Creating a theme from scratch can be as simple as selecting fun paper and rubber stamps. Martha used bandanna and dot patterns to create a festive celebration that's perfect for children of all ages.
The big idea here is that it's a small world after all. At this charming party, girls will feel like Alice after she goes tumbling down the rabbit hole.
What little girl doesn't have a soft spot for polka dots? They're colorful and playful -- and most of all, they're fun! With that in mind, celebrate a birthday by having everyone see spots.
For this party, clear out a room, fill it with orbs of all sizes, and let toddlers at 'em. You can also decorate a cake with a bouncing-ball icing pattern.
A favorite movie can survive numerous viewings and still never become boring to a kid. Why not make it the centerpiece to a blissfully low-key at-home birthday party?
Make the season when the birthday child was born the theme for a party, and mimic nature's decorations -- snowflakes for a party in winter, flowers for summer, and even insects for a spring party.