Saturday, May 23, 2009

Have a Birthday Party With a Bounce House

By Makena Buckly

A bounce house is every child's favorite addition to any birthday party. Children love the bright colors, but it is the jumping that brings them the pure joy. Kids love it and they can jump for hours on end.

The bounce house is easy to install, the difficult part is choosing one. They come in so many shapes and colors. Your child will want one of each type.

A bounce house is also called a moonwalk, or a bouncy castle. They are found in commercial and residential grade. You can rent the commercial grade, which would probably be best when you are inviting a large group, but a residential grade would be a great option for a small group.



The residential bounce house is perfect for a smaller backyard. They also can fit in a large room such as a rumpus room, garage or even a basement.

The fact that a bounce house is inflatable, makes it a great choice. They are easy to set up, all you do is blow them up. Bounce houses come with their own blower. This makes them very portable.

A residential bounce house makes a great birthday present. You will be able to give your child a healthy and joyful present, but you will be also providing a great activity for the party itself.

Many of the bounce houses on the market today come with slides and obstacle courses. Some even have hoops and balls. If the weather is hot, invite the guests to come with their swim suits and provide an inflatable water slide.

Having a bounce house at the party will make your child's party one to remember! Kids love to have a good time and will remember the party where they had a good time. The memories continue after the party if you have purchased your bounce house instead of renting. Might be worth thinking of it as an investment in their health, fun and summer memories.

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Thursday, May 21, 2009

Pooh Party Items For a Tigger-Worthy Celebration

By Patti L.

Winnie the Pooh 1st birthday party goods create the ideal theme for your party. This delightful series based on the popular children's books and films will turn your child's 1st birthday party into a Tigger-worthy celebration.

You don't have to bounce off the walls like Tigger when planning your party. Just get a Winnie the Pooh Deluxe Party Pack. It's filled with all the plates, cups, napkins, cutlery, and more Winnie Pooh party goods.

For dessert let the Pooh Cake Pan provide you with the ideal platform for your creative frosting design. Draw Pooh in all his glorious colors then top your masterpiece with some Pooh candles and one of the very cool Pooh Cake Toppers.

Pooh and Tigger are best friends and it shows on the Pooh's Happy Day Mylar Balloon. Use it to decorate the party rooms around the entire house. Even Eeyore will be cheerful when he gets a look at one of these.

Check out the Pooh Airwalker Balloon, too. Pooh floats above the party making sure everyone is having a good time. For still more decorations, try some Pooh Party Wall Decorations. Hang them around the dining room, the game room, or anywhere else your guests will gather.

Once the decorations are up, it's time to prepare the Winnie the Pooh Pinata! Pooh's smiling face shows that he's ready to dispense all those goodies. A pull-string makes it easy to open without risking any nearby lamps or furniture.

Fill the pinata with Pinata Filler, featuring a variety of tasty candies, including Sweet Tarts, Bubble Gum, Smarties, Tootsies, and more. The filler package also holds several small toys, like miniature Frisbees, whistles, and others. Adults and children alike get a kick out of watching everything spill out when the guest of honor pulls the string.

Don't forget to provide your guests with Winnie the Pooh party favors in the form of a variety of lovely gifts. Or, buy pre-filled Pooh Favor Boxes that hold a Pooh bounce ball, blowout, sticker sheet, an assorted-color clay and cookie cutter.

Record all your memories of the day your little Pooh was born with a Keepsake Scroll. You choose which memories mean the most to you about that special day. This keepsake is available in 11" x 14" black wood, white wood, golden oak, or acrylic frames, or as a 7" x 9" scroll without a frame.

Your birthday party will be a memorable occasion if you let Pooh and his friends show you the way. Take some photos with a Birthday Message Camera to make sure. Let those special pre-printed text messages displayed on the pictures of your guests say "Thank You" for all the fun you had.

Make your child's first birthday party a Pooh party that everyone will think is sweet as honey. Let Winnie the Pooh party goods show you the way.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Create a Magic Party With Tinkerbell Birthday Partyware

By Patti L

Get ready to send out some Tinker Bell Invitations to your birthday party. With the help of this classic Disney character you can be sure of having the celebration of a lifetime. With all the Tinker Bell birthday party items, tinged with her magic dust you're sure everything goes perfectly.

