Shaa’ista Kathree is this month’s gift shopper, and with 10 years of party planning experience under her belt, there’s no better person to share her ideas for sourcing items for the best kid’s party ever!
Shaa’ista has two children, and her daughter Yara, who is nine years old, simply loves everything glittery and sparkly. Shaa’ista works in digital marketing. Have fun shopping with Shaa’ista.
BARBIE TAKKIES
Barbie walks tall. Shaa’ista holds the Barbie Movie Denim print pink takkie, R1 699; other Barbie takkies include the Barbie Movie print takkie, R1 599,99; and the Barbie white takkie, R1 599,99. Superga.
CUTE AND CUDDLY
Choose from a range of soft toys in every shape, size, colour, and price. Gift bag, R19; pink unicorn bag, R109; lilac hat box, R89, with Hello Bunny inside, R225; pink kitten cup, R69. Panda Stores.
COOL WATCHES
Swatch pastel watches in a choice of lilac, pink or green, each R2 950. Swatch.
PARTY FUN
Every child – girl or boy – has hidden creativity just waiting to burst out and surprise us. Here are some fun creative additions to keep little ones busy at your next party. A Khoki Art and Craft Glue and Glitter Set, R149,99; Colour your own Fashion Bag, R119,95; Balloon Arch Set, R199,98. The Crazy Store.
ALL DRESSED UP
No party is complete without the birthday girl in her special party dress. Green dress, R529,99; Have fun Alice band, R129,99. H&M.
PRETTY PERFECT
The perfect gift for little girls. Donut eye shadow palette, R129; lilac mug, R30; turquoise game controller, R29; glitter eye shadow palette, R69. Panda Stores.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAKE
Spoilt for choice – but Shaa’ista didn’t hesitate in choosing the Pinata Birthday Cake, R699, for her daughter’s next party; Happy birthday cut-out sign, R38. Chateau Gateaux.
All items are available from Gateway stores. View a full list of stores on www.gatewayworld.co.za