Archive for the ‘birthday’ Category
By Mike Hamilton
The first birthday is in a lot of ways the most difficult
milestone birthday to shop for in regards to a gift. The
recipient can’t tell us what they want. The parents shrug and if
they say anything at all it will be “oh, just clothes will be
fine”. True, clothes would be appropriate and acceptable, but if
that would be the gift you wanted to give you would have no need
to read this article.
However, if you like going for something with a little style;
if you like the look everyone gives when you hit a homerun in
gift giving. This may be may be one that gets some oohs and aahs
for you.
If you have ever been involved in making a time capsule, the
concept of this gift will not be new to you. First thing you
will need is a gift basket of sorts. This can be a plastic or
rubber storage tub with a cover or a real gift basket. You will
need some type of clear sealable bags. You can also just use a
gift bag if you want and the parents can figure out how to best
store the items but if you want it to last till the child is an
adult you may want to figure out some type of storage system in
advance.
The first item you will probably want to put in there is a
newspaper from the day they were born. This should not be too
difficult if you go to your local newspaper office. If you have
thought far enough ahead and you want to you can start a year
ahead of time, on the day of birth.
You could record the local news, weather and sports on the day
of birth and burn it to a DVD or just a VHS tape. Of course the
problem here is longevity, because you want the media to last
the child into adulthood.
A magazine or two along the lines of Time or Newsweek is a
great addition. You may like to throw in some of the pop culture
magazines as well. TV Guide, Rolling Stone, People and US are
great choices. Sports Illustrated and Women’s World are good
ideas too.
You can record one network’s primetime lineup on the day of
birth, so that when the child gets older they can see what was
popular they were born.
The digital revolution has given us another way to give
something from day of the child’s birth. Walmart and several
other websites offer downloads of individual songs. You can make
a custom CD of the top 5 or 10 songs that week.
The best thing about this gift is that you can spend as much or
as little as you want and it can be extremely fun to put
together. Pictures of everything the child may wonder about from
the day are inexpensive additions.
There are dozens more items you can come up with for this
special day. The main thing is to build a time capsule of
memories and have fun.
There are more birthday resources available at unique birthday
gifts.
About the Author: The Author, Mike Hamilton, invites you to
visit his website for more unique birthday gift ideas.
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By Andrew Green
Birthdays are times of celebrations and fun, and balloons are a
popular way of commemorating this. Since the 1970’s balloons
have been a symbolic way to signalling a celebration of some
kind, whether it is wedding balloons, birthday balloons, or more
general party balloons. There are the common plain balloons,
which usually come in multicoloured variety packs, there are
special balloons with the celebrated event on it, or there are
even balloons that you can buy from card shops already inflated
with helium. The latter are made of much stronger plastic than
normal balloons, and normally stay inflated for several days.
What kind of birthday balloons you buy depends upon you needs.
Helium-inflated birthday balloons make great birthday gifts, and
even a balloon covered in childish cartoon characters can touch
the heart of a young woman (provided there is also a larger
gift, of course). These kinds of birthday balloons can be quite
expensive, though, so they are better used as individual
presents, rather than as decorations for a party. Getting a
large amount of cheaper balloons is more practical for this
purpose.
If you are planning a birthday party, birthday balloons are
always appropriate. You can tie them to wall fittings in
bunches, and hang them from the backs of chairs. Air-inflated
balloons will hang downwards from the string, so you must take
that into account when arranging them. Balloons also look great
just scattered on the floor, and if you are renting a hall, then
you should consider inflating a hundred or so, and just letting
them bob against the chair and table legs. Be careful not to
step on them, as they certainly go off with a bang!
Balloons are very versatile, as you can not only use them as
wall decorations, but they can also be filled with helium, and
used as centrepieces. A few birthday balloons attached to the
table by a weighed object makes an attractive place marker, too.
You could also try and find a balloon sculptor, who can make
balloons into useful structures, including stands. The latter is
relatively uncomplicated, involving tying two balloons together,
and then crossing two more tied balloons over the top, and so on
until you have the complete structure. A couple of columns
(probably of plain, rather than ‘happy birthday’ balloons)
either side of the door, can provide an attractive entrance to
your celebration room. For more complicated structures, such as
balloons that form an arch across the ceiling, it is probably
better to involve a professional.
Whatever function you want your balloons to serve, they
symbolise a light and festive atmosphere. Try and pick
light-coloured balloons for your decorations, unless the
guest-of-honour prefers black or dark colours; in which case,
buy your birthday balloons from a specialist source, and use
sparingly in a mix with brighter colours.
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balloons, hot air balloons, Valentine balloons, weather balloons
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Buy Them A Unique Birthday Gift Basket
By Jake Vektor
Birthday gift baskets are a personalized gift option when you
want to send a heartfelt message; instead of a ‘traditional’
gift of balloons, flowers, or a simple birthday cake, consider
some more creative options with a unique birthday basket
instead! What better way to celebrate a birthday or special
occasion than a custom-made gift basket filled with treats? No
matter what age the recipient of the gift basket for birthday
events may be, a unique creation could be just what you need to
make a lasting impression.
Birthday gift baskets can be filled with plenty of fun
surprises, treats, gourmet food, and even baked goods; instead
of traditional birthday presents such as flowers, balloons, and
other simple gifts, a basket that is made with quality products
and beautifully presented in an attractive box or fabric lined
basket can suit a variety of personalities and ages.
Consider the benefits of a Happy Birthday gift basket filled
with meaningful gifts, and designed to be color-coordinated with
the birthday party’s key themes. From cartoons to your
recipient’s favorite movie, it’s easy to find a birthday box or
basket that fits right in with the party’s main theme. Birthday
gift baskets can suit almost any occasion, and you can find a
completely unique combination with decorative touches, signature
colors, and specialty gourmet food items. Traditional birthday
gift baskets can be made with simple gifts, a card, and perhaps
a soft toy. More contemporary styles may include noise makers
and gag gifts, baked goods, and a handwritten card as a
finishing touch.
A creative birthday basket is perfect for young kids and
teenagers as well; consider sending a birthday bear and mug set,
decorated with ribbon and a hand written gift enclosure. Plush
toys are a great accompaniment to a variety of birthday gift
baskets, and can make the gift even more meaningful. For dessert
lovers and sugar fiends, a cookie or candy bouquet is another
trend in today’s popular birthday gift baskets. These are sure
to brighten up anyone’s day, full of tasty treats in a variety
of colors and designs. Hand-decorated cookies and other baked
goods are a wonderful way to enjoy a birthday event or get
together; imagine their surprise after receiving this
exceptionally unique gift that can be shared with the entire
group!
If someone is sick or ill over their birthday, why not send
them a birthday care package instead? A birthday care package
that includes their favorite candy, snacks, and other treats,
could be just what they need to brighten up their day. Along
with miniature balloons and a plush toy, it’s a ‘Happy Birthday’
gift basket they’re sure to remember for years to come!
Celebrating an ‘Over the Hill’ birthday? You’ll find a variety
of humorous birthday gift baskets stocked with toys, cards, and
fun anecdotes to commemorate the event.
Children and adults alike are sure to delight in some of
today’s creative and fun birthday gift baskets; they are ideal
gifts when celebrating a ‘tween’ birthday or just sending get
well wishes for someone who can’t celebrate as usual! A gift
basket for birthday celebrations that is filled with the
recipient’s favorite foods, snacks, and treats can be the
perfect gift to make a lasting impression.
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