6 to 8 weeks before the party:

Help child select a theme of his or her choice. View over 130 themes.
Decide on the number of guests and create an initial guest list.
Decide on the time, duration and location of the party.
Purchase your Party Kit and the matching Favor kits!

3 to 4weeks before the party:

Mail or deliver the party invitations to your guests.
Choose themed activities appropriate for the age of guests attending.

1 to 2 weeks before the party:

Prepare an agenda for the party.
Purchase any supplies needed for party games and activities.
Test the games or activities so you'll know how to explain the rules.

2 to 3 days before the party:

Contact any guests who have not sent an RSVP.
Shop for groceries, table decor, and solid color kits to match the theme.
Prepare activities, party favors, crafts or cutouts.

The day before the party:

Clean up the party area; vacuum, clean bathrooms, etc...
Bake or pick up the birthday cake.
Call to arrange delivery of subs or pizza. (Easy!)
Book a massage for next week!

6 to 8 hours before the party:

Decorate the party area and table tops.
Put candles in cake and locate the matches or lighter.
Arrange activities in order, and have all supplies ready to go.
Locate a pad of paper to record gifts for Thank You cards.

1 hour before the party:

Dress the guest of honor in costume to match the theme.
Turn on back ground music and adjust room temperature.
Add final touches and blow up balloons, it's going to be a great party!

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