Neighborhood Party! Backyard Bash!

Booked an awesome waterslide this morning for a "Neighborhood Get Together" - I love this idea! Everyone got together - pitched in and are having a wonderful party this weekend!  I love my neighbors - so this idea is the bomb.  Doing a little research on one for our own neighborhood! Wouldn't it be AWESOME if everytime a new neighbor moved in you had a "Welcome Party"?

Dunk Tank & Obstacle Course

I've made up a Pinterest Board if you are a visual person - or try some of these ideas!

I was SURPRISED to see how INVOLVED online suggestions were in planning a block party!  It's not that complicated!  First...

*get a couple of neighbors to help you plan! V.P. of Invites - of Food - Of Entertainment!
*set a date/location/time - and theme if you want to get that involved - how about a movie night?  Don't    make it too complicated - it will scare people away! (If I have to bake cookies - I'm OUT!)
*Do you need a permit (ewwww!) but you might - especially if you are having it on the street!
*Invites - The cutest (and cheapest ones I saw on Pinterest where printed on paper plates!) Get creative!
*Food/Entertainment - Cookout? Pot Luck? Games? Inflatables?
*Consider printing fun name tags for everyone!
*Think about the age ranges - you will want to make everyone feel welcome!
*Maybe invite the local ice cream truck? Think about who in your neighborhood might own a company that can get involved (how awkward would it be to order pizza of Dominos when three doors down they own "Frankie's Pizza"!

Carnival Games

Foam Parties are fun for all ages!

If you are thinking about adding some inflatable fun, concessions, tables and chairs, Invite Party Jumpers!  We Bring The Party in the Sarasota and Bradenton Areas!

Reptile Party! Hop, Crawl or Slither on over!

My youngest daughter is CRAZY for snakes, so the perfect theme for her next birthday party would be a Reptile themed party.  Fits all the criteria for a great party:  gender neutral - easy to plan - cute, and they might even learn something!  I've collected some great ideas on our Pinterest page - so check those out!  I love all the options on Etsy and similar sites where you can (inexpensively) download files for things like invitations, table signs and the like.  For food, we've served "Snake" subs before (the picture is actually from a Jungle themed party - but for your reference!) They were *a Big hit *Easy and Inexpensive!  

Cake can simple - tiny plastic reptiles adorning cupcakes for the easiest route! You can get crazy (I did Pin one OVER THE TOP cake on my board because it was literally a work of art - but there are also many cute and doable D.I.Y. options! Activities? Well - that's easy! Call Party Jumpers (941) 343-0370 in the Sarasota and Bradenton areas - We can really get the party hopping! Bouncehouses, waterslides, obstacles courses and concessions.  We'll even bring the tables and chairs!  Already had the party? Share your pictures with us on my Facebook page and you might win a Free Bouncehouse Rental!

Lorax Party - Unless

So I was out driving the other day, and came across this tree stump in my travels...100% reminded me of the Lorax, and inspired a Pinterest Party theme.  What better way to introduce (or remind) kids of the importance of caring for our Earth than at a fun party? A Lorax themed party would be great for boys and girls alike - and cover several age groups!  I love the idea of using seed packages for invitations! Turns out that cotton candy makes for AWESOME truffala trees - check out all the cute pictures on our Pinterest page, then call me at Party Jumpers - (941) 343-0370 and I'll reserve an awesome waterslide, bouncehouse or dry slide along with the cotton candy machine - instant party! Happy Planning and love! Michelle

Construction Themed Party!

Feeling sentimental this morning!  Just bought my son's High School uniform - where does the time go? How can he possibly be going to high school already???

Remembering his first birthday like yesterday.  He was obsessed with trucks - especially dump trucks - so naturally we had a "Construction Party"!  It was so simple - but just so perfect.  Yellow construction hats for everyone (one of my friends "customized" them with name of the guests!).  I made a big sheet cake, put candy that looked like boulders on it with (new) little construction vehicles on it! Don't forget the smash cake!

Today I updated my Pinterest page board for the Construction Birthday Party - we've come a long way baby! We didn't have a cool bouncehouse business then to really jump up the fun! I would have added our awesome obstacle course for sure!  Find some fabulous ideas on how to throw an amazing birthday party for your little builder - take a ton of pictures and send post some to Party Jumpers Facebook page!  We starting a monthly contest for the best birthday party pictures!

Sending lots of love and hope you have a wonderful time planning!

Last Minute Birthday Parties....(Life Hacks for Moms)

It's Summer! You're juggling the kids being home (and trying to keep them occupied) with a million other things...work...the house...all the things that keep your day hectic.  Then you realize one of the kid's birthdays is .... OMG....next week! What to do???

Time gets away from all of us - especially in the summer when our schedules are often chaotic!  Here's some handy Mom hacks for last minute parties!

1) Think Theme....what's little Johnny really into these days? Check Pinterest for party ideas (I'd put a time limit on this if I were you - can you can spend all day on Pinterest if you aren't careful)

2) Invites - NO time for that!  Use an online service (like Evites) to get the word out FAST! Think the 3 F's...Fun - Fast - and FREE!