Start the magic off right with a Tinker Bell Favor Purse. Unlike normal favor boxes, these are filled with magic. Wave the mini star wand and spread pixie dust over the party. Blow the horn with a blowout, then use some roll-on body glitter to decorate your little one. The box also includes a soft plastic ring with special powers and Tinker Bell Belt Clip with a heart-shaped locket of your favorite Disney girl.

Amplify the fun and magic with Tinker Bell Bubble Wands. These 5 3/4" long plastic wands will fill your backyard with a fairyland of bubbles that are fun to pop. Make a game to see who can create the biggest bubble, or promise a prize for the bubble that flies highest.

When it's time to take some photos of all the guests, stand them next to the Tinker Bell Standup. Pictures are great items to send with the Tinker Bell Thank You Notes, or you can just email them to all the parents. This stand up is a 3' high cardboard with a likeness of Tinker Bell looking sweet and ready for fun.

Make your little birthday girl look just like Tinker bell by dressing her in a Tinker Bell Costume for the party. She won't cause any mischief in this 2-piece costume with detachable wings. It serves well as a Halloween costume, too. Made of machine washable polyester, this lightweight costume is easy to clean and very comfortable.

Tinker Bell looks just terrific on the Cake Topper, too. Flying above a pretty flower, this decoration is so lovely you'll want to add it to your Disney collection after the party is over. The glittery clip on the underside of the topper makes it easy to attach Tinker Bell to a shelf. At 3 1/2" high and 4" wide it's the perfect completion of your stellar frosting design.

After refreshments it's time to open the Tinker Bell Pinata! At 18" high this pull-string pinata is much larger than the magic little pixie herself. No matter, she was always larger than life anyway. Fill the container with toys and candy then let your birthday guest of honor pull the magic string and watch all goodies float to Earth.

Record all your memories of the day your Tinker Bell was born with a Keepsake Scroll. You choose which events to highlight: the rush to the hospital, the movies popular at the time, the loving kindnesses from friends... whatever memories mean the most to you about that special day. This keepsake is available unframed (7" x 9") or framed (11" x 14" in black wood, white wood, oak, or acrylic).

With Tinker Bell party goods your celebration will surely be magic.

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Monday, May 18, 2009

Handy Manny Birthday Party Goods to Celebrate Your Little Boy's Birthday

By Patti L.

Handy Manny is the man to fix anything, including your birthday party. He has a whole range of Handy Manny birthday party goods to make your celebration work perfectly. His smile makes work look like fun. The No. 1 repairman from Sheetrock Hills will never let you down.

Let Handy Manny prove to you by selecting a Deluxe Party Pack. It includes all the dinner plates, cups, forks, spoons, and other Handy Manny party supplies you need. Hang the Mylar balloon and crepe paper from the ceiling. Then use the curling ribbon included in the package to decorate the table, covered with a themed tablecloth. Now light the candles on the cake and get ready to toss some confetti.

Give each guest a Favor Box filled with all kinds of cool Handy Manny goodies. The box features several well-known Handy Manny characters. Each one holds a sticker sheet, cool paper glasses, and an activity book with crayons. Kids will love the dump truck and want to take it home for a keepsake.

Give your birthday boy a memory to keep with his very own Handy Manny Kids Costume. This official Disney creation includes a cap and jumpsuit that turns your child into Handy Manny himself. Made of machine washable polyester, it's safe and comfortable in any weather. It also includes a trusty tool belt.

Fill the tool belt by selecting a Candy Tool Set. The hammer, saw, screwdriver, and pliers all come filled with colorful, soft, chewy tarts. The tools are easy to open and easy to refill and they look great hanging on a tool belt. They're 5 - 7 1/2 inches long and made of safe, sturdy plastic so you never have to worry about 'industrial accidents'.

When it's time for cake you can wow everyone if you let Handy Manny help. Your "brick wall" frosting design will look perfect if you top it off with a Handy Manny Cake Topper. Manny is 3 1/2" high and ready to work as he stands atop a black plastic stand. His friends and trusty toolkit stand by, ready to help with anything.

