Children’s Party Bag Ideas 

In this article

1. Why Make Your Own Children’s Party Bags?
2. DIY Party Bag Themes
3. What You Need
4. How to Make DIY Children’s Party Bags 

Kids love a good party, but do you know what they love even more? DIY party bags! These colourful bags of fun are a great way to thank your little party people for coming and sharing in the fun. But there’s no need to bankrupt yourself making them – with a little inventiveness they can be budget-friendly, fun to personalise and the ideal way to carry the theme of your party. From superheroes and fairytales to sports stars and movie nights, we’ve got fun ideas and recipes filled with all your favourite Nestlé treats!

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Why Make Your Own Children’s Party Bags? 

Store-bought party bags may be convenient, but DIY party bags let you to customise the contents. With a little planning, you can tailor the party bags to suit any theme, age group, and dietary preferences. Plus, you can control the portion sizes of each sweet treat.

Choose paper DIY party bags and carefully consider the recyclability of the items you include. Aim for gifts that children will genuinely enjoy and use, rather than ones that are likely to be quickly discarded. Your kids will always appreciate the extra effort, and they can even contribute colourful thank-you notes for each bag.  
 

DIY Party Bag Themes 

The theme of the party should dictate the party bag themes, so here are a few ideas to get the disco ball rolling!  
 

1. Superhero Party Bags 

Let little heroes take home a power-packed goodie bag. 

What to include:

• Mini superhero masks or capes  
• Temporary tattoos or superhero stickers
• Divide a pack of superhero Top Trumps cards between the bags so the kids can trade.
• Give each child a superhero name tag and let them pick their own funny name!
   

2. Fairy Tale and Princess Party Bags 

Create magical, glitter-filled moments for the party of princesses.  

What to include:

• Mini tiaras or wands
• Ready-made friendship bracelets – or set up a station to make them on the day.  
• Mini fairy-tale books
• Colouring pens or pencils and a small princess diary.  
• Our Raspberry and Milkybar® Hearts would be the perfect treat for your regal little ladies.  
   

3. Animals and Jungle Party Bags  

A roaringly fun party pack for an animal-themed bash.

What to include:

• Animal masks and stickers
• Mini stuffed animals or fluffy animal keyrings.  
• A personalised ticket to get their face painted by a professional (or an arty friend!) at the party.  
   

4. Sports Party Bags 

Great for active little athletes!

What to include:

• Mini footballs or bouncy balls.
• Wrist or head bands
• Whistles  
   

5. Movie Night Party Bags 

For little movie fans who love a good cinema experience. 

What to include:

• Small popcorn bags with a small pack of Smarties® so they can create a sweet and salty combination.
• A personalised ticket to the movie.
• Movie-themed stickers or colouring pages.
• Glow-in-the-dark bracelets
   

What you Need

Before getting started, here’s a checklist of what you’ll need:   

• Bags or containers: choose paper bags, mini boxes or fabric pouches. Your local party store or online store will often carry themed bags or boxes. A nice finishing touch is having something to close them with, like twist ties or ribbons.
• Themed goodies: small toys, stickers, and accessories that match your party theme. Avoid bubble mixes or slime! They are more mess than they are worth, and the parents will thank you.  
• Treats and snacks: go for a mix of sweet and savoury, including Nestlé treats, biscuits, homemade goods, dried fruit and nuts, or a juice box. It’s always a good idea to ask about any allergies when you send out the invite, and keep portion sizes in mind.  
• Decorations: finish your party packs in style with colourful tissue paper, ribbons and thank-you tags or cards for a personalised touch. 
   

How to Make DIY Children’s Party Bags

As easy as one, two, three, four, five.  

1. Pick your container according to your theme.  
2. Fill it with your 4-5 themed goodies and make sure everything is sealed properly. Pack the heavier items at the bottom of the packs.  
3. Finish the pack with some colourful tissue paper, ribbons, or a thank-you note.
4. Seal the packs and label each one with a name.  
5. Store them in a large box or plastic container for easy transport. 
    

Tips for Making the Perfect Party Bags

• Set a party pack budget and stick to it! The little extras soon add up.
• Keep the toys and treats age-appropriate.  
• Skip the messy activities unless it is part of the party theme.  
• Avoid hard sweets, which could present choking hazards.
• Don’t forget to inquire about allergies or dietary requirements on the invitation.  

It’s Party Time

With all the options, party shops, themes and Nestlé treats to choose from, creating DIY party bags has never been easier! They add a personal touch to any celebration and ensure every little guest leaves with a little something special. So why not give it a try?