3) Food - Think easy...yes..you can order pizzas - or a 6 foot long sub (always a fun thing!) You might need a day or two to order ahead - and Cake! There is nothing wrong with picking up a blank cake! Ask them to write on it "Happy Birthday Johnny".  If you have a theme (let's say Legos is your theme), grab some little Lego dudes to stick on the cake - and VOILA' - instant custom!

4) Don't rule out last minute reservations for party rental companies!  I know that I often will discount things at the last minute if they are not already reserved.  Yes, you might not get your 1st choice, but you MAY, and you may even get it cheaper than if you were prepared!)

5) Dollar Store is my best friend for last minute, cheap decorations! In and out in 10 minutes or less! Plates, napkins, utensils, decorations and balloons - instant party!

Then sit back and breath - you can do this!  Last minute birthday parties can be a snap with a little imagination!  Check out my Pinterest page - you'll find tons of board with different party themes!  I try to include invitation, cake, food, decoration and entertainment ideas for each of the themes.  Then call me at Party Jumpers - (941) 343-0370 - and I'll help you pull this off!

How about A Rio Themed Birthday Party!

Cute idea for a birthday! Gender neutral! Easy Setup! Colorful and Fun! Think authentic South American foods - bright colors!  Add a Jungle themed bouncehouse or our Amazing Jungle Waterslide and you've got yourself an AWESOME party! Call Party Jumpers - We Bring The Party! (941) 343-0370 www.partyjumpersinc.com #waterslide #bouncehouse #sarasota #bradenton #lakewoodranch #birthday #party #kids

Check out this theme and more ideas on our Pinterest Page

Our 18' foot Wet OR Dry Slide

Our 45' Massive Jungle Slide with Slip-n-Slide

It's a Jungle out there! Order a Bouncehouse

Foam parties - your next party is your BEST party!

Make A SPLASH with a Mermaid Birthday Party!

My oldest daughter literally cried when she figured out that MERMAID was not an achievable career goal.  Sirens from the sea have mesmerized us for centuries - and for good reason!  If your little girl dreams of life underwater as well - check out some of these party planning ideas for her next birthday! Have you seen the towels that are shaped like mermaid tails? The perfect party favor! Have a pool - how fabulous for this theme! Our Pinterest page has lots more ideas and don't forget to Like our Facebook page for discounts and up-to-the minute party ideas for the Sarasota and Bradenton areas!

Cake:  The cake is always the crowning jewel of any celebration to me - and there are some completely over the top ideas on Pinterest (check out our Pinterest page for our Mermaid party Favorites as well as many other themes here!   I like to focus on cakes that we DON'T have to spend $150 for personally - and stumbled across many super cute cake TOPPER ideas that can be found on Etsy - some are fondant and some not edible - but all are cute and will significantly cut down on your costs!

Activities: We have some wonderful ways to keep these little princesses of the sea busy!  Consider one of our fabulous waterslides or incredible foam machine (sea foam!) to make your party complete! Check them all our on our Party Jumpers site - prices listed for each slide - but our Facebook friends always get a discount!

Foam Parties are great for all ages!

The Raging River Waterslide - perfect for kids and adults!

Invitations:  If you are hand delivering - I've seen some adorable "Message in a Bottle" type invites - but that won't work if you daughter is handing them out herself!  Here's one I found online that is adorable!

Decorations: Easy!  Aqua blue and green decorations are perfect for this theme! Consider streams and balloons - they make for easy and cheap decoration ideas!  Introducing some tan (sand) color or purple works great as well!  I love these tulle table skirts - looking for LOTS of ideas? Check out our Mermaid Pinterest Page here!

Hot Birthdays Need COOL Waterslides!

Summertime birthdays require some extra consideration in Florida.  The hot sun and changing weather patterns call for some extra planning.  You may love the idea of having 18 kids running through the house, hopped up on sugar - but me - I'll have a waterslide thank you!  Kids LOVE them - and they will stay cool and occupied all day long! Remember to keep them hydrated!  Plenty of drinks (and maybe a sno cone machine) should make for your best summer birthday party ever!!!

Call Party Jumpers for your Next Best Birthday Ever! #watersliderentals #Sarasota #Bradenton #kids #birthday #party

A Very Merry UnBirthday To You!

Having a birthday on a holiday can be a bad thing - but if it is on CHRISTMAS DAY - then it can really rotten.  My second daughter has a Christmas Day birthday, which has never been that bad because at least the whole family was around for the holiday.  One year, we started having Un-Birthday Party for her! The FUNNIEST thing was the person who decorated the cake wrote "Have a Un-Happy Birthday"  INSTEAD of "Have a Happy Un-Birthday"....well...I thought it was hysterical...my daughter...not so much! We have some great Un-Birthday Ideas on our link at PINTEREST!  Or just call me at Party Jumpers and we'll bring the party!

What to do today with the kids.....

Kids bored? Cabin Fever?  Too much screen time? Check out our Pinterest page for fun, family friendly ideas in the Sarasota Bradenton area (Links Below!)

Looking to plan a party? Let us help!  Party Jumpers for your next family reunion, birthday, graduation or other fun family event! (941) 343-0370 or www.partyjumpersinc.com!

What to do with the kids!!!

Summer in Sarasota

Stuff to do with the kids!

Best Birthdays Ever!


Have a great day!

With love,

Michelle