Comments on: Host a Teenage Birthday Party…on a budget!

By: Carla

Carla — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:04:01 +0000

What a great party! Thanks for sharing the details. We’re having a biggish (albeit smaller than 75 people, I hope) party for my eldest’s 13th birthday, and I’m thilled to get some ideas.

By: Leigh Clements

Leigh Clements — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:37:03 +0000

Wow, I bow down to you! LOL! The 16th is so tricky – it’s a fine line between wicked fun and like – totally uncool. Looks like everyone had a riot, and way to think quick under pressure. I love that you chose Hamlet to prop up the table. While it’s now one of my faves, it was a nemesis when I was that age!

Oh, and I can’t believe you got that cart for $2. I’m so jealous! It’s a wonderful piece.

By: jeanne

jeanne — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:29:46 +0000

We just did an 18th birthday party . . .
I did a huge mexican buffet that was cheap and a big hit!

By: Kelly

Kelly — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 00:49:38 +0000

really fun!! Kelly

By: Holly Hamann

Holly Hamann — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:15:16 +0000

Hi Jen – I am so impressed with the awesome birthday party you threw for your 16-year old. I have two 14 year old boys so I will be planning their parties before I know it and your post made me feel so much more comfortable about being able to throw a fun, memorable party without all the materialistic pressure.

I grew up out in the country and the best get-togethers I remember were the ones where we hung out on someone’s farm cooking dogs and burgers on the grill and doing rowdy stuff outside. How inspiring you are and your photos were great fun – you really captured the moment well!

Holly

By: Julia @ The Frugal Find

Julia @ The Frugal Find — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:19:51 +0000

I loved LOVED reading that! I have 3 boys but they’re far from teen years (I know that’s not true but I’ll keep telling myself that!) You captured the party beautifully. Thank you for sharing your tips, now I’m on a mission to find a beverage cart when garage sale season hits again!

By: Angie @ Many Little Blessings

Angie @ Many Little Blessings — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:25:27 +0000

This looks like so much fun! This is definitely the kind of event that is one of those memories that people look back on for years. Great job!

By: Audra

Audra — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:32:50 +0000

What a great idea! I am looking to host a similar party for my son’s 16th party in August. I may be asking you for helpful hints!

btw… I mentioned you in my post about frugal fashions.
http://frugalmissus.blogspot.com/2010/02/frugal-fashion-friday.html

You are such an inspiration to me to show my frugal fashions and tell the world about them!

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 18:02:46 +0000

It’s a wise woman who recognizes that the teenage guys just want to eat a lot; not necessarily quality, but quantity. And what a ton of work/stress that saved you!
I’m with you on the kids’ birthday parties. We’ve avoided the high-dollar celebrations so far and have hosted them at home or at our neighborhood park. They’re always a blast.

By: Amanda @ Serenity Now

Amanda @ Serenity Now — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 17:07:26 +0000

You are the best mom ever!!! I remember a friend of mine had a big fancy party for her Sweet 16: dancing, dinner, a new car, the works. My parents opted to throw a cook-out for me and a bunch of girl and guy friends, and I had just as much fun. I remember the guys playing basketball and the girls hanging out and playing CDs. It was just as fun.