Trains Party Planning Childrens Party Themes Birthday Party Train Theme
Whether it is Thomas, The Little Engine that could or any other lovable locomotive locomotion commotion Trains are a fun and easy theme for a birthday party. Engineer the perfect party with these essential tips.
The Invitations
Getting the word out is essential to party successEvite.comhas some great paperless options for invitations. Add a personal touch with a photo of your little cutie with this charming invitation fromTinyprints.com. To make some handcrafted invitations try these delightful images fromspoutonline.comandthomasandfriends.comfor an inexpensive interactive way to create invitations for friends.
The Cake
The do it yourself cake baker will love thisCake Pan. This fabulous cake pan has individual pieces for each guest. Other fun ideas for guests to be chew-chewing on is theChoo-Choo Train Set Pan. If it’s Thomas the Train that your child loves thisCake kitis just the ticket. When home made and kid created is the way to go try this recipe fromsproutonline.com.
When purchasing the cake consult with the baker two weeks in advance of the party with a minimum lead time of 3 days to be sure your cake comes into the station on time.
The Food
Small Gouda cheese wheels and crackers can create a fun train themed treat. As can thesetrain lollipops. Use this greatshaped cookie cutterto create steam engine shaped sandwiches, cookies and crisp rice treats. Pretzel sticks can become tracks for various train shaped snacks. This handymoldcan be great for chocolate or try different gelatin flavors for a fabulous giggly gelatin train.
The Location
Make a treasured memory and take the party on location to a Railroad park or museum. A park that has train rides will provide amusement for all ages. Older children may enjoy an impressive trip to any of the various Rail Museums throughout the country you can find one near you atRailMuseums.com.
The Decorations
For a one stop shop try Oriental Trading Company’sThemed Party Packwhich includes many of the party essentials for 8 guests.Trainparty.comoffers a great selection of many train themed décor choices and information aboutrentalsin several areas. Party City gas severalrailroad itemsthat will keep you on track to the perfect party presentation!
The Favors
For an unforgettable favor presentation purchasetrain whistle, perhaps a mix CD of your child’s favorite railway related tunes could add a special pizzazz that will get rave reviews from your guests. Printable coloring sheets can be rolled up and wrapped with ribbon. Older children may enjoy puzzles, crosswords or word finds with a train related theme. Several free printable sheets are available online.
Birthdayinabox.comhas a fantastic ready made gift box perfect for any train themed birthday party.
A fun filled birthday party is just around the bend. You’ll be on the right track with these easy tips for a Train themed birthday party everyone will enjoy.
