Planning a Transformers Theme Birthday Party

"Their war. Our world" from the Transformers is a phrase that is known to people all over the world due to the enormous popularity of the franchise. Transformers are one of this year's hottest themes for birthday parties for all ages. Planning a birthday party around this popular theme is simple with these helpful suggestions. It will definitely be a party in which everyone has a great time and never forgets at the same time.

Invitations
Invitations are the first sign of what your child's party is going to look like. They need to be cool but informational at the same time. Now, homemade invitations are the best because they are unique and a great way to spend time together with your child. But for busy parents, Uprintinvitations.com is a great answer. They have a Transformers Optimus Prime Invitation and a Transformers Bumblebee Invitation available. They cost $20 for 20 invitations (not including envelopes) and can be picked up at your local Wal-Mart photo center the next day. Even better, they can be customized to fit your child's party. Wal-Mart has lots of white envelopes to buy for the invitations if you are in a rush. If you want a different color though, you will need to look around at local stationery stores to see what is available.

Decorations
Now, you will need to get lots of streamers and balloons in orange, blue, and yellow to fit your theme. These types of items can be found at your local Wal-Mart or party supply store. Now, for the specialty items such as masks, banners, and party hats, you will need to see if any of your local stores carry these items. If not, then AllAboardToys.com's Party Decorations section can help you out. They have foil balloons, party hats, masks, banners, and more. If you spend $65 or more, they give you free shipping.

Supplies
Now, you will definitely need plates, spoons, forks, cups, knives, etc. to make your party a success. The forks, spoons, knives, and straws must be in orange, blue, or yellow for the Transformers theme. The cups, napkins, bowls, and plates will definitely need to be character-oriented. Your local Wal-Mart or party supply store should have something that fits your needs. If not, then AllAboardToys.com's Partyware section can fit the bill. They have everything that you need for supplies. Whatever you do though, make sure to include a table cover on your list.

Food
When it comes to the cake part of the party, you have two choices. You can either opt for the cake or personalize it with cupcakes, it is your choice. Your local supermarket or Wal-Mart should be able to personalize the cake to fit your party's needs. Cupcakes are a great way to make your guests feel more special. Just use a regular cupcake recipe but make sure to add either blue, orange, or yellow food coloring to the mix.
It is your choice on whether or not to add ice cream to the mix. If you choose to, then I suggest that you get orange shebet to stay within the Transformers theme.

Party Favors
Keep things simple in this department. The favors could include stickers, pencils, or toys. Your local party supply store should have some to buy. Oriental Trading has some stickers and treat bags if there are no options in your local area. A great idea if you have the money is to get each guest a small Transformers puzzle or a Transformers activity book as a party treat. Boscovs.com has a four different 100 piece puzzles available and Buy.com has an activity book available for purchase. Do not forget to check out your local dollar store, because they have lots of little trinkets that can fill up the party favor bag.

Activities
If you do not mind a mess, then you should have a silly string fight. Print off some small pictures of Autobots and Decepticons, and attach the pictures to a piece of fabric using hot glue. Then the children can divide themselves between the two sides using the pictures, which should be attached to their clothing via a safety pin. Then give each team member a can of silly string (in blue or orange, according to which team) and get out of the way quickly. The children will love it and burn off lots of excess energy. You should be able to purchase some silly string locally.
Some hide and seek printable cards can be found at Executive Homemaker. You will need to divide the guests into two teams and have them find at least 4 cards that match their team color. Your guests can also play a Transformer Bingo from Executive Homemaker for a really nice prize if you like.
The last activity is all about how creative you can be. Find a good-sized packing box and some silver and black spray paint. First, spray paint the box silver and then put spray paint some symbols on it in black so that it resembles the Allspark. Once you have completed the box, put the party favor bags in the box and hide it in the party area. Then you can give the party-goers some clues so that they can find their treasure.

Movie
Most importantly, at least one viewing of the Transformers movie has to be included in the party plans. You will want to make sure that this is played on your biggest and best television set that you own for the best experience possible. A good idea is to have some pizza or popcorn available with the movie to keep the party-goers fed. If you do not already have a copy on hand, head to your local video store and pick one up asap. The newer version is rated PG-13 so keep that in mind when dealing with younger children.

Thank-You Notes
Finally, your child should write out a thank-you note for each guest that came to the party. It is a nice way to show that you appreciate their attendance and that you had a blast too. These should be done on blue, orange, or yellow paper in accordance with the Transformers theme. Oriental Trading has some great thank-you notes if you would rather order some online.

Good luck on your party and remember to have lots of fun.