2014-03-26

List of 1st birthday party ideas. Your child's first birthday is a momentous occasion and there are many great ways to throw them the perfect party. Incorporating fun themes and vibrant color schemes are great ways to create a memorable event. You can also hire entertainers like clowns, princesses, or puppet shows to keep your guests entertained.

What are some classic ideas for first birthday parties? A princess themed party is great for a one year old girl. Most party supply stores sell party goods and decorations featuring princesses. Bake your own crown shaped cookies and decorate them in pink, purple, and gold with the birthday girl's initials to make the party personalized. Little boys love Thomas the Train! Create your own Thomas themed birthday party by decorating in red, white, and blue. Send out invitations that say "All Aboard for Joey's' Birthday Party." Most party goods stores have Thomas themed decorations and plates.

If you are looking for a more creative party theme try a Hipster Baby party. Bake mustache cookies and play kid friendly versions of modern music with Rockabye Baby's lullaby versions of Bjork, Flaming Lips and Jay Z.

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Hipster Baby

A hipster first birthday party is perfect for young couples. Bake mustache cookies and play kid friendly versions of modern music with Rockabye Baby's lullaby versions of Bjork, Flaming Lips and Jay Z. Decorate with Native American motifs and bold shapes.

Transportation

Transportation is a great theme for a first birthday party for your little boy. Most party goods stores carry paper goods decorated with cars, trucks, and airplanes. You can also bake cookies in the shape of cars and turn rice crispy treats into stop lights by applying a green, yellow and red M&M to the top of the treat.

Create Your Own Cupcakes

Cupcakes are great treats to serve at a first birthday party. They are versatile and can be adapted to accommodate any theme. You can also serve several varieties of cupcakes rather than baking one cake and have your guests decorate their own.

Personalized M&Ms

Personalized M&Ms are a great addition to any party. They are available in many different colors and you can get them customized with a special message just for the birthday boy or girl.

Storytime

A professional storyteller provides great entertainment for a first birthday party. Many storytellers dress up in fun costumes to make the experience even more memorable.  If you are on a budget, just ask a family friend to read their favorite story to your guests.

Pancakes and Pajamas

A Pancakes and Pajamas first birthday party keeps things casual and allows everyone to have some stress free fun. Let guests know to arrive in their coziest pajamas and serve bite-size pancakes and waffles. Choose any colors you like to personalize this party.

Princess Party

A princess themed party is great for a one year old girl. Most party supply stores sell paper goods and decorations featuring princesses. Bake your own crown shaped cookies and decorate them in pink, purple, and gold with the birthday girl's initials to make the party personalized.

Minnie Mouse

Minnie Mouse is an iconic characters beloved by kids of all ages. Decorate with red or pink, black, and white and bake cookies in the shape of Minnie Mouse. Use bows to enhance your decor. Hire a Minnie Mouse entertainer to take your party to the next level.

Sock Monkey

Sock Monkeys have been a popular toy since the Victorian Era. Decorate with brown, red, and white to enhance the experience.

Disney Princess

Disney Princesses is a great theme because each little girl can choose a princess that she most relates to. Decorate with lots of glitter and gold. You can even hire a princess impersonator to entertain your guests.

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