https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:11:10 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-494373 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:16:27 +0000 mrs. wagon 494373@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: yay!!! glad you ordered what you wanted. You'll look back years from now and be glad you spent a measly $20 :) p.s. I have paid for expedited shipping from OTC way more times than I'd like to admit... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-494365 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:13:26 +0000 BabyBoecksMom 494365@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ladies, thanks so much for your opinions!! </p> <p>@lemondrop: I love that picture of Cam! I"m going to have to go get some streamers just for that. ;-)</p> <p>I talked with a friend of mine, who happens to be a graphic designer, and she's going to create a banner for me, using the same designs from the plates, instead of me ordering one. That saves me $16 from what I was already going to pay, so that savings almost covers the cost of the expedited shipping. So, I decided to get the plates/cups I wanted, and I'm going to get the rest of the supplies at the dollar store and party city. </p> <p>@mrs. wagon: Thank you for those - definitely cute! But I saw the links after I purchased the other ones - doh! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-494217 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:35:31 +0000 PinkElephant 494217@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Personally I would be put off by the fact that the extra $$ was for shipping - high shipping fees bug me, even when they are warranted- but would definitely spend extra if it was just a cost difference between products. I'd pretend in my head that the $19 was for the cost of the goods rather than shipping, bite the bullet, and pay it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493989 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:35:30 +0000 Bao 493989@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am frugal so I voted get plain colors, no one will notice! I'd rather put the money into something else like photos, food or a nice gift for LO </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493911 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:08:45 +0000 ladyfingers 493911@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm cheap, I'd get the pink. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493846 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:49:55 +0000 T-Mom 493846@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I feel that plates and cups make less of an impact than other details like the pom poms, etc that you were mentioning, that you could diy, so that's what I would do! I did a DIY banner on the wall that spelled out Happy Birthday DD using scrapbooking paper and it turned out really well. Good luck! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493823 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:44:48 +0000 lemondrop 493823@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I thought this one was cute too! Of course with winter, it would need modifications...</p> <p><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/53058101831960740/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/pin/53058101831960740/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493812 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:42:22 +0000 mrs. wagon 493812@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: like this one!</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Cupcake-Childrens-Birthday-Plates/dp/B008BHW5GG/ref=sr_1_13?s=toys-and-games&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1357839700&#038;sr=1-13&#038;keywords=cupcake" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Cupcake-Childrens-Birthday-Plates/dp/B008BHW5GG/ref=sr_1_13?s=toys-and-games&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1357839700&#038;sr=1-13&#038;keywords=cupcake</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493805 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:40:40 +0000 mrs. wagon 493805@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: how about ordering from Amazon? there's a decent selection and if you have prime you might be able ot find one that's prime eligible...</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_n_feature_four_bro_1?rh=n%3A165793011%2Cn%3A%21165795011%2Cn%3A1266203011%2Cn%3A274330011%2Cn%3A274333011%2Ck%3Afirst+birthday+party+plates%2Cp_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A3480744011&#038;bbn=274333011&#038;keywords=first+birthday+party+plates&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1357839556&#038;rnid=3480742011" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sr_nr_p_n_feature_four_bro_1?rh=n%3A165793011%2Cn%3A%21165795011%2Cn%3A1266203011%2Cn%3A274330011%2Cn%3A274333011%2Ck%3Afirst+birthday+party+plates%2Cp_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A3480744011&#038;bbn=274333011&#038;keywords=first+birthday+party+plates&#038;ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1357839556&#038;rnid=3480742011</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493801 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:38:52 +0000 Sammyfab 493801@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@adira gave you an awesome list! I really love tissue poms (like you're already planning) and tassel garlands too. You could also do a pennant banner.</p> <p>What kind of food are you planning? You could use decorative picks for the food and cute coordinated signage. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493795 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:37:33 +0000 mrs. wagon 493795@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: oops just edited this, thought you were debating between decorated vs. plain from OTC. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493792 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:37:07 +0000 mrs. wagon 493792@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: I voted to get the one you want and spend on shipping. Obviously she won't notice, but you and your guests will! I think decorated plates, napkins and cups are super fun, and I think it's necessary when you're doing minimal decorations. I did exactly what you are doing for Wagon Jr.'s 2nd birthday party-- a few red and blue balloons, no streamers (man they are a PAIN to put up!), a few hanging baseball themed decorations and baseball plates/napkins/cups. