Comments on: A Birthday Alternative: Less Stuff, More Fun

By: Terry

Terry — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 02:58:13 +0000

Thanks for your suggestions, I loved them. In fact, for some I see the use beyond parties for the kids. We have certainly had parties at our house where every couple brings wine, cake, etc. when we already stocked up on everything. Next time, we will be sure to let our guests know if they insist on bringing something, that they just donate to a charity. May as well help others when we can.
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By: Jumptatics

Jumptatics — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:57:50 +0000

There are many bounce house providers out there. If you rent a bounce house, I recommend a company that participates in SIOTO (Safe Inflatable Operators Training organization) like http://jumptastics.com.

By: D

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:39:07 +0000

Love love the idea

By: D

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:33:45 +0000

At my daughters first birthday, we didn’t refuse gifts, but only invited family who mostly brought diapers, books, and keepsakes like an engraved baby hairbrush. We did however ask all guests to bring a note and item for a time capsule box for my daughter to open on her 16th birthday. It was a hit!

On her second we did an art theme and gave framed pics she painted as favors. We also hung a large piece of art paper and asked guests to draw their own picture of her aloud with writing a note.

For her third, she wanted things for the poorer family we had adopted for Christmas. We asked her little friends and family to each bring 3 items for the local food pantry (since she was 3) instead of gifts. We matched what they collected, so many brought extra.

This year we don’t know what we’ll do, but she was invited to bring 2 duplicate books to a friends party. One for the birthday child’s library, the other for the small schools library. Another friend asked for all gifts to be dog toys and treats for the humane society instead. I love this new trend and would love more ideas.

By: Sofia

Sofia — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:23:24 +0000

Great post! Very helpful.

By: TheBargainBabe

TheBargainBabe — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 03:29:13 +0000

For sure you gotta read the book “If you give a pig a pancake”! A copy of the book for each guest could even be the party favor.
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By: Year Old Birthday Party Ideas

Year Old Birthday Party Ideas — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:55:48 +0000

I thought of this blog post that I’ve bookmarked. Even though it’s about Christmas gifts, there are good ideas on how to simplify and get rid of excess.

By: Kimberley

Kimberley — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 19:35:43 +0000

On that same idea, I’m forgoing party favors. I will send each child w/ a bundle of balloons that were decorations for the party and have a little card attached explaining we are trying to teach our children it is better to give than receive and trying to avoid consumerism. As his party theme is construction, we will make a donation to Habitat for Humanity. I’m also asking guests not to bring gifts.
Please tell me if you think this is a BAD idea…

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