Two theme tips: costumed guests are the easiest way to stretch your decorating dollar, and never underestimate the power of a perfectly crafted music playlist! Here are three theme ideas that would be easy to pull off on a budget: Hawaiian Luau: No need to roast a pig or hire a fire-eater for a Sweet 16 luau. Creative, unique sweet 16 presents for teen boys & girls, including special birthday gift ideas for friends, nieces, daughters from mom — and last-minute gifts. This alcohol-free drink is quick to make and crazy delicious, using homemade tea, lemonade, and ginger beer. You can serve this in Princess and the Frog themed cups or your desired glassware. Add a splash of bourbon to make this fun and festive cocktail for the grown-ups in attendance. Photo: Jennifer Davick. For a personal touch, make homemade sweet potato chips to serve with your favorite dips. The secret to crisp sweet potato chips is to fry them in small batches, in peanut oil, at a low temperature. Store in an airtight container after they cool completely. Get The Recipe. 12 of 22. 3. Coconut shrimp. Get some premade coconut shrimp and oven-bake. This is certainly one of those ideal birthday dinner ideas for adults. You may serve this with Thai sweet chili sauce and rice. 4. Bacon and cheddar potato skins. Make this appetizer from scratch. Bake your potatoes with the skins on. This Rustic Winter Wonderland Dessert Table is a great spin on the traditional winter wonderland party. A white vintage dresser and repurposed windows really make this dessert table fabulous! This White and Gold Winter ONE-derland Dessert Table features gold glittery accents and an adorable birthday cake with snowflakes and snowmen. r5g8.

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