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Graduation Party Ideas
10 DIY Ideas to Customize a Graduation Party
Get crafty with these great DIY indeas for your Grad's party.
Delicious recipes sure to put a big smile on your Class of 2012 grad.
Six delicious alcohol free cocktails for every one to enjoy no matter what their age.
Through the Years Graduation Party
Inpiration for great ways to share memories for your grad's celebration. Naked baby photos allowed!
Get graduation party started off right with these hits perfect for the Class of 2012.
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Graduation Party Ideas for the Class of 2012
Decoration
DIY Ideas to Customize a Graduation Party
Customize even the most casual graduation parties with some fun DIY party ideas. From food embellishments to chic centerpieces, all these grad theme party ideas are inexpensive, easy, fun and functional!
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Red, Yellow & Blue Theme Kindergarten Graduation Party
A bright primary color scheme is perfect for a kindergarten graduation as it allows you to plan your party using three popular party colors in creative grad-inspired ways. Check out how we incorporated the color scheme into our kindergarten graduation celebration!
Inspiration
5 Funny Senior Prank Videos
Before the graduation parties happen the class has to graduate. And before they can graduate, they have to pull a prank. Check out these five funny senior pranks we found on YouTube for some inspiration if you're looking for it, or a good laugh if you need one!
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DIY Smiley Graduation Pinata
Have some fun with your younger grads, the DIY way! A homemade pinata isn't just fun to play with, it's also fun to make. With summer days around the corner, it's the ideal time to save some cash and get your hands dirty - literally - with this crafty DIY graduation idea.
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Graduation Party Ideas for the Class of 2012
Is your grad excited to be part of the Class of 2012?! Celebrate their achievements by planning a memorable graduation party. Here's some tips for making sure your party is fit for a 2012 grad.
Tip
2012 High School Graduation Tips
Keep your party planning simple by added these few quick and simple high school graduation tips. We've figured out easy ways to jazz up your graduation cupcakes, decorate your table and fun tunes to blast for the ex high-schoolers in attendance.
Inspiration
Top Grad Songs for 2012
Every graduating class is in need of a graduation song and the class of 2012 has quite the selection to choose from! Our illustrious intern, Michelle, rounds up the top 20 graduation songs for the class of 2012 here and there's something for every grad - from Nikki Minaj to Green Day to Whitney Houston.
Invitation
Easy M&M Kindergarten Graduation Invitation
Skip the same old paper invitations when it comes to a kindergarten graduation party and get creative! Take some sweet inspiration from this simple DIY invite we came up with for our celebration.
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Through the Years Graduation Party
Graduation is a huge triumph for a million reasons, not least of which is the big payoff after years of investment into a degree. A fantastic way to celebrate a recent graduate is with a party that captures them and the time it's taken to achieve such a milestone. This graduation party theme keeps it personal, easy and fun.
Inspiration
A Teacher's Stepping-Up Celebration on Graduation Day
As a former student, now full-time mom and teacher, our contributor, Michele Anderson, understands the lasting impact teachers have on our children and the momentous meaning graduation day has for everyone. Read her inspirational thoughts on the day everyone "steps up" to a new grade.
Decoration
DIY Candy Graduation Wreath
A candy wreath decorated in bright primary colors makes for a fun and festive kindergarten decoration. With a few supplies and a bit of DIY ingenuity you can make one of these wreaths on your own.
Tip
Top Prom Planning Tips
Self proclaimed "prom-expert" Chris McCann gives us the inside scoop on how to plan a prom. As a prom "veteran" he's learned what works best and what's just plain overdone. For a chic, sophisticated and senior-worthy celebration be sure to consider his tips when planning prom.
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Chalkboard, Books & Doodles Graduation Party
For a grad who's simple, yet fun, classic with a modern edge, and ready to celebrate a major achievement, check out this graduation party inspiration! DIY party ideas like book paper flower centerpieces and a strawberry shortcake bar are sure to delight and commemorate such a triumphant feat!
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Smartie Themed Graduation Party
Though she recently graduated college, my sister Lauren still loves candy as much as she did when she graduated kindergarten. Since she never got the big candy birthday party she always begged our parents for, I decided to sweeten up her casual college graduation bbq with a dessert bar full of Lauren's favorite candy. The entire display made the party - guests were so impressed!
