This is for a generic super hero party. We have only been very mildly influenced by “real” super hero TV or products. We only “kinda” know about Superman, Spiderman, etc. What we do know is that we love to be super fast, super strong, and super duper powerful. Also, when planning this, we had a couple of things in mind–Fun, low cost and earth friendly, etc.
1. Invite all your little super hero friends by making your own invites~ print out as postcards or send as e-invites.
2. Make/use reusable and earth friendly decorations. I made a colorful fabric bunting and printed letters on 3 x 5 colored paper and stapled to a long ribbon. We can re-use these for future parties. I also bought balloons which my kids LOVE. After a little research, I found out that balloon are naturally biodegradable. The ribbon however, is not. So, we used cotton yarn instead. Read this to learn more. We also used plastic cups which we wrote each child’s name on and they took home with them. I couldn’t bring myself to buy disposable plastic or paper cups and the earth-friendly kinds are quite pricey. In the end, I decided that it was best for the kids to have something they could use over and over again.
3. Games and Activities. The kids were just happy to be together and played with very little direction from us big people, but we did do a few things to make it more fun and interesting.
I made 10 capes with a white applique patch on the back for decorating. The kids personalized their super hero emblems with markers. They loved this!! I also made bean bags for the kids to play with and take home.
Other super hero games:
races- for showing super speed.
throwing bean bags– measure distance and accuracy.
Spidey says- shows listening skills and agility (Spidey says, hop with one foot, etc.)
4. Party favors:
I sent each child home with a small fabric bag filled with some non-plastic goodies. First, I made super hero peggies – these were so much fun to make, but they were time consuming, so I enlisted the help of etsy to find some fun party favors. The crayon stars are from demulcentarts, and the super hero pins are from Little Momma Erin. You can alos find some great naked peggies HERE.
5. Eat good food. Can you believe I forgot to take pictures of the cupcakes!! They were vegan, from this great book, and sooo yummy! I-guy specifically asked for vanilla cupcakes with white frosting and sprinkles. That is exactly what he got. I also made chocolate covered pretzels with sprinkles and those were quite yummy. Chips, dips, salsa were on the spread as well.
Super I-guy and the gang had a great time and couldn’t have asked for better weather. Mid 70s–Perfect!
caterpillar book
Super Hero Stamped Art
super easy, super fast, super hero capes
LEGOs all day, every day
February 25th, 2009 at 4:13 pm
My little guys has asked for a Super Hero party this year too! I am totally gonna use the super hero peggies – super cute!! Already planned on letting the gang make their own capes. I love all your earth friendly and game ideas, I’m sure we will incorporate many into our festivities! Thanks for sharing.
February 25th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
You are just such a Supermom my lovely sister! Sounds like it was such a fun party – would have loved to have been there!
February 25th, 2009 at 6:18 pm
Your little super hero peg people are great!! I might have to add a super hero to my birthday ring repertoire… what a great birthday party!
February 25th, 2009 at 9:47 pm
That is SOO COOL!! I am going to borrow some of your ideas for our 1st birthday next month!!…
February 25th, 2009 at 9:51 pm
Love this party. You did such a great job.
February 26th, 2009 at 12:27 am
Brilliant idea! It seems you had as much fun as the kids, : )
I bet they had a smashing time. Thanks for sharing. I think you have inspired a few people!
February 26th, 2009 at 10:28 am
Amazing idea !!!
this look so cool and so much fun.
February 26th, 2009 at 12:01 pm
okay, i need to show my soon-to-be 4yo this one – he wants a ‘character’ party. blech. i’d rather do ‘lego’ or ‘bubbles’ or ’superhero’ for sure.
i really like that you didn’t schedule everything – just letting them play is really what they want to do, i’ve found!
February 26th, 2009 at 7:39 pm
I LOVE THIS!!! My guy is such a cape wear-er, he would love this type of party! Thanks for the ideas!
February 27th, 2009 at 1:14 am
Oh that looks like fun!
I really like the little Superheroes you made – I usually try and make stuff for my two so that the party bags don’t cost a fotune. I’ll have to remember this….maybe they could all make little peg dolls…..hmmmmmmm, something to do at the party!
February 27th, 2009 at 7:53 am
Oh my goodness – this looks like so much fun! What a great birthday, I hope you all had a wonderful time
March 3rd, 2009 at 10:30 am
love the peggies! you rock.
March 4th, 2009 at 2:36 am
wow! this is a fantastic, original party. thank you for all the ideas and thanks for taking the time to post photos and tutorial. my combined 2 yr/4yr party for summer will take inspiration from you.
April 6th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
thank you so much for all of these FANTASTIC ideas! I am in the midst of planning my 3 year olds superhero party – and these ideas are lifesavers!
February 19th, 2010 at 7:16 pm
Hi
Would you be interested in making 20 superhero cape just like the one you have your website? If so, what will the cost of each cape be?
Thanks
Jacquielisbeth@hotmail.com
February 23rd, 2010 at 1:30 pm
Great-looking capes! My sewing machine’s been unused (er, never used) for years now. You have inspired me to take it out, but we’ve just moved and unpacking and clearing the boxes is the priority.
I echo Jacuie’s question. Would you? Kindly email me a quote.
Thanks,
ron78wwps@gmail.com
February 23rd, 2010 at 3:08 pm
piggy-back on Jacquie’s question. would you be interested in making & selling the super hero capes?