Author Archives: NattyFaulks

5 ways to cut the catering costs of your next kids party…

Lets talk food! I will admit to you straight up – I have always been that person who hovers by the food table at any event or party. I LOVE food! And when I throw a party I hate for anyone to go hungry. But making sure everyone is fed and happy doesn’t mean IContinue reading “5 ways to cut the catering costs of your next kids party…”

Why I dressed up as a princess until 33 weeks pregnant…

I know what you are thinking… a) She must be crazy. b) She would have looked ridiculous dressed as a princess at 33 weeks pregnant! Well calm your farm people… there is more to the story. It is no secret, I love what I do. I can be corporate Nat by day and princess/ characterContinue reading “Why I dressed up as a princess until 33 weeks pregnant…”

How to throw a luxury kids party! (Guest blog feature with Decinda from Sugar and Spice Events)

We all love our kids no matter what the party size or cost. But as a part of my job with Strawberry Fundaes Kids Parties, I have been lucky enough to be a part of some pretty amazing luxury parties. Thats right – I am talking Kardashian style, fancy pants kids parties with drool worthy EVERYTHING. My friendsContinue reading “How to throw a luxury kids party! (Guest blog feature with Decinda from Sugar and Spice Events)”

The Top Party Trends This Winter! (Guest Blog Feature with Roxanne from Lovely Occasions)

Well Winter is upon us here in sunny Queensland! We are super lucky to live in a state where it doesn’t get too frosty, ( even though I still don’t cope with anything below 20 degrees!) so there is no stopping our party vibe. I absolutely love seeing all the new trends and decoration stylesContinue reading “The Top Party Trends This Winter! (Guest Blog Feature with Roxanne from Lovely Occasions)”

5 Common mistakes made when planning a party (and how to avoid them)

Parties are so much fun right!? But planning them can be super stressful. Especially if you have never thrown a party before! There is so much pressure these days to throw the perfect party. The pressure is often put on us by ourselves of course, but the list of things to prepare can get quiteContinue reading “5 Common mistakes made when planning a party (and how to avoid them)”

Kids Party Emergency Kit

Parties are all about having fun right? Absolutely! Everything is roses and nothing ever goes wrong! Like EVER… If only…. Kids are always unpredictable and from my personal experience, attending literally hundreds of parties, I recommend the following items listed below to have on hand for just in case. I have seen all sorts fromContinue reading “Kids Party Emergency Kit”

Always a Winner? Should kids win all the games at their own party?

My question to you all today is – Should the birthday girl or boy ‘win’ every game played at their party? The child is the true guest of honour at their party, but should they win every game? I ask this because I have noticed a shift over the last 6 / 12 months andContinue reading “Always a Winner? Should kids win all the games at their own party?”