How to Throw a Tea Party

Since autumn is about to set in, how about saying good-bye to summer with a party? Tea parties are a great way to celebrate accomplishments, graduations, birthdays, special events, and (yes) even the changing of the seasons.  Throwing a tea party to mark the unofficial end  of the season can be a lot of fun for your little princess and for you too.  I bet she would love to work with you in the kitchen and make all the necessary preparations to help make a great, fun tea party :-)


If you’re worried about all the work, it helps to remember that all you need is a plan and some inspiration.

Here are a few tips.

 
1. Schedule the party in the afternoon.

2. Make a list of people to invite and create invitation cards. Inform them of the theme and ask them to wear fancy costumes.
3. Decorate the party place with inexpensive things like glitters and confetti.  Make a table centerpiece using a bowl of seasonal fruit.
4. Prepare savory snacks like scones, sweets, fruit and cheese before your guests arrive. Carefully put them all on the table (buffet style).  Use your best china, silver, and teapot.

5. Prepare flavored tea with milk or lemon. You may also serve other cold drinks. 

6. Plan some parlor games (e.g., Charades) that kids and older guests can enjoy.

7.  On the day of the party, wear your most fabulous outfit.  Don’t forget to dress your little angel in her favorite girl’s party dress.

Top Party Themes

It helps to have cool ideas and know many different themes when you plan a special party for your child. So before you set the date, invite, decorate, and make the food, first choose an appropriate kiddie theme that she’ll like. Don't forget her girl's party dress, of course :-)



1. Disney Princess Party
Girls love to dress up in gowns and look pretty that’s why this theme is obviously a favorite among little girls. Simply ask guests to come dressed as their favorite Disney princess.  To prepare the place, sprinkle glitters and some small flowers on the tables and carpet for that shimmering effect.

2.  Mermaid Party
Got a pool? This theme is perfect in the summer.  I mean, who doesn’t love to hanging out at the pool? If what your little girl and her friends need is some fun in the sun, then you gotta go with a mermaid party. Yep, a cool mermaid party is definitely one of the best summer activities kids will love.  Just serve ice cream, and lots of lemonade.

3. Princess Tea Party
Always among the top picks, the Princess Tea Party theme is definitely one of the easiest to prepare. Simple ask guests to wear their fanciest costumes (e.g., Victorian-inspired dresses) and adorn the venue with cups and shiny pearls and flowers, feather boas and girly hats. Don’t forget to serve tea!

Top Costume Tips Sites

Wanna know the secrets to choosing a great kiddie costume? Need easy-to-follow last-minute makeup tips for your little party girl? Let’s face it, there are times when even the supermoms are…uninspired! Well, here are some great sites I found helpful.

Costume and Makeup Tips and  Ideas - nice website that offers lots of makeup tips.
Halloween Costume Safety Tips for Kids - offers safety tips and more.


Costume Care-- all about storing Halloween and other special costumes.

How to Create a Unique Costume -learn how to modify a costume you bought or create something really bizarre from scratch.


How to Make Fairy Wings- Learn how to make affordable wings to go with youangel or fairy costume.

Top Halloween Costumes (Part 2)

Here are some more costume ideas to help your kids enjoy their perfect fantasy this Halloween. 

1. Angel (pls. see our white flower girl dresses for more ideas)

2. Chinese Prince

3. Mulan

4. Ballerina Princess (See below)

5. Victorian Princess

6. Rockstar

7. Indian Girl

8. Little Red Riding Hood

9. Clown

10. Mummy

Remember: 

It's always best to purchase  your kids' Halloween costume in advance to avoid delays :-)

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Top Halloween Costumes

Halloween is a one of the most exciting holidays for kids. Why? Because they get to attend Halloween Parties or go out and trick or treat dressed up in their favorite costumes and get lots of candy!

Now since it’s almost Halloween season again, I thought I’d give you a list of top Halloween Costumes sure to be a hit with kids.

1. Super Hero Costume (don’t forget the cape!)
2. Avatar
3. Chinese Princess (wearing a pretty Cheongsam)
4. Disney Princess
5. Chinese Ghost
6. Cowboy
7. Pirate
8. White Witch
9. Zorro
10. Fairy

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