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How to throw an Alice in Wonderland party
From the absurd to the ludicrous, so much from Alice in Wonderland can be incorporated into your child's birthday party.
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Party Preparation
Party games for rainy days!
You can choose the food, the friends, the venue and the decorations - but no matter how much effort you put into planning your child’s birthday party, the one thing that you cannot control is the weather.
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Is this the most unusual kids' party theme ever?
One mum took her daughter's love for a certain bulk discount store to a whole other level.
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Cool cooking party ideas for kids
Party ideas for your junior Masterchef, complete with cupcakes, pizza and games.
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Pharmacist mum raises eyebrows over son's birthday treat to class
A group of Year Three students at a South Dakota primary school received prescription pill bottles filled with M&M;'s - and parents aren't impressed.
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The galaxy cake that's out of this world
Need an idea for a space-themed birthday party? Have a look at this cake.
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26 fun Lego party ideas
Got a Lego fan in the house and a party to plan? Here are 26 fun and easy party ideas for games and decorations to create an amazing Lego-themed celebration.
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Girl, 10, moves party to nursing home so her grandma doesn't miss out
When 10-year-old Ellie Bosher realised her beloved grandmother wouldn't be able to make her birthday party, the little girl was so upset she wanted to cancel.
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Mum told to buy 'replacement gift' for birthday boy
When I was a kid, parties were simple. We played musical chairs and pass the parcel, then ate birthday cake.
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Should parents be "fined" if their child is a party no-show?
If you've ever hosted a children's birthday party, you'll know the stress that comes with chasing RSVPs from busy parents.
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Mexican Chicken Bowls
You can't go wrong with Mexican Rice and crumbed chicken.
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New Year’s Mexican Feasting Plate
Make an impressive feasting plate for New Year's Eve.
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New Year’s Eve Fortune Cookies
Serve these sparkly treats alongside dessert at your New Year's Eve party.
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