For those of you rushed off your feet, we’ve devised a party essentials check-list to help you on your way with links directly to the page you need! Hooks ‘n’ hammers, ribbon ‘n’ wrapping – we’ve got it all written down so nothing is forgotten. Good luck with the planning and celebration!   Party Decoration Essentials Balloons & helium Curling ribbon for tying and hanging balloons Scissors (general use) Command hooks for attaching bunting and garlands Balloon weights for balloon arrangements Sticky-tac or sticky-tape (just in case) Table confetti for dec ..read more

Farmyard parties are always a hit with toddlers and younger children. This theme is colourful, age-appropriate and full of animal characters they’ll instantly recognise, making it super engaging and stimulating.  We’ve made it easier than ever to create a fun farmyard party from top to toe, with a range specially dedicated to this theme, as well as some handy tips on pulling it all together.  Farm Party Food Ideas  Eggs (the chocolate kind) and all things fruit and vegetables are your go-tos for snack time. You can make them look more appetising by placing veggies such as carrot ..read more

Excuse the pun, but if you’re looking to bend over backwards to make the budding gymnast’s party super-special, you’ve come to the right place. It’s one of our favourite themes, meaning we’ve got plenty of party tricks up our sleeves to help you create a flipping (again, pun intended) great celebration for them. The Warm-Up: Decorations  Get top marks for execution when you use gymnast themed garlands, colourful balloons and shimmering streamers to decorate your venue. Young acrobats will love seeing these themed decorations around the room – plus they could even hang them up in their roo ..read more

Tutus and tiaras at the ready! It’s time to put on a show for the budding ballerina’s birthday party. If they know their pirouette from their plié, then it’s probably worth pulling out a few stops to make their celebration super fun and engaging – like pulling together a dance lesson or show. Or, if they’re just getting into ballet, you can keep it light with craft activities and props. Luckily, we’ve covered both bases in our handy guide. 1st Position: Pick Your Party Menu  You don’t have to be a ballerina to know that pink dominates in the world of ballet, so use this as your theme when ..read more

We want to help transform the party industry so conscious celebrations are more easily accessible for all.  We are working hard to bring you more eco-friendly party products that protect the planet, but don’t compromise on the magic of celebrating life’s special moments. Here are some of the steps we’re taking: 1. We deliver all of our Party Pieces orders in fully recyclable packaging. 2. We are working hard to find innovative suppliers who are creating brilliant and affordable eco-friendly ranges. We have identified all products within our shop that have been deemed eco-friendly (fully r ..read more

  Noticed an influx of eye-popping pink and all things sparkly and neon recently? That’s because Barbiecore is having a moment right now. Ever since images of Margot Robbie playing the plastic fantastic character for 2023’s Barbie movie were released, hot pink-mania has been in full swing. And thanks to its unmistakable vibrancy and joyful nostalgia, it’s a theme that lends itself particularly well to parties for all ages.  So whether you’ve caught Barbie fever too, or you have a little one obsessed with the toy doll, why not embrace this fabulously fun theme for your next celebratio ..read more

Parties sure have a lot to live up to these days. There are the Instagram-worthy decorations, the elaborate food menus that tick every diet box and the kind of entertainment that makes a funfair look pitiful. Oh, and don’t forget that fancy ice cream maker you’ve had your eye on for a while.  But chances are, you’re not willing to spend the equivalent of three months’ rent to get the party off the ground. And we don’t blame you. It’s just for a day, after all, and it’ll be over before you can say “party time!”. But that doesn’t mean it can’t be memorable or special. In fact, with a few ha ..read more

To celebrate Raffy and Ada’s birthdays, Charlotte has given us a top secret recipe from her new book ‘How To Feed Your Toddler’, which doesn’t hit shop shelves until the end of September. Charlotte’s Mini Black Forest Cherry Cakes are delicious cupcakes which are fun to make with little bakers and make a perfect centrepiece at a kids’ party.  If your little one isn’t a cherry fan, just swap out the cherries for other fruits like strawberries or raspberries. Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins Makes 18 mini cakes Ingredients: 200g frozen cherries, defrosted, plus a handful for decorating, finely c ..read more

  It’s almost time to celebrate your little one’s birthday, and with it comes a chance to throw them a super-duper party. We’re guessing you’re after something a little more inspiring than the usual cake and party hat bash. After all, your tot has likely gained a new set of interests and skills in the last year, which can make their party all the more fun and interactive. Keep scrolling for our favourite toddler party ideas, from venues to activities.   Decide on your venue Your Home Energetic toddlers will need room to move around, so be sure to pick somewhere that’s spacious – and ..read more

  If they’ve reached an age where fancy dress and face painting isn’t going to cut it anymore, consider these not-so-childish party themes. They include ideas your teenager will actually like, such as gaming and movie themes, and there doesn’t have to be a costume or even a party hat in sight. Phew.  And the even better news is that you don’t have to spend lots of money to pull them together. A few decorations here and there and a bit of food are enough to make their party low-key cool rather than over-the-top. Here are some ideas to get you started.   Theme Inspiration Gaming ..read more