A baby reaches many milestones in her first year of life. Her first birthday party is a highly anticipated celebration of the many milestones reached. The choice of theme for the first birthday party is the first step in the party planning process. A unique theme for the party will create excitement for the birthday girl and memories for the parents.
A baby reaches many milestones in her first year of life. Her first birthday party is a highly anticipated celebration of the many milestones reached. The choice of theme for the first birthday party is the first step in the party planning process. A unique theme for the party will create excitement for the birthday girl and memories for the parents.
Luau
A luau theme for a first birthday party offers lots of decorating ideas. Grass skirt invitations can be made by cutting a skirt shape from a piece of stiff paper. Use green raffia to create the grass for the skirt. Write the invitation information on the back of the skirt. Inexpensive grass skirts and leis sold at party supply stores serve as both attire for the guests and decorations. Use the grass skirts as skirting on the tables. Cut the grass skirts to fit the birthday girl and other young party guests. Whole pineapples and coconuts double as tabletop decorations. Play tropical music to set the mood for the luau. The menu should reflect a tropical theme as well.
Tulle and Tiaras
The princess theme is a popular one for a girl’s birthday party. Tulle can be purchased by the yard at fabric stores and can be pinned along the tables as skirting. Tulle can also be used to make tutus for the birthday girl and her guests. Tiaras make an inexpensive and appropriate party favor. A toy tiara can be used to decorate a simple sheet cake for the birthday party. Princess-themed party supplies are readily available at party supply stores to complete this party theme.
Tea Party
Tea parties are a classic for girls of all ages. Purchase plastic tea sets for all of the young guests at the party. Decorate a child’s table with pretty flowers and the tea set. Serve finger foods that are appropriate for young children. For the adults, a variety of tea sandwiches and other traditional tea party foods can be served.
Cupcake Party
Cupcakes are a fitting theme for a first birthday party. They are the perfect size for a 1-year-old and are much easier to serve than a traditional cake. Use colorful paper to cut out a cupcake shape for homemade invitations. Purchase plates, cups and other party supplies with the cupcake theme.
Music
Music has been shown to help a child’s development. Most young children enjoy listening to music, so it works well as the theme for a first birthday party. Purchase musical-themed decorations or make large music notes from cardboard. The cake can be decorated with musical notes or instruments. Play a variety of music for the guests to enjoy.
Bubbles
Bubbles captivate children from a young age. A bubble-themed first birthday party will allow your daughter to enjoy one of her favorite activities. A bubble machine will provide continuous bubbles for the small guests at the party. Bottles of bubbles work well as favors for a bubble-themed birthday party.
Animals
Numerous animal-themed party supplies are available, making this an appropriate theme for a girl’s first birthday party. Zoo animals, farm animals or ducks work well for a birthday party theme. Animal masks and stuffed animals can serve as decorations and party favors. Celebrate the birthday girl’s party at a zoo as an alternative to a party at home.
Butterflies & Ladybugs
Butterflies and ladybugs are a common theme for birthday party decor for girls. They add a feminine and fun touch to a first birthday party. Create invitations from red paper in the shape of a ladybug. Use butterfly or ladybug material as tablecloths. Decorate the cake with plastic ladybugs and butterflies. Consider a live butterfly release at the conclusion of the birthday party.
ABCs
The alphabet can provide a great theme for a girl’s first birthday party. Use alphabet blocks to decorate the party location. Use letter-shaped cookie cutters to make sugar cookies for the party. Make homemade soft pretzels in the shape of letters. Pasta in the shape of letters is another option for the menu.
Nursery Rhymes
Choose a favorite nursery rhyme to serve as the theme for your daughter’s first birthday party. Use brightly colored party supplies if themed decorations aren’t available. Invite guests to dress as their favorite nursery rhyme characters. Cake pans shaped like an open book are available and can be decorated like a nursery rhyme book.
