Party Ideas

Party Ideas

Monthly Archive: February 2016


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Are you looking for high quality, affordable party favors? Encore's Hair Accessory Packs are a great way to say thank you to your guests! Priced from $2.50 each (plus postage). If you have booked an Encore Party, postage is FREE!

 Girls Party favors, encore kids parties

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To order simply call 6188 7666 or alternatively email and we will ship your order quickly!

Enjoy!

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Party Hack Trick Number One: Use Duct Tape as Water Bottle Party Labels
 
If you are stuck for time and looking to make your child's party table a little brighter, then turn to duct tape!
 
Craft, diy water bottle labels, party food ideas
Image Source: Taryn Williford
 
Simply cut off the plastic labels on your existing bottles, cut a length of duct tape, wrap it around the bottle where the label used to be. I found many cool coloured tapes at Office works for a giant roll for $6.00!
water bottle labels, party food ideas
Enjoy!
 
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It so happens Jodie's Grandma is great at Crochet and is always keen to create something for Jodie that she likes. So.......this is where I hand her this AMAZING Cupcake Queen Crochet Hat pattern and fingers crossed, she will make this amazing hat for Jodie which will be great for Wintery Sunday Football matches here in Perth.

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This super cool Crochet Pattern can be found on Etsy by LunameraCrochet . What aree you waiting for?! Download it now, make Grandma a cup of tea and hand her the pattern smiley

 

Enjoy!

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Do you have a Star Wars fan at home and looking for a FREE Star Wars Party Invitation that you can print instantly? Well we have the answer for you!

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To print, simply clink on the above image, follow the link and print!

May the Force be with you!

 

 

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Looking for a FREE Frozen Party Invitation that you can instantly download? Well we have the answer for you! This Frozen Invitation compliments any Frozen Party celebration. 

To print, simply click on the above image, follow the link and print! 

Let it go! 

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FREE My Little Pony Party Inviation with instant download. This is the perfect invitation to compliment your Daughter's My Little Pony Party. "Friendship is Magic"

To download, click on the above picture, follow the link and simply print!

 

Enjoy!

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Looking for a super easy, fun way to countdown to Easter for your family? Then why not adapt the Christmas Advent calender for an Easter one!

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What you will need

  • Empty Egg carton
  • 12 coloured plastic eggs (I bought mine from Coles today)
  • Sharpie or number labels
  • Easter grass (Coles has this also)
  • Mini Easter Egg or figurine (We used Shopkins as we have a Shopkins fan at home)

Once you have the plastic eggs, fill them with the Easter Grass and your mini egg and Figurine. Label the eggs 1 -12.

12 Days prior to Easter Sunday, (16th March 2016), hide one egg in your garden or house for the kids to find. Jodie is my little one in our house, so I need only one carton. I would suggest to avoid any disputes, to create a carton for each child in your home

Happy Easter!

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Get set for some side splitting Star Wars Jokes!
 
The Best Star Wars Jokes in the Galaxy
 
Q: Who serves food at the Death Star restaurant?
A: Darth Waiter
 
Q: What do you call the person who brings dinner to a rancor?
A: The appetizer.
 
Q: How do Ewoks contact each other when they’re apart?
A: Ewokie Talkies
 
Q: What do you call Chewbacca when he has chocolate in his hair?
A: Chocolate Chip Wookie
 
Q: What did the Jedi say to the sheep?
A: May the force be with ewe.
 
Q: What did the sweet potato say to Luke Skywalker?
A: I yam your father.
 
Q: Why is a droid mechanic never lonely?
A: Because it’s always making new friends.
 
Q: What do you call a Jedi who’s in denial?
A: Obi-Wan Can-not Be
 
Q: Why shouldn’t you ask Yoda for money?
A: Because he’s always short.
 
Q: Why did the angry Jedi cross the road?
A: To get to the Dark Side.
 
Q: When did the Jedi start to think Anakin was heading towards the dark side?
A: When he was in the Sith Grade.
 
Q: What do Whiphids say after they kiss?
A: Ouch!
 
Q: Why do Doctors make the best Jedi?
A: Because they have patients (Jedi need patience).
 
Q: Where does Princess Leia go shopping for clothes?
A: The Darth Maul
 
Q: What is Jabba the Hutt’s middle name?
A: “The”
 
Q: Which Star Wars Jedi uses meat for a weapon?
A: Obi Wan Baloney.
 
Q: What did the lunch lady say to Luke Skywalker?
A: Use the fork Luke.
 
Q: What do you call 5 siths piled on top of a lightsaber?
A: A Sith-Kabob
 
Q: Why was the bantha milk blue?
A: It missed it’s mommy.
 
Q: Why was the pitcher from the moon of Endor cut from the baseball team?
A: Ewoked every batter.
 
Q: What do Jawa’s have that no other creature in the galaxy has?
A: Baby Jawas.
 
Q: What did the rancor say after he ate a Wookie?
A: Mmmmm, chewie
 
Q: What do Gungans store food in?
A: Jar Jars
 
Q: What did Obi-Wan Kenobi do when he needed money?
A: He got a bank clone (bank loan)
 
Q: What do you call two suns fighting each other?
A: Star Wars
 
Q: What do you call a pirate droid?
A: Arrrrgh-2-D2
 
Q: Which side of a wookie has the most hair?
A: The outside.
 
Q: Where does Jabba eat dinner?
A: Pizza Hutt
 
Q: Who do Jedi call to help open PDF files?
A: Adobe Wan Kenobi
 
Q: What do you call someone that tries to be a Jedi?
A: Obi-Wannabe
 
 
Q: What time is it when Jabba the Hutt sits on your blaster?
A: Time to get a new blaster!
 
