Age group(s) for this birthday party activity:
Preschool and Younger
Elementary School

Cost of birthday party activity:
Usual cost of food and cupcakes.
Cost of manicure items, party favors items, materials to make invitations, and balloons and streamers.

Birthday party planning information:
A Barbie Doll party is a can't-miss idea for little girls. Send pink invitations, asking guests to bring their favorite Barbie Doll to the party.
Decorations: Think pink! Blow up balloons and hang streamers -all in various shades of pink.
Food: Use cookie cutters to make heart shaped sandwiches. Fill with cream cheese and cucumber, peanut butter and honey, or strawberry jam.
Frost a batch of cupcakes with icing in various shades of pink. Decorate each one with a different Barbie Accessory. Try high-heeled shoes, fashionable hats, or tiny jewelry.
NOTE: Small objects present a choking hazard to young children.

Other suggestions or comments:
Activity: Set up a spot for manicures. Include little plastic fans for faster nail drying.
Leave time for free play since "guest" Barbie dolls were invited!
Party Favors: Play nail polish and Barbie accessories are a great idea.