Birthday Balloon Money Gift

If you're like me, finding new ways to gift money is not easy!
It always seems a bit dull handing a loved one a card with some money in it that says,
  "Happy Birthday!"

Well, today I've got a fun money gift for you to try the next time you want to step up your 'money-giving game'.
Using the included toothpick and earplugs--the recipient opens a box of balloons and has to pop the balloons to find their gift!
 Some of the balloons have jokes and other balloons have cash. 
You can fill the box with candy and treats too. 

Here's what you'll need to make your own Balloon Money Gift:

Supplies: (affiliate links included to help you locate products.)

-1 big cardboard box (You could use a very large sack or bag.)
-small balloons (I used these 5" balloons.)
-balloon notes and jokes (Click here to print your own.)
-cash
-1 pair of earplugs
-1 pointed colored toothpick
-balloon air pump (It's possible- but I wouldn't suggest blowing these balloons up with your own air. Having a balloon pump makes it so easy--and they're inexpensive!)
-scotch tape
-scissors
-wrapping paper (I got mine from Target years ago- but here's a cute option.)
-tissue paper (optional)
-curling ribbon
-extra candies or treats to go in box. 

Directions:
1) Print out the free balloon notes and jokes. Click here. 
Trim and use the blank notes to personalize the gift with recipient's name and greeting. 

2) Roll or fold up tightly each note and/or dollar bill to fit into the neck of the balloon. 
Inflate the balloons using the balloon pump. Don't overfill your balloons--you want them small, so they'll fit in your box better. 

3) Line the bottom of the box with tissue paper and any extra treats. (Optional)
Add the inflated balloons in the box. 
Tape any extra notes or jokes to the inflated balloons. Close box- tape shut.

4) Use coordinating wrapping paper to wrap box and tie with curling ribbon.
Squish a pair of ear plugs in a balloon and inflate. Tape that balloon on top of the package. 
Tape 1-2 pointed toothpicks to the Happy Birthday note and attach to the package. 

You can't call this money gift boring...or quiet!

Here's some more ideas to make 'money-giving' more fun:


Birthday Punch Box   (Punch through the cups to find the candy and money.)

Fast Food Birthday Gift  (Pack up a fast food drink cup with gift card and treats.)

A Party in a Box  (A mini party for one-- Pop Tarts- candles- party blower- mini balloons- $)

Planning a Themed Party?
Click here for my A to Z list of Themed Parties I've hosted!

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College Student Candy Pun Letter

It's time to send the college students a Halloween treat. You know I love to let them know I'm thinking of them.

I purposely bought different candy this year because the kids need new material, right?

I can't just send them the same puns every year...that's no fun. This year I found some gummy fangs, Halloween mini puzzles, and spinning tops.

Some of these puns are a bit of a stretch...but remember, that's the point of a pun.

You're supposed to 'groan' with pain when you hear them, or at least crack a smile. 

I used 6 x 9 manilla envelopes to mail these.
I printed out the letter, added a few encouraging words, then folded it up and placed it in the envelope with the candy. Each package cost about $5.-$6. to mail.

If you'd like to print out my letter- click here. 
*I make my letter in PicMonkey and add in free clip art of the candy.

Take a look at some of my past Halloween Pun Letters.

Candy Pun Letter for College Students

Halloween Candy Letter For a College Student

Halloween College Care Package

Grocery Store College Pun Package

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Candy Pun Letter for College Students

Got candy? Got college kids that need encouragement?
Need some creative, corny puns? I'm your gal.

 
Yes, it's time to send the college kids a little sugar and encouragement that will make them smile. I usually do this around Halloween, since that is when I have an assortment of candy in my house. I try hard not to keep this stuff in my house...why is it so hard not to eat all the chocolate?

This year, I bought a couple of big assortment bags of candy and used the candy names to craft up a letter.
Using free clip art pictures of each piece of candy and inserting them in the Pic Monkey editing program, I created this.

If you'd like to print out my candy letter, Click here.

Yes, I'm aware it's corny, but puns are supposed to be.
Yes, the kids think I'm a little crazy, but that doesn't bother me.
Yes, I'm a pun lover--they all know and expect this from me.

I loaded up an 8.5' x 6" mailer with a copy of the letter, the coordinating candies and a few other Halloween goodies. I love to let these kids know I thinking of them and cheering them on. These are heading to the post office today.

Here's another candy letter with a Halloween theme. Click here. 

Here's a letter using food items from the grocery store. Click here.

Here's some more college care package ideas for you:

Stick With It!                              

   

 College Blues

Orange Survival Study Sack                       
 

Brighten Up Your Semester!

SMART Gift Bag                                     
   

Caramel Apple Dippin' Kit



SNAP To It!                                                            

Bear Themed Care Package
  

Rockin' Care Package

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A Gift of 50+ Scriptural Affirmations of God's Love

Have a girlfriend turning 50? Need a gift to give her? 
Here's a fun idea to celebrate 50 years with 50 affirmations of who God says she is.
Now this is the way to celebrate a big birthday!
(You could also make this work for a friend with a 20th, 25th, 30th or even a 40th birthday. Keep reading to see how.)

We all need to be reminded of the scripture truths of who God says we are...especially when we turn a year older! The Bible is filled with so many affirmations that reveal God's amazing love for us. These are not because of who we are, but because of WHOSE we are. We are His.
We are His creation...created in His image, for a plan and a purpose and for His glory.
When we know and believe these things, we can live with confidence and assurance that we are greatly loved no matter what! No matter what mistakes we've done, choices we've made or issues we're dealing with...WE ARE LOVED! No matter how we feel or how old we are-- we are deeply loved by God. 
What better time to remind a friend of this---than on a milestone birthday!
Here's how I put this together. 

I found a sweet faux floral arrangement at Home Goods that had a foam base in it. The foam base inside the pot allows sticks and skewers to be easily placed into it. Be sure to double check your arrangement and make sure it isn't a solid acrylic block that won't let you add sticks into it. Your arrangement can be any color, but I chose a white one for my friend.

Click here to print out the affirmations and the 50 card. There are actually 55 affirmations in case you want to pick and choose your favorite ones. Trim them all up into rectangles using a paper cutter. Need a good paper cutter? (affiliate linked) I like this one.

(Affiliate links to help you find products.)

Use 50 paper cookie sticks, wooden skewers or plastic treat sticks.
Use the 6", 8" or 12" sticks depending on how tall your arrangement is.
Use 1 longer stick or skewer for the 50 sign (or another milestone #) to place in the middle of the arrangement.

Use a piece of tape to stick each affirmations to the sticks.
Tie on a small piece of ribbon in a simple knot. I found my ribbon at the DollarTree.

Now the fun part...start sticking the affirmation sticks in the floral arrangement-- place them all the way around. Be sure to place the 50 card high above the arrangement in the center. 

I gave my friend this gift for her birthday and told her to put the affirmation sticks in a jar (or around her home) after she reads each one. That way she can enjoy the flower arrangement and continue to enjoy reading the affirmation sticks.

Of course if you'd like to give this gift to a 20, 25, 30 or 40 year-old, you definitely could! Just count out the appropriate number of affirmations and change out the large number card.
Click here to print a 20, 25, 30, 40 or 50 Affirmation Card.
Click here to print off the Affirmations.

Here's some more fun birthday gift ideas!

Birthday Punch Board in a Box

Humorous Gift for a 70-year old

40th Milestone Birthday Gift Idea

Fast Food Birthday Gift Idea

Birthday Gift for a 50 year old.

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