Q: Why is Luke Skywalker always invited on picnics?
A: He always has the forks with him.
 
Q: Who is short, green and plays the cello?
A: Yo-Yo Da.
 
Q: What kind of vehicle did Watto drive?
A: A wattomobile.
 
Q: What do you get when you cross Darth Vader with an elephant?
A: An ele-vader.
 
Q: What do sand people use to find their enemies?
A Tuscan radar.
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Q: What do sand people call their librarians?
A: Tuscan readers.
 
Q: What do you call a 3rd grade Gungan?
A: A Yungan.
 
Q: Which Jedi became a rock star?
A: Bon Jovi-Wan Kenobi.
 
Q: What do sand people call their movie reviewers?
A: Tuscan raters.
 
Q: Why was Yoda such a good gardener?
A: He had a green thumb.
 
Q: Where did Luke Skywalker buy a new arm?
A: At the second-hand store.
 
Q: Why did Darth Vader throw steaks at Luke Skywalker?
A: So he could MEAT his destiny.
 
Q: What was Jango’s favorite pasta?
A: Fett-ucine
 
Q: Which Jedi loved to eat corn?
A: Maize Windu.
 
Q: Which Jedi was also a pasty chef?
A: Obi-Wan Cannoli.
 
Q: Where do you take a hurt pod racer.
A: The podiatrist.
 
Q: Why didn’t Yoda have body odor?
A: He wore de-yoda-rant.
 
Q: Why was Darth Vader bad at sports?
A: He always choked.
 
Q: What did the dentist say to Luke Skywalker?
A: May the floss be with you.
 
Q: Why did Anakin cross the road?
A: To get to the dark side.
 
Q: Why did Darth Vader go to the music store?
A: To find the hidden rebel bass.
 
 
Q: What do you call two Han Solos singing together?
A: Han Duet.
 
Q: What does Yoda say when someone says something he already knows?
A: No-Duh!
 
Q: What’s a Jedi’s favorite brand of car?
A: A Toy-Yoda.
 
Q: Where does Princess Leia shop for Father’s Day?
A: At the Darth Maul.
 
Q: Why did Yoda cross the road?
A: Because the chickens forced him to.
 
Q: How many Sith’s does it take to change a light bulb?
A: None – they like it on the dark side!
 
Q: How does Luke Skywalker always know what he’s getting for his birthday?
A: He feels the presence.
 
Q: What is Darth Vader’s favorite Disney song?
A: When You Wish Upon A Death Star.
 
Q: How does Darth Vader like his toast?
A: On the Dark Side.
 
Enjoy!
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Shopkins is so popular with many young girls right now. Encore's Shopkins Party Theme is flying off the shelves in Perth! Many parents are asking if there are any pre-party arrival activity ideas we can suggest. Last month my daughter Jodie and I created these super cute necklaces. We used a dab of hot glue at the base of the hook and Shopkin to secure in place. If you have a Shopkins fan in your home - these are a great idea. Great for Favour bags if you have the time. 

You can purchase the hook, glue and necklace cord from Spotlight or carft stores. If you are looking for Shopkins Party Supplies, be sure to check out Shop Now HQ!

 

Enjoy!

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Have you heard of the easy, quick and super cute Cloud Dough Recipe? Your toddler will love it! Make this in 2-mins . . yes, 2 mins!!! 

cloud dough recipe, sensory play dough

Picture Source : Little Bins for Little Hands

Ingredients

1 cup of baby oil

8 cups of plain flour

How to create Cloud Dough

In a large bowl, add one cup of baby oil to 8 cups of flour.  Stir well.  You can use a whisk or spoon. 

And you are done! Add the dough to medium size shallow tray, add baking cut out shapes, small cups and play dough toolsd work a treat. This activity works best out on an alfresco area or lawn. If you do use this inside, be sure to place a plastic table cloth to catch any spills.

Storage

Cloud dough will keep indefinitely when stored in a container with a lid.

Variations

Lavender Scent - add a couple of drops of lavender essential oil. (Any of your favourite essential oil scent can be used)

Coloured Dough -  add oil- or gel-based food coloring to color the dough (water-based food coloring doesn't work). The gel based food colouring can be found in the cake/baking section of the supermarket.

Enjoy!

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Have you tasted a Creamy Custard Cake? You haven't lived until you've tried it! Nice & naughty cheeky
 
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CREAMY CUSTARD CAKE
 
Ingredients:
 
4 eggs (whites separated from yolks), room temp
1 tsp vanilla extract
3/4 cup sugar
1 stick butter, melted/125g
3/4 cup all purpose flour
2 cups milk lukewarm
powdered sugar for dusting cake
 
Instructions:
 
Preheat oven to 170 degrees Celcius. Grease and Line 8 inch x 8 inch baking dish with baking paper.
Separate eggs and add the egg whites to a mixer and beat egg whites stiff. Place egg whites in a bowl and set aside.
Beat the egg yolks & sugar until light. Add butter and vanilla. Beat for two mins. Add the flour and mix it in until fully incorporated.
Slowly start adding the milk and beat until everything is well mixed together. Add the egg whites, a third at a time and gently fold them in using a spatula, repeat until all egg whites are folded in. Pour batter into baking dish and bake for approx 60 minutes or until the top is lightly golden. Cool and dust heavily with powdered sugar.
 
Enjoy muchies!
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If you have a Shopkins Fan at home and you are looking for some dinner time fun then check-out this bargain Shopkins Activity Placemat - it's FREE!

Download your free copy here. Please note

 

Enjoy Shoppies!

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