Earth Friendly Birthdays!

Some quick Earth Friendly tips for your next birthday party!

Zoo Bouncehouse - Party Jumpers

Consider having an "Earth Party" themed birthday too!  Check out our Lorax Themed Pinterest page  or more Earth Themed party ideas here !

1 - Email invites or use a service like Evite - easy, cheap, and no paper/mailing involved!

2 - Consider corn starch based plates, reusable utensils, and reusable serving pieces.

3 - Say No! to plastic tablecloths - rent or buy cloth ones!

4 - wrap presents (both for the birthday kid and party favors alike) in recycled paper!  Check out how to make your own wrapping paper here!

5 - Incorporate an earth friendly theme into the party!

6 - rent or borrow party decorations, activities, plates and more!  

Jungle Themed Table

Buggy about Birthdays!

If your kid is buggy about insects like my youngest, they will appreciate some of the adorable ideas on our Pinterest board, http://www.pinterest.com/partyjumpers/insect-party/

From Dirt Cakes, fun decoration ideas (think WINGS), caterpillar sub sandwiches and nets for favors - you'll be whipping up a party that will make moms wonder "How DOES she do it!" in no time!  Just add an awesome inflatable and you'll have the best party yet!

Have another theme in mind - from pirates to princesses and everywhere in between - we do parties! Free party planning ideas for our friends in the Sarasota and Bradenton areas!  Call Michelle  (941) 343-0370!

Painting Parties! Make a Splash!

Painting parties are ALL the rage these days!  I'm the least creative person you will ever meet - and even I can create a masterpiece with some careful guidance!  Why not use this fun theme for your next kids birthday party?  I've whipped up a great Pinterest Board where you can visualize how easy this can be to pull off but here's some handy tips!

*Those Dollar Store kids paint boxes can make Adorable invitations! Just print out all your party information and paste directly on the box!  Kids will love them and they make for an easy, fun and cheap invitation idea!

Cute and inexpensive craft idea!

*A large paint pallet makes makes a wonderful tray for multi colored cupcakes! You can do this and save money!

*Spray paint an old large picture frame and hang it so you can take pictures of the guests standing behind it! Makes for a great memory board for your kid - and also great for thank you notes!

*You can get the cutest little easels at Joannes (and I'm sure Michaels)!  Don't forget to download their apps to your phone for coupons!

*With all the money you save, add a dunk tank - bouncehouse - or obstacle course from Party Jumpers! Best Birthdays Ever!  Happy Planning and if you would like me to whip up a different themed Pinterest board for your next party - just email me at fun@partyjumpersinc.com!

Make a SPLASH with a Dunk Tank!

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!

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!

New Party Trend Alert!

I'm always looking for fresh and fun ideas for parties - it's my favorite party of my job!

Feeling a little obsessed lately with the whole "bunting" idea!  I think I might just bunt everything in the house -  including the dog.  It "takes the cake" (pardon the pun) in terms of easy and inexpensive party ideas trending right now!  So many fun ideas on Pinterest and elsewhere - free printables and such - it would be easy for even a klutz like me to pull this off!  Now feeling crafty (or just completely overwhelmed?) - not a problem.... Etsy has a ton of options for cute, customizable buntings for your next special event.   Too many adorable options to post here - so I whipped up a Pinterest page of my own for your reference.  Love how you can use this for cupcakes, cake pops, flans, pies or just good ol' fashion cakes! Think birthday, baby or bridal shower, holiday, or any day you want to say "I love you" just a little bit louder!  Having a Party? Just add an inflatable from Party Jumpers - and instant success! (Shameless plug alert!) Have a wonderful day!

FUN Ideas!

I LOVE this super cute little idea from Pinterest!  We'll be making this craft with my kids for sure this summer!  Hand paint the pots, and use mini cupcakes decorated like roses - the perfect get-well-soon gift, or anytime you want to make someones day!  So easy, cheap and ADORABLE! (Don't forget to download the app for Michaels or Hobby Lobby to get instant coupons on your phone!

If you have a birthday or other family event coming up in your family, check out Party Jumpers Pinterest page, http://www.pinterest.com/partyjumpers/ for great party themes and the hottest ideas! If you live in Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch areas - call Party Jumpers!  We Bring The Party To YOU!  (941) 343-0370 or visit us at www.partyjumpersinc.com

Kids Party Ideas for the Sarasota and Bradenton Areas!

Looking for a cool answer to a hot summer birthday?  BUBBLES! I LOVE this idea!  Foam parties are a great, fun party idea for all ages! Preschools, kids, teens and adults will get a kick out of this fun party idea - perfect for birthdays, graduations or anytime you want to celebrate life's little moments!  My kids can't wait to have their own party!  Check out this video of our brand new Foam machine for your next event - then email me at fun@partyjumpersinc.com for information how we can bring the party to you!