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To think this is OTT for a child’s party

186 replies

TheFluentGoldNewt · 06/11/2024 18:42

took my 4yo to a party for a child at his nursery at the weekend. It was jungle themed and Ive never seen any parent go so all out for a party before. The whole place (church hall) was outfitted in themed decorations all handmade. I’m not kidding when I say it must have been HOURS of work in making these decorations. I’ve been to weddings that were less decorated than this. I’m talking themed handmade bunting going back and forth, themed balloon decorations (made not bought), a table runner, homemade props everywhere etc.

is this seriously what we are doing for parties now or is this parent seriously out of touch?

I honestly can’t imagine spending my evenings up to my elbows in glue and faff for a 2 hour party for 4year olds!

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TheFluentGoldNewt · 06/11/2024 18:45

Like there were these jellyfish made out of balloons and streamers and one whole wall was a covered in waves made from fabric to use as a background for photos (for children who won’t stand still for five seconds) And there was coral seaweed made from card and paper standing upright everywhere

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Baconandddddeggs · 06/11/2024 18:44

Totally their choice - let them do them and you do you…

Maybe it gave them serious pleasure to do this?

maybe they paid an army if helpers to help them achieve this.

each to their own,

you might think it’s ott - but why judge them? It didn’t hurt you!

Hope the kids enjoyed the party.

InformEducateEntertain · 06/11/2024 18:44

I would politely suggest that you do you.

SardinesOnGingerbread · 06/11/2024 18:44

I hope the parent doesn't read this. It feels pretty mean spirited and rather unclassy to bitch about a party you were hosted at.

Flossyflop · 06/11/2024 18:44

Why are they out of touch?

I wouldn’t do it and you don’t have to either but it’s completely up to them!

Maybe they’ll see your glowing review of the party on here if the mum is a mumsnet user.

ZeroFucksGivenToday · 06/11/2024 18:44

Absolutely their choice. Sounds like they've enjoyed doing it. If you don't want to that's fine.

Sirzy · 06/11/2024 18:44

If it’s what makes them and the child happy then that’s fine

Bakedbeansandtoast · 06/11/2024 18:44

I hope you enjoyed it.

DecafDodger · 06/11/2024 18:44

Eh, if it makes the parent happy..

Kids won't care. Some of the best birthdays mine have had included 0 decorating or entertainment, just let them all run around and play.

SpanThatWorld · 06/11/2024 18:43

If it gave the parents pleasure making the stuff, why not?

Sammysquiz · 06/11/2024 18:43

They can do what they want for their child, you can do what you want for yours!