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493698 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:10:40 +0000 purrpletulips 493698@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Your LO and others won't notice but if it will bother you when you look back at pictures then sure. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493667 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 12:02:17 +0000 sarac 493667@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm in the 'she won't notice' camp, though I do believe in making yourself happy in these things. But that's an awful lot just for a different color. I've never understood the point of going all out for a first birthday, though. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493632 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:53:52 +0000 Adira 493632@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@BabyBoecksMom: Well, I haven't hosted a birthday party for a child yet, but I might do:</p> <p>balloons<br /> streamers<br /> table cloths (I always like doing table cloths with runners)<br /> food/drink signs<br /> string lights?<br /> happy birthday banner?<br /> favors? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493630 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:53:25 +0000 Mrs. Pickle 493630@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'd get the ones you want! You only get to plan one first birthday party. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493617 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:49:52 +0000 lemondrop 493617@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would spend the money on a cute craft store paper punch (balloon, flower, heart?) that you could use again (let me know if you need a coupon, I've got them for all the craft stores!) and dress up a plain set of purple cups and napkins (flower napkin rings?) with craft paper. </p> <p>I hear ya on avoiding pink, there is so much of it everywhere! Ultimately, she will have a blast either way, but you will be the one to remember it- being happy with it isn't ridiculous!</p> <p>Definitely do streamers- Cam LOVED his! </p> [attach=1790/13/mgf6uk.450x600.P1079724.JPG] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493603 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:46:14 +0000 Springtime 493603@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Those are really cute! But, I wouldn't pay that much extra! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493585 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:39:59 +0000 BabyBoecksMom 493585@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Sammyfab: @Adira: Ok, I feel dumb but, besides balloons, what other decorations are we talking about? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493574 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:37:23 +0000 ShootingStar 493574@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't think $19 is very much for expedited shipping, but you could always go to a local store and see if there's anything you like before placing the order. I don't think the designs on the plates/cups is a huge deal, but the first birthday part is just as much for you as for her, so don't be afraid to get what you love :). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493560 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:32:05 +0000 HabesBabe 493560@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I thought that the dollar amount would be insane (just by reading your thread title)-- if it "just" comes down to less than 20 bucks to get what you would really like, I'd say go for it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493537 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:24:31 +0000 Adira 493537@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>When it comes to plates, cups, and napkins, I'm a cheapo, and would just get plain pink/purple plates from Walmart or somewhere, but splurge on other decorations.</p> <p>But I think you should go with what will make you happy, especially if you plan on getting lots of pictures - you'll have to look at those plates for the rest of your life. :P </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493514 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:16:04 +0000 Sammyfab 493514@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also wouldn't pay extra for plates and such. There are much more fun decorations to splurge on! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493512 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:14:57 +0000 Foodnerd81 493512@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I can't vote-- as an outsider, it's easy for me to say you are being silly and just get the plain purple cups and napkins and deal with it. BUT, I know the 1st birthday is really important and even if she doesn't remember it, you will! So I say go with what makes you happy-- and $19 isn't really that much if it is what makes you happy :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493511 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:14:49 +0000 Mrsbells 493511@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Party city has similar party ware you might be able to just walk in to a location and buy it without having to wait for shipping?</p> <p>And they have lots of color options aside from pink and purple </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493505 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:14:09 +0000 autumnlove 493505@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wouldn't pay extra! W won't notice! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/pay-extra-for-what-i-really-want-or-go-the-cheaper-route#post-493502 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 11:12:46 +0000 BabyBoecksMom 493502@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm not big on pink and have done my best to keep DD in as few pink outfits as possible. So as I'm shopping for supplies for her birthday party, all I see are PINK decorations. I did find one set that was more purple than pink and I really like it. Trouble is, I would have to pay expedited shipping to make sure it will get here by next Saturday, and that would cost me $19!! Yikes!</p> <p>I know it's my fault for waiting so long to get this, and I know that no one will really notice the cups plates, etc. But since it's her first, I want to do it right. I'm planning on getting plain purple and pink balloons and tissue pom-poms to add in the color. </p> <p>These are the ones I really like:<br /> <a href="http://www.orientaltrading.com/st-birthday-cupcake-party-supplies-a2-PT1806-12-1.fltr?Ntt=first+birthday" rel="nofollow">http://www.orientaltrading.com/st-birthday-cupcake-party-supplies-a2-PT1806-12-1.fltr?Ntt=first+birthday</a> </p>