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Sweet 16 Ideas: Your Guide to the Ultimate Coming-of-Age Party

September 29, 2022September 10, 2021 by Melyssa

Today, we’re going to look at the best Sweet 16 ideas, and how to throw the perfect coming of age party.

You have to admit, as sweet (and tempestuous) as the toddler phase was, as adorable (and loud) as the preteen and Tween phase was, you and her need a REAL party for this next milestone!

Sweet 16 is a big deal, because come on, it’s literally halfway through the Teenage Years. (Trust us, they need capital letters. If you know, you know.)

So don’t hold back. This Sweet 16 bash is going to remembered for years and years to come! Scroll on for some awesome ideas.

12 Year Old Gifts: 21 Ideas for Birthdays, Holidays & More

October 26, 2022August 18, 2021 by Karen

Oh, to be 12 again! And to have my choice of some of these awesome birthday gifts on this list would be fantastic.

12-year-olds can be hard to shop for, but we’ve made it easier for you. Have a little shopping spree from our list of “must-haves.” Your 12-year-old will thank you!

16th Birthday Gift Ideas for an Amazing Teenager

September 19, 2022August 16, 2021 by Melyssa

I am 16, going on 17…
~ Liesl, The Sound of Music

I’m 16 years old! I’m not a child anymore!
~ Ariel, The Little Mermaid

16 is a big year! You need to get her an amazing gift!
~ The Staff at All Gifts Considered

13 Year Old Gifts: The 30 Best Birthday Gifts for a New Teenager

January 13, 2023August 10, 2021 by Melyssa

“They fight wars with men like you!” my husband cheerfully likes to tell our 13 year old when he complains about something drastically awful, like a bad wifi signal.

But in all seriousness, 13 is a tricky age to be. They’re a newly minted teenager. There’s all this social pressure, plus hormones, puberty, and a love for all things that are silly and immature along with a pull towards wanting to be an adult (and be treated as such).

Thirteen can really be tough. So why not get them a gift that will really take the cake? (And don’t forget the cake. Teens need a heck of a lot of carbs to keep their moods sunny).

Let’s take a look at the 30 best birthday gifts for 13 year olds.

Ultimate 10 Year Old Gifts for Birthdays & Holidays

January 13, 2023June 18, 2021 by Karen

Gifts can be tricky, especially for a pre-teen.

We’ve taken the hard part over for you and compiled a list of some great gift ideas that straddle the two worlds of a ten year old: Still a child, yet yearning to be in that cool-kid teenager stage.

Take your time looking this list over; you will be sure to find at least one gift to suit your 10-year-old. Can’t decide? Give more than one!

100th Birthday Gifts & Party Ideas for a Beloved Centenarian

January 4, 2023June 7, 2021 by Karen

Gifts & Party Ideas for Their 100th Birthday

Has Mom, Dad, Grandpa, or Grandma made it to the century mark? Then it’s time to think about 100th birthday gifts!

But what in the world could you get for them that they don’t already have? I am glad you asked. We’ve put together a nice list for your celebrated centenarian.

You will enjoy browsing and picking out that perfect gift for the beloved 100 year old in your life.

90th Birthday Gifts: Traditional, Meaningful, & Funny Gift Ideas

December 27, 2022May 3, 2021 by Karen

Everyone that reaches 90 years old deserves a celebration. Imagine all of the changes they have seen, the friends and family that have gone on before them. Let these nonagenarians know they are loved and respected.

We’ve put together a thoughtful list for that special man or lady that has reached the 90-year milestone.

Let’s celebrate!

Happy Belated Birthday: What to Do & Say When You’ve Blown It

January 17, 2023April 16, 2021 by Daniel

Uh oh.

That person you really care about? You know, the sensitive one who always sends you a gift and a text on your birthday and Christmas and when you get a promotion at work or have a bad day? The one that brings you soup when you’re sick and lets you do laundry at their house?

You missed their birthday. Again.

30th Birthday Gift Ideas for Her, for Him, & for Fun

October 26, 2022March 12, 2021 by Melyssa

When someone you care about turns 30, it’s time to celebrate. Thirtieth birthdays are times for fun and celebration, and you need the perfect birthday gift for an amazing person on an amazing day.

So if you’re looking for the very best in gift ideas for that special someone, whether that someone is a male or female, BFF, son or daughter, or simply the greatest neighbor in the ‘hood (and party ideas)… well, we’ve got you covered!

Scroll down and find exactly what you’re looking for – we’ve done the footwork for you.

70th Birthday Gifts That Are Meaningful & Memorable

December 8, 2022February 26, 2021 by Melyssa

Meaningful Gifts Ideas for Their 70th Birthday

70 is a milestone if we’ve ever heard one! You’re young enough to still want to ride the rides at Disney Land, but old enough that everyone leaves you alone and lets you nap through dinner.

When your special someone is turning 70, what do you give them? We’ve got some great ideas for the perfect 70th birthday gift.