewter trays.
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- <h1>Enchanting Decor</h1><br/><br /> For a modern and whimsical update use paper lanterns, garlands, pinwheels, and freshly cut peonies to replace balloons and multicoloured streamers.
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- <h1>Sweet Treats</h1><br/><br /> No party is complete without a sugar fix! Glass jars filled with a mix of traditional candies, like old-fashioned lollipops, marshmallow treats and gummy bears, create an Alice in Wonderland-inspired sweets table.
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- <h1>The Finale</h1><br/><br /> Scheduled present opening for after the cake is cut so pint-sized partygoers are entertained with dessert while the birthday kid unwraps their gifts.
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