Spring is in the air and many couples are in the process of finalizing the plans for their weddings. Why do so many couples choose to get married in the spring? Spring is the beginning of a new growing season and cycle of life and many societies and religions believe that spring is a season of fertility. With flowers blossoming and the weather warming many couples want to get married during this season of life.

Many couples who choose to get married during the season of growing and greenery choose to have a spring themed wedding. By adding fresh flowers and other blossoms into the wedding ceremony and reception the entire wedding party can celebrate the beginning of a new season with the beginning of a new marriage. In order to get the most out of a spring themed wedding many couples give away spring themed wedding favors to help guests remember the wedding.

There are many affordable wedding favors that feature a floral or spring time themes. Seeds are the perfect, environmentally friendly, wedding favor that will be appreciated by guests of all ages and backgrounds. When enclosed in a heart shaped or flower shaped box wildflower seeds are an elegant wedding favor that can help celebrate spring in style. Your wedding guests can take these seeds home with them and plant their own wildflowers that will help them remember your wedding each year when the flowers bloom.

Votive candles and gel candles are also fantastic wedding favors that will help guests remember your spring time wedding. These candles are often floral scented or in flower designs. Lavender, lily, and orchid flowers are sweet smelling and a fantastic addition to any household. Each time the candle is lit and spreads its fragrance through the house the home owner will remember your wedding and associate it with a fresh, spring time scent. Candles with flowers suspended in gel are also a fantastic gift. Not everyone uses candles on a regular basis and having a lovely candle to look at will also help remind wedding guests of your spring time wedding.

Another option for couples is combining a variety of small spring time gifts to make one large party favor. A small basket filled with many different favors can be affordable and memorable. Using baskets filled with different items is also a fantastic way to avoid having to choose between many different party favor thoughts. Baskets can be filled will flower seeds, small candles, and anything else that you reckon the wedding guests might like. If baskets are not handy small bags can also be used especially bags that are in pastel colors that are well loved during the spring.

When choosing your wedding favors make sure that you set a budget and stick to it. Do not focus on spend hundreds, or thousands, of dollars on wedding favors that may or may not be useful to your wedding guests. Instead, focus on getting gifts that are thoughtful. Most guests can tell when gifts are well thought out and will appreciate the time spent picking out, and preparing, the wedding favors.

No matter their age, any child with a birthday in April or May looks forward to the warmer weather and the day they will turn one year older. If your child’s birthday is around the corner, you’ll want to consider these suggestions for the ultimate spring party plotting success.

Schedule a party date well in advance. After the lull of winter, spring is a busy season packed with activities. Calendars fill up quickly with Spring Break trips, Easter celebrations, and seasonal sporting events. Weekends can especially become heavily scheduled. Plotting early is the key. Mailing invitations out at least three weeks before the party gives friends a chance to clear their calendars for your child’s special celebration.

Invitations typically include the location of the party. Springtime party plotting requires choosing a location that will work rain or shine. Outdoor venues and activities are tempting this time of year. If you choose to have your party outdoors, be sure to recognize the possibility of rain. Have a backup plot in place. Children often delight in parties at home. Just remember that on rainy days, activities are confined to the indoors, so plot activities that can be easily brought inside. Most importantly, when booking a party location or ordering birthday rentals, entertainment, and décor, be sure to clarify the business’ policy regarding inclement weather.

Once you’ve determined your party date and location, find the perfect spring party theme. Why not use the beauty of the season to inspire your party plotting? Host a garden tea party in the covered area of a local park or nature preserve. Have the kids decorate small pots, fill them with dirt and add seeds. They’ll have a creative and personal party favor to take home with them. If your child would rather dig than plant, spring is a fantastic time to orchestrate a dino dig for your birthday adventurers.

Whatever theme you choose, these simple springtime tips will help as you give your child a priceless birthday gift—a party to be remembered.