An American Girl Birthday Tea Party is a great theme. This series is very popular with young girls and the variety of characters in the series makes this a fun and easy way to have a party that fits all budgets. There are historical characters, contemporary characters, and there are even mystery stories for the young detective.
Because there are so many varied theme possibilities, you may want to consider talking with your daughter to find out what she would like.
The historical figures are from different eras. Consider choosing your favorite era and create a theme around that time period. If her friends have the same interest in the American Girl series, you might want each guest to come as her favorite character and bring her dolls as guests as well.
Once you’ve decided on a theme, creating invitations can be an activity you do with your youngster. Do you want everyone to come dressed in period costume? Maybe you just want the girls to bring their dolls and dress up for the occasion in their prettiest dresses. Do not forget to put the theme and what will be the expected dress for this special birthday party.
Remember that “American Girls” is about friendship, thinking big, and helping others.
Consider asking your guests to bring a non-perishable food item that can be donated to a local food pantry in the spirit of the characters.
Tea parties have long been a way for women to bond, socialize, and enjoy each other’s company. This is a celebration of her daughter and her birthday. It is a time to celebrate her special day by creating memories that will last forever.
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Preparing decorations can be fun for you and your child. Lace or linen tablecloths will give the party a touch of elegance and sophistication. Using mismatched china and plates will make this feel extra special. Consider going to your local flea market thrift store for some cheap teacups and saucers if you don’t want to use your good china.
For a birthday afternoon tea, the menu can be simple. Afternoon tea is light food such as tea sandwiches, fruit skewers, tray of cookies and small cakes and a special looking birthday cake to finish off the party.
The sandwiches are simple and can be prepared ahead of time. If you have a time era that you are using as a theme, you may want to serve some food or tea sandwiches that are from that time period.
Have fun and make a menu that you post in the area. Make it look official and colorful. Get creative and name the items you’ll be serving after a character. For example, Kit’s peanut butter and jelly tea sandwiches or Josephina’s chicken nuggets served with honey mustard sauce. Girls will get pink tickles and giggle knowing they’re eating their favorite characters’ favorite food.
Activities can be anything from watching the latest new American Girl movie to reading one of your favorite books. Consider hosting a scavenger hunt or making the paper lantern Kit made for her birthday party. The activities will depend on the age of the girls and their interest.
This is a great opportunity to take pictures of the guests and their dolls. Later, when sending thank you cards, you can attach a copy of your guest’s photo and doll. They will have this to cherish and remember this special day in the future.
As the party winds down, you’ll want to give your guests a special gift to help them remember this day. A tea set that your American Girl doll can enjoy is a good idea. Miniature teacups with a little bow can be a cute decoration that can hang forever in a special place.
When looking for birthday tea party ideas for your daughter, you can’t go wrong with an American Girl tea party. Fits all budgets.