The Invitations

The first birthday for a child can be one of the most notable in their lives. Parents want to mark this special occasion with a birthday party for family and friends, but it can be a challenge trying to narrow down a theme to just one idea. Not only is a Winter Onederland First Birthday highly pertinent to your child’s age, but there are many fun ways you can celebrate.


Party invitations are an essential part of your party planning toolkit. If your child was born during one of the four winter months, a Winter Onederland theme full of snowflakes, snow-covered trees, and sparkles is a fun way to get guests to stop and have a closer look at what’s arrived in the mail.

 

If your child is turning one, you’ll want to keep one of the invitations for their first birthday party photo album.

Decoration Ideas

There are many fun and exciting ways to decorate your party space. Blue and white, or mint green and white are fun colours for a winter theme. You can always raid the holiday decorations box and string lights around the room. Ornaments in the shapes of snowflakes or icicles can be hung from streamers.

Games/Activities

Games and activities will keep the children occupied before and after the food and cake is served. The winter games can revolve around simple competitions. A ring toss can be played for prizes.


A fishing game could also be set up where the kids must fish for prizes from the fishing hole.

 

Children can make snowflakes out of folded paper. They can use special sparkle pens to add decoration.

The Food

Party food can focus on what people might eat in the winter. Fish and chips may be a good option for young finicky eaters.

 

Cupcakes can be decorated with silver and white sparkles. The cupcakes may be arranged in the shape of a large snowflake on a big platter, or stacked up on a tiered treat holder.

Party Favors

Party favors are usually handed out near the end of the party. You can find iridescent cello bags and fill them up with small toys and treats, then tie with a white ribbon.

 

Many people also like to set up a party favor station, and let people choose what treats and favors they’d like to place in their bags to take home.

Sending Out Thank Yous

Your child is going to be receiving many birthday gifts at their party. Often there may not be time at the party to open a gift, then thank each giver. Buying a set of thank you notes and then mailing them out after a party will ensure that you give everyone a proper thank you. You can even include at photo from the event.

 

A Winter Onederland First Birthday party is going to be exciting for new parents. Make a list of things to do, and don’t forget to order your party stationery in advance!