When you are ready for party games supply each partygoer with a Construction Party Hard Hat. That will put them in the mood to be part of a wrecking crew. Make sure everyone stays on the job by giving each guest a Fire Hydrant Cup filled with some tasty juice. They hold 13 fl oz and make great keepsakes for everyone who worked so hard to make your birthday party 'project' great fun.

Express the theme of your celebration with a Personalized Banner. You and your birthday boy can choose the text to greet all those guests who will come running at the sound of the factory horn!

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Friday, May 15, 2009

LadyBugs Party Items to Celebrate Your Little Ladybug Girl

By Patti L.

Ladybug party supplies help you create the best celebration possible. These nature-themed party supplies are colorful and Oh-So-Sweet, turning your little girl's party from ordinary to extraordinary.

Dress your little one in a LadyBug T-shirt then get ready for the sweetest party ever. You can give her, and all the guests, a LadyBug Tiara, too. Made of foil and card-stock paper it's perfectly safe and cute as a bug. For older girls, or busy moms, you can hand out a few LadyBug Lip Gloss Keychains. They make great prizes for games or just as a gift to say "Thanks for coming".

Naturally, you'll want to decorate the party room in LadyBug style. Fortunately, that's easy, thanks to the LadyBug Deluxe Party Pack. Not only does it hold all the plates, cups, and so forth you need for refreshments, but it also holds a charming Mylar balloon, plenty of blow-up balloons, curling ribbon, crepe paper, and more. Your home will look like a wonderful nature garden!

To serve those refreshments make sure you have a LadyBug Bib on hand for your little guest of honor. Then place a lovely little LadyBug Food Pick in each cupcake and watch the smiles break out. They also make great keepsakes to take home after the party. Give everyone an Oh So Sweet Cone Hat and the smiles will get even bigger on the faces of all the parents!

After cake and juice you can play some party games. For prizes you can always hand out a LadyBug Bean Bag. These cuddly little creatures will look great on the toy shelf at home.

Now it's time to open the LadyBug Pinata! Fill it with tasty treats and lots of toys for all the little creatures at your birthday party. Featuring that smiling face your little ones have come to know and love, the pinata delivers a ton of love at every party. Just pull the string and watch all the goodies fall to Earth.

LadyBug has several terrific toys you can use as filler. Mini Pinwheels are a favorite. These 6 3/4" toys are colorful and sturdy, yet made of completely safe plastic. Select a variety of Wind-Up Butterflies, as well. The wings flap as the cute little toys roll along. Be sure to order several Mini Candy Gumball Machines so each guest can take one home. Twist the knob and candies with all the colors of the rainbow come flowing out.

After the games are over supply each guest with a LadyBug Favor Box. Each one includes a notepad, sticker sheet, and blowout, along with a 4 3/4" plush toy. Also includes a mirror and brush set. Parents always appreciate these delightful gifts, which will be used long after the party is over, as well.

Make the birthday party a memorable occasion using a Birthday Message Camera. Pre-printed text messages appear on the developed photos that are a great way to say "Thank you for all the fun you brought". You'll have fun, too, snapping the pictures. Hand a few out so the other parents can catch all those special moments too.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Galaxy Fun With Ben Ten Party Supplies

By Patti L.

Enter the alien world of Ben 10 with Ben 10 birthday party goods. The Alien Force will save your event from being dull and launch your guests into a whole new universe of fun. As your little Ben zooms along on his sky skateboard you can be preparing for the celebration of the century.

Send out some Ben 10: Alien Force Invitations and space travelers from all over the solar system will rush to your party. Be prepared to supply each one with an Alien Force Mask. Then give each one a washable tattoo of their favorite character to match. Each sheet includes dozens of tattoos filled with Ben 10 heroes.

Keep the heroes and villains happy with a Favor Box. The boxes hold all the space goodies you'll need for every boy and girl. The disc launcher is a must for protection against an enemy. The laser spinner keeps bad guys subdued. Let them try to solve the mystery of the glow putty egg. With the notepad and crayons in the box each guest can take turns trying to guess its powers. The first one to guess gets a special prize.

