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About Wendy Legendre
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Expertise
I can help you get your party off to a fun start with creative ideas, games, activities, decorations, and invitations that are perfect for girls' parties, baby and bridal showers, girls' night events, and get-togethers with friends. My Diva Girl Parties and Stuff website hosts a huge collection of my ideas and printables at diva-girl-parties-and-stuff.com and my Scavenger Hunt Fun website at http://www.scavenger-hunt-fun.com has scavenger hunts for numerous events and locations.

Experience
I have hosted hundreds of community events, showers, parties, and camps over the last 25 years. I am the owner and creator of a successful girls' party site as well as a scavenger hunt site.

Education/Credentials
Various classes in creative arts, sociology, decorating, and drama.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Wendy Legendre 
In Category  Party Planning

SubjectDate Asked

December Birthdays10/7/2009
  Q: I am throwing my daughters a joint birthday party in December. Lily will be 3 and Claire will be 1 ...
  A: Here is the wording for you. My apologies for the wait, but this type of custom work takes a great ...
Invitations10/3/2009
  Q: I need help wording invitations for my son, Julius', 2nd birthday. I don't really know where to ...
  A: You're invited to go wild And join us at the zoo To celebrate our big event As Julius turns 2 The ...
Combined Party9/29/2009
  Q: I'm looking for wording for the invitation as well as some appropriate ideas for decorations. Its ...
  A: My apologies for the wait, but this was a toughie. Every time I had an idea, I didn't have enough ...
My 13th Birthday?9/20/2009
  Q: So, its my 13th birthday in just over a month, and i really want to do something special that people ...
  A: Sounds like you're planning quite an event. Outdoor parties are alot of fun. Regarding your ...
Wording for birthday invitation9/9/2009
  Q: I really need help on wording invitations for my son's 5th b-day party. Here are the specifics: At ...
  A: A fun-filled day is being planned We hope that you'll be there To celebrate Kade's 5th birthday With ...
Help9/8/2009
  Q: I am a New York socialite, and I am planning a huge Christmas party. But there are two family's I do ...
  A: I'm guessing there is a specific reason why you do not want to invite two families in particular to ...
Invite Wording for Birthday for Two7/6/2009
  Q: I am stumped on how to word an invite for a birthday for our two children. Kody will be 8 and Karly ...
  A: You are invited to come celebrate As Karly turns 4 and Kody turns 8 There'll be painting of faces, ...
surprise going away party & sweet 16 party6/24/2009
  Q: my daughter is leaving for Denmark for a year on exchange and she is also turning 16 right after she ...
  A: I recently hosted an event with an age range of 13-90 and about 80 guests. This was an indoor sit ...
decorate platform6/22/2009
  Q: I am ask to decorate for a Christian ladies retreat ( I really don't have any idea as to decorate ...
  A: Can you give me an idea of the size of the platform and whether there is room for much on it? The ...
surprise going away party & sweet 16 party6/18/2009
  Q: my daughter is leaving for Denmark for a year on exchange and she is also turning 16 right after she ...
  A: To clarify, are you looking for activities to keep the whole group entertained? And does this group ...
Barbie party wording6/16/2009
  Q: Wow- I was very impressed w/ your wording for the reptile party. You need to be doing invitation ...
  A: Hope this works for you... Our little Jaci's turning 5 and we'd like you to come And join us at Fun ...
5th Birthday Party Verbiage6/2/2009
  Q: My son is all about a dragon birthday theme since he saw a dragon pinata. I need help putting ...
  A: WOW! How many 5 year olds does your son's pre-school class and the community include? If it's a ...
CUPCAKE 1ST BIRTDAY5/15/2009
  Q: i NEED HELP WITH THE WORDING i LOVE CUTE AS A CUPCAKE AND SO MUCH FUN OUR LITTLE EMMA IS TURNING ...
  A: I would be happy to help. Could you give me the date and time? As far as the location is ...
Party Planning5/13/2009
  Q: I'm interested in doing kids theme parties as a business. When gathering information on the details ...
  A: I personally like to ask the children what theme they would like for their party. If they don't ...
Preston's 5th Birthday5/6/2009
  Q: I have to say you are pretty amazing on coming up with verbiage for birthday parties. I would ...
  A: An attempt I hope will work for you... You are invited... please come if you dare To a wildlife ...
Sweet 164/21/2009
  Q: Ok, here we go. I am turning 16 in September. I know that it is a while away but I like to plan ...
  A: I have a Pink Vogue party on my site. Some of the ideas for it might work for you. If some ideas ...
Sweet 164/16/2009
  Q: Ok, here we go. I am turning 16 in September. I know that it is a while away but I like to plan ...
  A: I love Sweet 16 parties. They are so special. How about we start with you telling me what some of ...
anniversay party4/14/2009
  Q: If Planning a party for my parents 30 anniversary is it proper to ask those invited to pay for there ...
  A: Generally, I would say it isn't proper to ask guests to pay for their own meals if you are inviting ...
birthday parties4/2/2009
  Q: I am combining my daughters birthdays(ages 1 & 2)and I want to make it special for each of them. I ...
