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Top Party Themes for 2019
With 2018 being heavily populated with unicorns, flamingos and superheroes - what does 2019 have in store for us? This is our run down of what we think kids will be going mad for this year. Mermaids Already making waves last year we think mermaid parties will continue in popularity. We love going to town on all the pastel shades and iridescent party accessories. Now you can even hire a real mermaid for your event who... read more »
Who Lives on Partycloud?
Our promise to recommend Amazing Parties in your area is one we take very seriously! As parents we know how hard it can be to fit everything into those manic 2 hours of a party, so come and say hello to some of our brilliant businesses who would love to be a part of your special occasion..... The Crafty Chocolatier For guaranteed happy faces, why not combine Chocolate and Parties? Situated in her beautiful wooden Snug,... read more »
Best Advent Calendar Ideas!
Tis the season to choose your advent calendar and we are well and truly spoilt for choice as there are so many different ones available! We've listed our favourites for you to choose from! Creative Jewellery Making Advent Calendar, £29.99 For those who love getting crafty, this gorgeous advent calendar from Waterfall Beads is a must! Each of the 24 windows has a fabulously sparkly jewellery making kit or charms to add to jewellery. Your creations... read more »
Our New Home!
We’ve finally done it! Welcome to the launch of our gorgeous new website, we hope you love it as much as we do! Created by Chichester based ‘Access By Design’, we have so enjoyed working with Clive and Polly, who now feel more like friends to us. Polly got our vision from the start and as a fellow mum she knew exactly what we wanted. They promised us something we would be... read more »
Get Your Business Seen!
Have you sent out a Facebook post on your business page this week and wondered how (with so many followers) only a few people have responded to it? How can our own friends and family react to posts about cats skiing down a mountain yet not support us with a reaction or nice comment? Before you start to wonder if you need some more friends, it isn’t always the way it appears! As we all... read more »
Cakes Galore!
As a nation we are obsessed with cake, in fact afternoon tea and cake is one of our most loved traditions. You only have to look at the viewing figures for The Great British Bake Off and other such cake based shows to prove it! Despite the popularity of these shows only a tiny 8% of parents make a cake for their children’s party! The cake now takes centre stage at a celebration and some... read more »
Baby Shower Fever
Here at partycloud we love this time of year for baby showers! You can’t beat warm sunny afternoon teas in beautiful surroundings with close friends and family. For those expectant mums lucky to be having summer babies, or if you have been appointed to be the organiser, we have a simple guide on making your baby shower the one to be remembered! Venues The setting for your summer shower is one of the most important decisions... read more »
Partycloud's Networking Breakfast June 2018
At partycloud we feel it is really important that we are not just a directory but that we are providing a service to our partners and that’s why we are passionate about getting together on a regular basis to build that community spirit. We have committed to host a quarterly event free of charge to partycloud partners and we think networking this way is especially effective as everyone is in the party business so... read more »
Eco-Warrior Parties – Hold a Green Themed Party!
At partycloud we love a good themed party, and what better theme could you come up with than an eco-warrior party? We all recognise the need to do more for the planet and the importance of teaching children to care for the environment. If you can make it fun for them, they may want to be superhero eco-warriors all the time! So, when you’re planning your party, you may want to sit down with your children... read more »
Planning a Pamper Party?
Pamper parties are big news not just for teens but for girls of all ages. So if you have a mini me who loves to get glammed up, why not treat her and her best friends to a pamper party. Many salons offer a pamper party experience which can include mini manicures and pedicures, face packs, temporary glitter tattoos and even hair and make-up. Most places will also provide the refreshments and music so all you... read more »
Top Party Themes For 2018
Mermaid Party We predict that mermaids are going to be a big theme for 2018, so be the first parent amongst your friends to start the trend! There are many ways to incorporate a mermaid into a party, why not hire a swimming pool venue and watch the mermaids come to life, or hire 'on land'' mermaid entertainers to... read more »
Perfect Party Bags
Until I had children of my own I had forgotten the impact of the great party classic – the party bag! One year I remember coming to the end of my son’s party, slightly dishevelled and looking forward to a sit down when my husband suddenly shouted “Don’t forget the party bags!” to which a stampede of 3-year olds charged towards him to collect their treasure disguised in cheap carrier bags. Their faces lit... read more »