Now bring out your masterpiece: the space dessert topped with a Ben 10 Cake Topper. Let the birthday boy push the button to make Ben's arm move as he presses the Omnitrix on his wrist. This action hero is 3" high and makes for a great keepsake for your young one after the party is over. The guests will go into outer space when they see the 3 aliens alongside.

After refreshments hand out some Ben 10: Alien Force Coloring Activity Books With Crayons. At 90 pages, the partygoers will never run out of fun things to do. Include some Sticker Sheets and your birthday guests are ready for endless adventure. Filled with all the Ben 10 characters they know and love, this quiet time will give you a chance to prepare for the games.

For even more fun, get a few Green Barrels-o-Slime. Kids love this green gel and you'll love it because it doesn't stick or stain.

After the games you can serve refreshments. The Ben 10 Deluxe Party Pack holds all the plates, cups, napkins, and forks you'll need. It also includes a Mylar balloon, several black balloons, crepe paper, and more Ben 10 birthday party supplies to decorate the dining area and game room.

When it comes time to open the Yellow Star Pinata, make sure your birthday boy is dressed in a Ben 10 Costume. He'll acquire the power to change into any of 10 different alien heroes when he puts on the shirt, pants, and Omnitrix wristband. Made of polyester, it's machine washable and makes for a great Halloween costume, too.

After the guests go home you can express your appreciation for all the gifts and fun with Ben 10: Alien Force Thank You Notes. Then zoom off to your next adventure.

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Friday, May 8, 2009

Planning Kids Birthday Parties

By S. Miller

Do you need a little push to help you come up with some kids party ideas? Brainstorming for children's party ideas can be a challenge for many of us, because it really requires that we think more like a kid ourselves. It's not an easy thing for some of us, and keeping a budget in mind makes it even more difficult to come up with feasible kids' party ideas.

Don't go crazy coming up with kids party ideas, but you do need inspiration. Usually, the best party items can be found around the house.

The easiest party ideas are old reliable games like hide and seek or musical chairs. They may seem worn out to you, but they look like great fun in the eyes of a child.

As far as a theme, it's best to first ask your kids first; they should have a say if they are old enough. If you need to keep things on the cheap, don't be afraid to bargain hunt and re-use everyday items. For example, if your party theme is a circus, maybe you could use cardboard and paint to make a giant elephant costume for dad!

Looking for favors and craft materials for your kid's party is simple on the internet. You'll find a whole new world of amazing party supplies just waiting for you, including cups and plates, napkins, balloons, and much, much more. It's affordable and fun and lets you spend more time thinking up great party ideas!

In general, when it comes to kids party ideas, you want to choose your battles wisely. Don't stress over making everything unique and creative. You can save time with a few easier, more traditional kids' party ideas, and then put your energy into a few things that will really make the party fun and memorable for your kid and their guests.

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Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Construction Pals First Birthday Party Supplies For Your Little Construction Worker

By Patti L.

Construction Pals is the perfect birthday theme whether your child is one, five, or anything in between. With a complete line of Construction Pals first birthday party goods, your child's birthday planning 'project' will be a great success.

Send out some Construction Pals invitations. They come in a handy Deluxe Party Pack that also includes plates, forks, and cups to serve refreshments for all the guests who attend. Kids will love the activity mats, too, that will amuse them while they wait for cake and juice.

Decorate your party room with items from the Deluxe Pack, as well. A giant Mylar balloon sails over the table above the themed tablecover. In the middle, right next to the cake, is a stellar centerpiece to set the fun mood. With candles, two colors of curling ribbon and crepe paper, and lots more, your decorating chores are easy. Everything you need is in one low-cost package.

Go beyond your dining area and decorate the entire home. It's easy! Select a Construction Pals Personalized Banner and choose your own text. Choose a simple and clear "Happy Birthday!" or tailor your message to something unique for that special day. Think of something that will really put your partygoers in the party mood.

Arrange some removable wall decorations to turn your birthday party into a construction zone. They're easy to clean up after the "project" is finished because they don't stick permanently and won't stain your walls. Next, rope off a few "No Go" areas with some Kids Zone Tape. Use it in front of bedroom doorways, around the pool, or anywhere.