  A: First of all, you mentioned your 2 year old Loves Dora, but you didn't mention what your 1 year old ...
Boy's Duo B-day Party 6 and 73/13/2009
  Q: I'm going to be throwing my boys a birthday party together my 5 going on six likes Army trucks... My ...
  A: My apologies! For some reason I couldn't login to AllExperts the last few days and I wanted to get ...
Invitation wording for a zoo party for 2 kids3/7/2009
  Q: could you suggest some wording for a birthday party that we're planning? It's being held at the ...
  A: How about this? You may want to switch "presents" to "laughter", depending on whether presents are ...
Invitation wording for a zoo party for 2 kids3/4/2009
  Q: could you suggest some wording for a birthday party that we're planning? It's being held at the ...
  A: I wasn't sure if you were looking for text or a poem and I don't really have enough details to work ...
5th Birthday Party2/20/2009
  Q: I'm trying to think of a cute poem for my daughter's 5th birthday party. She will be having a ...
  A: Here is an attempt... I am using the name "Katrina" in place of your daughter's name for this ...
Mothers 80th birthday2/19/2009
  Q: My mother will be 80 yrs old in May and I want to give her a really nice birthday party, but ave no ...
  A: What a fun event to celebrate! My grandparents have passed on now, but I remember that I used to ...
Rhyming for birthday invitation1/26/2009
  Q: My daughter is turning five and I am having an old fashioned themed birthday party (Pin the tail on ...
  A: A birthday bash is being planned And we hope you can come To share with us an afternoon Of good old ...
birthday party1/17/2009
  Q: ..i dont know what to do for my birthday but my sister and i are going to combine our partys so that ...
  A: Sounds like a fun time! Considering you'll have guys and girls and a tween to teen age range, ...
Baby Shower1/10/2009
  Q: I am one of the hosts for my cousing upcoming baby shower. She lives out of town and will be flying ...
  A: I personally love 'gift card only' showers because it makes shopping oh so easy. I usually find a ...
Planning my 21st birthday party1/7/2009
  Q: I am trying to plan my 21st birthday party but i can't figure out i really want to do. I know that I ...
  A: It's not clear whether you plan to stay overnight at the hotel, but if so the easiest and most cost ...
decorating for a ladies retreat1/5/2009
  Q: I am in charge of decorating a stage and banquet room for a ladies retreat entitled "Women of ...
  A: When I think of Women of Passion and Power I think of strong women. With that in mind, possibly ...
Gala theme help!11/4/2008
  Q: I am in charge of a gala for 150 people mostly in their 40's and up. Past themes have included ...
  A: Those in their 40's would have been teens and twenties in 1984, so a party based on George Orwell's ...
20th Birthday Party10/23/2008
  Q: I am having my 20th birthday with some friends and I need some advice about what type of party to ...
  A: How about a black tie James Bond style casino party or just a casino party in general. Card games ...
a 60th birthday celebration for my father :)10/17/2008
  Q: ...ok this has been a "plan in my head" for far too long lol. I would like to have a party for my ...
  A: First of all, do you have a garage that could be turned into an alternate huddle location should the ...
BABYSHOWER INVITATION10/7/2008
  Q: i WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE ARE SEVERAL HOSTESSES THROWING THE BABY SHOWER SHOULD WE LIST THEM ON ...
  A: Whether you should list one or more of the hostesses depends on how well everyone knows the main ...
husband 55 birthday party10/4/2008
  Q: I need to find "55" surprise party invitations. The theme for the party is "55 speed limit sign" ...
  A: I looked around and couldn't find the type of card you are referring to. I could design one for you ...
passing of exams8/28/2008
  Q: A couple of my friends and I passed very important exams that will shape our future and I want to ...
  A: Are the exams you passed college or university exams or are they exams from a special class you ...
hi8/27/2008
  Q: yes hi i am having my sweet 16 but i can't find a theme to do soo can you please help
  A: Please give me some additional information. Where will the party be held? At your home? Will this ...
Surprise 70th birthday party8/23/2008
  Q: I want to give a surprise party for my husband, we live in NewOrleans and would something to ...
  A: Since my husband is French I believe that "Laissez les bon Temps Roulez" actually translates to "Let ...
mother of the groom8/13/2008
  Q: I would like to host a party or shower for a mother of the groom as her son is getting married out ...
  A: If it is the Mother of the Groom you wish to celebrate and you are up for making it fun/funny, you ...
Mom's 50th bday8/8/2008
  Q: I am planning my mom's 50th birthday party. We are inviting guest to "party in their PJ's" and join ...
  A: First of all, my apologies Lisa. My computer was in the shop and then, when I came to AllExperts to ...
Dad's 60th Surprise Nautical-themed party8/5/2008
  Q: My sister and I are in the middle of planning a surprise party for my Dad's 60th birthday. We would ...
  A: As far as decor is concerned you could either go with an upscale titanic or yacht club type decor or ...
boyfriends 25th fiesta7/21/2008
  Q: My boyfriend is turning 25 in September and 17 of his frat brothers happen to be coming down for a ...
