Pool Party, Birthday Ideas?!
Pool Party, Birthday Ideas?
Ok its my frndz b'day on the 14th .. im thinking of inviting all the girls over to my place for a pool party ..
i already told her so it aint no surprise!!
i wanna knw ur ideas, wht to do .. how to make invitation ( they will be sent Via E-mail ) what will i need ..
Any one had any good and cool experiences let me know ..
Answers:
Make your pool party the hottest in town by following these easy tips that will take you from the invitation to the final dip in the pool.
Setting the Stage
Invitations
Begin to set the stage with your invitations. Print your invitations on aqua blue colored paper stock and send them in a mailing tube. Include inexpensive diving sticks in the package and toss in some tropical or aquatic confetti (found in party stores) for fun.
You're Invited to Dive in for Fun at the Smith Pool Party!
Saturday, July XX, 2:00pm until 10:00pm
Bring bathing suits and towels.
RSVP by July XX at 111-222-3333
Music
Set the mood with a non-stop selection of your favorite beach or tropical tunes. Possibilities include:
Bob Marley's Legend - Set the mood with the classic reggae sound from the original master.
Beach Boys' Sights and Sounds of Summer - Few musicians remind me of summer as much the beach boys.
Jimmy Buffet's Meet Me in Margaritaville - The Ultimate Collection- You'll find that there are at least a few Parrotheads lurking among your guests.
The Table
Cover the table with a sunny yellow cloth.
Use blue plates and drinkware.
Create a centerpiece using yellow flowers such as daffodils or roses.
Get 50 dollars worth of quarters to throw in the pool for a hunt.
Other Necessities
Provide sunscreen for guests who may forget to bring their own.
Create areas of shade with umbrellas if your pool area doesn't have shady trees.
Be sure you have enough chairs for your guests. If not, ask guests to bring a chair when they RSVP.
Stock up on fun pool toys including beach balls for impromptu pool volleyball; floats; and water guns.
You'll need plenty of ice for this party!
Party Favors
Send your guests home with an after-sun body lotion wrapped in a cello bag tied with ribbon. Toss in more of that fun confetti you sent with the invitations.
The Menu
Here's a buffet that will keep your guests feeling cool and refreshed while keeping you out of the kitchen during your party!
Serve a selection of refreshing drinks including iced tea, bottled water and classic frozen drinks such as Pina Coladas, Margaritas or Daiquiris.
Tortilla chips with your favorite salsa.
Mango and Shrimp Wraps - These cool, tropical wraps will have your guests asking for the recipe.
Thai Chicken Wraps with Spicy Peanut Sauce - This spicy recipe comes from the queen of quick cooking, Rachael Ray.
Greek Salad - The ingredients in this recipe will hold up well since there's no lettuce in this salad.
Fresh Fruit Kebabs with Dip - Diana Rattray, About's Guide to Southern Food gives you a selection of fruit dips from which to choose.
Key Lime Tarts - Easy to make and luscious to eat.
Pina Colada Ice Pops - These make ahead bars are non-alcoholic.
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LIFE
toga! toga! toga!
A colorful Hawaiian luau
A laid-back beach party
An exciting movie night
A festive birthday party
Hawaiian Luau
Take your guests on an evening getaway to the Aloha State! Guests should don their most colorful Hawaiian print shirts. Make leis at the party or buy ready-made ones to welcome your guests. Decorate with bright, tropical colors, bamboo accents and Hawaiian-themed accessories from your local pool retailer, party supply or craft store. Tiki torches and tropical flowers scattered across tables and the surface of the pool provide the finishing touches for a magical evening. Pineapple chicken or ham would be delicious main dishes, or treat your friends and family to an authentic pig roast. Complement the feast with rice and a wide variety of fruits and vegetables reminiscent of a garden paradise.
Beach Party
Who needs the ocean? You can create a beach barbeque party around your backyard pool. Kick back in flip-flops and swimsuits. Use the children’s sandbox and build a sand castle. Decorate tables with seashells and fish nets. Cover chairs with beach towels. Use plastic pails and shovels, and even Frisbees, to serve hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Float toy sailboats in the pool. Grill hot dogs, hamburgers and corn on the cob and serve classic boardwalk food, like popcorn, snow cones and French fries for your family and friends. Or go all out with a clam bake, oyster roast or lobster feast!
Movie Night
Miss the days of drive-in movies? Have a “float-in”! Purchase some inflatable lounge chairs at your local pool retailer. Move your big-screen television outside, or rent one for the evening. Pick a favorite classic, or give your guests a thrill and screen “Jaws.” “The Little Mermaid” and “Finding Nemo” are great choices for a kids’ party. Set up your own movie theater concession stand and serve popcorn, candy and sodas.
Birthday Party
A swimming pool or hot tub party is a special way to celebrate any child’s birthday. Create whimsical invitations using flip-flop or fish shaped cutouts, or write the party information on beach balls and mail them to guests in oversize envelopes. Activities can be tailored to the interests of the age group. Younger children will enjoy classic pool games like Sharks and Minnows, Marco Polo and cannonball contests. Organize a water-gun battle or provide amenities for a girls’ spa-themed party. As partygoers will surely be active, plan a light menu. Sliced fruit, half-sandwiches, goldfish crackers and boxed juice drinks will allow the kids to play all day.