Add a set of 7" traffic signs and direct the 'pedestrians' exactly where you want them to go. Add a set of Flashing Safety Lights and a few 5" Construction Cones and you are ready for anything.

Once your guests arrive you can hand out some Construction Pals Cone Hats. They're lightweight and look so silly parents will laugh their heads off. These are some great photo opportunities using the Birthday Message camera. Pre-loaded with film, each picture features a text message printed on the image when they're developed.

Hand out a Construction Pals Favor Box to each child and watch their expressions. These boxes hold a fun sticker sheet, a blowout to make some party noise, and an activity book with crayons. Kids will love the little toy dump truck included, a great keepsake to take home after the party is over.

Now get ready to open the Bulldozer Pinata! This 18 1/2" behemoth will hold a gravel pit full of goodies. Just insert them through the secret sticker. Then, attach an optional Pull-String Pinata Kit that offers 20 strings so each guest can participate in the big event. It releases the trap door and out spill all the toys and candy.

Be sure to fill it with some Candy-Filled Tool Sets. They include a hammer, saw, screwdriver, and pliers full of tasty treats. These soft, chewy tarts are a favorite of kids.

There is a complete line of Construction Pals party items that will transform your event from a dull chore to an exciting adventure.

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Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Celebrate Your Little Pet Lover With Littlest Pet Shop Birthday Partyware

By Patti L.

Stu, Chloe, Viv, Chet, and Squeaks... and all their friends in the Littlest Pet Shop are ready to party! Birthday party, that is. Your little one will be, too, when you deck the house out with all the sweet Littlest Pet Shop birthday supplies.

Set the table with a Littlest Pet Shop Tablecover, decorated with images of all those great characters. It makes for just the right atmosphere, right off the bat. Then get set for a good time.

Complete the table by using the items you'll find in the Littlest Pet Shop Deluxe Pack. There's a terrific centerpiece that features all the wide-eyed cartoon characters. And, the box holds plenty of plates, cups, and napkins. Then scatter around the Mylar balloons, also included in the pack, and you're ready to go.

When everyone sits down to eat cake, they'll appreciate having a Cone Hat, too. Every child will join in the fun if they have a Squeaks blowout that gives out a cheer every time they puff into it. Don't forget to decorate the cake with the Littlest Pet Shop Cake Topper. Featuring those fun creatures in their little baskets, it makes for a great toy on the child's shelf after the party.

Be prepared to record all the smiles you'll see with a Birthday Message Camera. It comes pre-loaded with 35mm film and houses its own in-built flash. You never have to focus - just aim and shoot. Once the pictures are developed, each photo will display 1 of 6 special birthday messages along the bottom.

Get yourself a nice little memento, too. Get a set of Magnet Scenes. You can attach one to the refrigerator, another to the bedroom mirror. Put one in the car and be reminded of that special day everywhere you go. They're also great for holding notes.

Of course, you have to write a note to stick it somewhere, right? So, pick up a set of 4 Littlest Pet Shop Notepads and solve that problem. The clever little pads feature Squeaks and his friend the gekko. Take care, though. The birthday boy or girl might want to help you out by making all kinds of notes!

If your little writer gets a little overeager just keep them busy with a Jumbo Activity Book. This mammoth book contains almost 100 pages of puzzles, games, and coloring activities. It also comes with its own box of crayons. This set is complete and ready to use right out of the box.

Once the party is a lovely memory send out the themed Thank-You Notes to express your appreciation to your guests. Now sit back and relax as all your party supply needs are easy with Littlest Pet Shop birthday supplies.

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Monday, May 4, 2009

Thomas Birthday Partyware You Can't Do Without

By Patti L.

Thomas the Train and his friends have been a favorite of kids for years. They're always off on some adventure and they never say quit. Re-create that spirit for your boy's next birthday party with Thomas party goods. There will be smiles all around.

Start off with some great Thomas decorations. The Jumbo Singing balloon is a perfect choice. It's 31" long and plays a delightful Thomas happy birthday tune. Give it a tap and have Thomas say a special birthday greeting for all the guests.