  A: The party bus idea looks cool, especially for the group you have to plan for, but it's pricey. You ...
wedding buffet quantitites7/14/2008
  Q: Family is planning to roast a pig for a country wedding BBQ reception. We are asked to provide 4 ...
  A: How much you will need to make depends on a couple of things... Are you the only ones making salads ...
9 year old girls birthday party6/20/2008
  Q: My daughter's birthday is on a Saturday in July. One of her close friends decided to host her ...
  A: I would probably opt for Friday night since the children will be able to get a good rest before ...
9 year old girls birthday party6/20/2008
  Q: My daughter's birthday is on a Saturday in July. One of her close friends decided to host her ...
  A: Do you live close to the friend who is hosting the pool party? Also, are your two family's friends ...
event planner6/2/2008
  Q: I'M WORKING IN CHILDCARE NOW & MY PAY IS LOW, SO I WONDERING HOW DO GET STARTED WITHOUT HAVING ANY ...
  A: I have an online party business, so I can't give you any definitive answers for running an offline ...
party-16th5/12/2008
  Q: I want a 'cool' party 4 my 16th but my parents wont allow drinking, thay hate rock/pop music and ...
  A: If you do a google search or check wikipedia, you'll get the full description of what paintball is. ...
18th b-day party (masquerade)5/11/2008
  Q: But the more I've thought about it, i don't want the hassle of a big expensive party. One idea of ...
  A: It's not clear whether your party will be all girls or mixed. I love the idea of a masquerade theme ...
party-16th5/5/2008
  Q: I want a 'cool' party 4 my 16th but my parents wont allow drinking, thay hate rock/pop music and ...
  A: If you're inviting girls and guys you might want to try an urban legends party. It's low cost and ...
first birthday party idea3/3/2008
  Q: with winnie the pooh idea. my question is can i use white streamers becuase i think red/yellow/and ...
  A: My apologies Jenny. I thought I answered this question a while back. For some reason it must not ...
Thirteenth birthday!!!!!2/11/2008
  Q: My mom is only willing to pay around $200 for the party. Any suggestions???
  A: I assume you want to do an outing (away from your home) with a budget of $200. Could you tell me ...
Invitation Wording2/5/2008
  Q: I am having a joint college graduation party with my best friend. But we're stuck on how exactly to ...
  A: It would be helpful to know whether this will be a formal invitation or a more casual invitation, ...
17th Birthday Help!2/3/2008
  Q: On February 17th I'll be turning seventeen and I wanted to do something special for it. For my ...
  A: Since your birthday is close, my first sugeestion would be a murder mystery party. I did one for my ...
mom's 60th surprise party1/27/2008
  Q: We are throwing our mother a surprise party but 2 months after her actual birthday. Her birthday is ...
  A: On most occasions like a 60th birthday, it is enough just for the birthday honoree to get a chance ...
7yr olds moroccan party12/11/2007
  Q: I am in a panic. The party is Dec22 in my basement which is also a daycare during the week-- so kid ...
  A: Sounds like you've put a lot of love and care into your party. I'm sure your daughter will be ...
An Indian party for a 14 year old11/30/2007
  Q: I am 14 years old and I am hoping to have a wonderful birthday party, but I want to save some ideas ...
  A: I love cultural parties. They are amazing. I would have to do a little research to find some fun ...
please help11/25/2007
  Q: my daughter caitie is having a birthday party with a theme of horses. We really need some ideas for ...
  A: Please give me a little more information about your party. How old is your daughter going to be? ...
Dessert Party10/28/2007
  Q: I've just started my own home-based cake business. I wanted to host a dessert party for about 15 ...
  A: 3 quick ideas that come to mind are: A Baking Trivia - If you find it hard to compose your own, ...
21st Formal Theme Birthday10/26/2007
  Q: I would love to have a formal theme birthday since I was never able to attend prom, or any other ...
  A: There is a great prom murder mystery that you could try. It's called "A Killer Reunion". It ...
2nd baby shower10/17/2007
  Q: I am hosting a baby shower for my sister. She is expecting a girl this time. She basically has ...
  A: How about a little poem like.... Diapers, powder, outfits, and shoes These are the things the ...
Sweet 16 help10/9/2007
  Q: I am turning 16 on November 9 of this year and I have no idea what to do. I am going to keep it ...
  A: One idea that comes to mind is a PINK VOGUE party. You could make invitations by clipping pink ...
baby shower by mail9/22/2007
  Q: I am looking for invitations to send out (as tasteful as possible)for a baby shower by mail. My ...
  A: There is a baby shower online service that allows you to celebrate a baby shower online and includes ...
surprise baby shower9/6/2007
  Q: I'm hosting a baby shower for my friend and we are keeping a Baby Shower Guest Book and would like ...
  A: I'm not completely clear on your question. Are you putting together a special guest book to give ...
1st Birthday Party in a Restaurant - How to deal with unwanted wall hangings?8/27/2007
  Q: My goddaughter is turning one next month and I am helping with the party planning. Her parents have ...
  A: I would get some sheers in whatever color compliments your theme and pull a piece of cord or fishing ...

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