Inspiration
Top Graduation Songs and Quotes
Graduation parties are big milestone celebrations for many reasons. Throughout the years in school a graduate has probably conquered academic, athletic or personal challenges, so they're worthy of a big pat on the back. Make it extra special for them and sum the years of work up with a song or quote
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Preschool Graduation Celebration Ideas
Graduating from preschool is a momentous occasion! Celebrate the right way with these great ideas for making your child's graduation party a fun and memorable event! Get great tips on decorations, invitations and of course the menu!
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Cupcakes
Graduation Cupcake Ideas
Graduation parties are special celebrations in need of a special kind of dessert. We got crafty and put together a few easy graduation cupcakes you'll enjoy looking at as much as you do eating them. Each one has a little personalized touch to it - class year, school colors or name, so get baking!
Mocktail Drink Recipes
Graduation Party Mocktails
Yay! You graduated high school, but guess what-you're still not 21, which means that martini goes to mom! Don't miss out on all the fun, here are some fun mock-tail recipes you can sip on, until your next biggest milestone.
Recipes
Easy Graduation Party Recipes
Hey mom and dad, just because your kids are done with homework doesn't mean you are. It's time to plan for the graduation celebration, but your in luck! We've provided you with a cheat sheet full of easy, delicious recipes!
Decoration
High School Coming to an End
Graduation parties hosted out back in the yard are supposed to be casual, but we still think the special milestone deserves a bit of extra attention! Here, a few ideas to add a special touch to the celebration.
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How to Decorate Your Grad Cap
You spent years trying to stand out in the crowd - whether with your academic achievements, athletic skills, performances, artwork, etc. Make sure you reflect your individuality at commencement then! Deck your graduation cap in fun embellishments that reflect your personality and successes.
Decoration
Graduation Party Decorating Ideas
Decorations for a graduation party are a great way to say congratulations and good luck to the new graduate. When thinking about decorations, remember to keep him or her in mind, whether it is with favorite colors, collections of photographs or personalized centerpieces.Our graduation party decorati...
Activity
Outdoor Graduation Party Games
After grades are assigned, books are put away, and the ceremony is completed, graduates deserve to celebrate! The best way to do this is with a graduation party, of course.
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Personalized Gift Ideas
The graduation announcements and graduation party invitations are starting to trickle in. When it comes to gift ideas, money and gift cards are always a safe bet. But you'll really wow your graduate with a more personal choice.
Personalized gifts can be both decorative and functional, and if your grad is college-bound, a little embroidery or engraving can keep them him from losing his or her prized possessions in their dorm. No matter your budget, you can find a gift to suit their taste.
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Gift Idea
Great Graduation Gift Ideas for all Grads
If you are looking for the perfect gift to give your graduate, we have you covered. These wonderful gadgets, gift cards and accessories are sure to delight any graduate. Browse the slideshow to find your perfect gift!
Tip
Oh, the Places You'll Go! Party
Dr. Seuss's "Oh, the Places You'll Go" is a quick classic, inspiring all of those graduates to look at the next phase of life with a true spirit of adventure and balance.
Tip
Preschool Graduation Party Tips to Remember
Every graduation calls for a great celebration-even if it is a preschool graduation. Use these tips to ensure a your child's big day is a huge success!
Activity
Guess the Grad Party Game
This is one graduation party game everyone will enjoy. We like the idea of playing this game with famous faces, but could be even more fun if you're able to secure a grad picture from all your expected party guests a few days before the celebration takes place. Read on for tips and game play.
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Mini Clipboard Picture Frames
Clipboards might not be as common a sight as they once were, but we love the vintage look these guys offer, especially where graduation parties are concerned. Try getting crafty with a few mini clipboards to create themed decor for your graduate's celebration.
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Take a Page from Our Book: Easy Graduation Party Favors
Recycle those literature books you've got on your shelves with this crafty how-to. Books played such a big part of your child's learning experience and this is a festive, inexpensive and easy way to bring the pages to life at your party.
Decoration
Strawberry Shortcake Bar
Graduates of all ages - from kindergarten to college - will appreciate this sweet ending to a party celebrating their scholarly achievement. Create a simple, yet statement making dessert bar that's all about strawberry shortcake - the perfect summer dessert!
Tip
Tips on Speaking Like a Pro
Graduation parties are the most important celebrations in young peoples' lives and a time of happiness and pride for parents. But what if you are called upon to speak at the ceremony or the party afterward? Some people seem to be born to the podium while others can barely get through a public greeting. Even if you quake with fear at the thought of public speaking you can pull it off like a pro if you follow these confidence building tips!
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Craft
Country Inspired Graduation Banner
A rustic banner honoring your graduate is the perfect decoration for a graduation party outside where BBQ reigns supreme.
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