Make your decorating chores easy by stocking up on Train Door Activity Hangers. You can cover these foam door hangers with colorful stars, letters, and train-themed signs with just a little bit of glue (part of the kit). It dries quick and you'll be ready to spread them all over the party room.

Add to the look with a set of Thomas Removable Wall Decorations. Featuring all the fun friends and the main train himself in multiple colors, they'll stick to any smooth surface. But they come off easily without staining and there's no mess to clean up afterwards.

Decorating the cake is equally easy with a Thomas & Friends Cake Topper. They are the perfect finish to the railroad yard cake design you worked so hard to create.

Be sure to let everyone know that the party is about to start as the train pulls into the station. The 5" wood whistles are a great way to do just that. Hand one out to each child and let them form a choo-choo train themselves. They'll travel right on down the track to where the goodies are.

March the kids over to the table and give them some juice from some great Thomas the Train Cups. These colorful red and yellow cabooses provide a removable top and a bendable straw, so no spills to clean up. Just make sure they don't run them off the rails...

You can prevent that if you keep the kids busy with some Thomas & Friends Sticker Activity kits. With a hundred reusable stickers and two fold-out scenes, the partygoers will be concentrating for a long time with these. They can make up stories themselves as they move Thomas around from Chicago to New York.

Of course, they need to be dressed for the occasion. The Engineer Hat and Red Bandana are ideal for that. Complete the outfit with a Thomas T-shirt featuring everyone's favorite train. Take them back to yesteryear when train engineers wore a striped hat and waved to all the wide-eyed kids as they passed by.

Complete that story with a Thomas Play Tent. It's a gigantic 52"L x 26"W x 38"H and has two flap doors and a sunroof. The children can take turns being the engineer or fireman. That will make the perfect ending to a fun Thomas the Train birthday party.

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Saturday, May 2, 2009

Mod Monkey 1st Birthday Party Items For a Howling Good Time

By Patti L.

Mod Monkey is ready to turn your birthday celebration into a great adventure. You can supply it and not drive yourself bananas in the process with some Mod Monkey party supplies. Just stock up and get ready for a party!

Start the wild time off right with a Mod Monkey Deluxe Pack. Use the included invitations to call all the other animals to your base camp. Rest assured you will be well supplied. It includes plates, cups, napkins, and lots more. Cover the table with a themed tablecover and you won't have to worry.

You can keep all the little creatures entertained with ease. Start by giving each a Mod Monkey Cone Hat, featuring the friendly face of our little hero. If you want to make sure no one swings from the chandelier just bring out the cake. Provide each partygoer with a Blowout and let them toot away as the birthday boy or girl blows out the candles.

There will be ooh, ooh, ooh sounds all around when you give them a Monkey Bean Bag. Soft and cuddly, these little dolls soothe the savage beast at any birthday party. These also make for great keepsakes long after the party is over. This 5" plush doll is the perfect party favor. You'll want one for your collection, too.

You can get this friendly little guy alone or in a Favor Box. It also includes a box of 4 crayons and coloring poster. They assemble with ease and hold lots of other goodies. You won't need a lion tamer if you're well supplied with these.

Of course, nothing quiets a hungry beast like some excellent cake. You'll find that easy to serve if you opt for some Mod Monkey Birthday Dessert Plates - colorful (and disposable!) with an image of the wild little guy himself. Be sure to have plenty of Mod Monkey Cups, too. Animals get thirsty after a good holler.

There will be plenty of shouting, too, when you announce that it's time to open the Mod Monkey Pinata! This 21" item features the wacky simian ready to dispense a ton of treasures. You could search through the darkest reaches of Africa to find everything you want to put inside. But there's no need. Order some pinata filler and you'll get all the miniature spy glasses, binoculars, tiny zoo candy, and other goodies you could wish for.

When it comes time for the birthday boy or girl to open all those great presents make sure you're ready to snap some photos. Get a Message Camera that comes pre-loaded with 35mm film with its own built-in flash. When the photos are developed 1 of 6 birthday messages is printed along the bottom. After the party send one of the pictures with a Mod Monkey Thank You Note to everyone who came.

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