Hey there! I’m Katie, the founder of Katie J Design and Events. Here you’ll find party ideas, decorating tips and practical advice to help you create a celebration that feels personal, whether you’re planning a kids’ birthday, a milestone celebration or a special event.
Many of these ideas come from celebrations with my own family, alongside the wonderful parties our customers have shared with us. There’s also advice on personalised decorations, designing your own artwork and making the most of custom printing for your business or event.
Beyond the party planning, Katie’s Perspectives brings together my thoughts and experiences on business, parenting, community and equality, including my International Women’s Day series.
Browse the categories below to find something that sparks an idea for your next celebration, project or conversation.
Hey there! I’m Katie, the founder of Katie J Design and Events. Here you’ll find party ideas, decorating tips and practical advice to help you create a celebration that feels personal, whether you’re planning a kids’ birthday, a milestone celebration or a special event.
Many of these ideas come from celebrations with my own family, alongside the wonderful parties our customers have shared with us. There’s also advice on personalised decorations, designing your own artwork and making the most of custom printing for your business or event.
Beyond the party planning, Katie’s Perspectives brings together my thoughts and experiences on business, parenting, community and equality, including my International Women’s Day series.
Browse the categories below to find something that sparks an idea for your next celebration, project or conversation.
Picture your celebration before you decorate. Follow our pastel backyard party walkthrough and learn how to use the free Party Space Planner to arrange decorations, explore colours and save your ideas.
From cardboard boxes to event photo props! See how I used custom Gamma logo stickers, reused cardboard and a box cutter to make photo props for Her Tech Circle’s Gamma workshop.
A practical, step-by-step birthday banner backdrop tutorial using a stand, S hooks, twine, foil fringe and balloons, plus Paige's personalised photo banner reveal.
Discover how custom event name tags, coordinated signage and branded chocolate labels can help events feel welcoming, professional and consistently on-brand.
Design your own party banners, stickers, labels, apparel and more in Canva, then upload the finished artwork for professional printing by Katie J Design & Events.
Not sure which custom design or artwork service you need? Compare party theme design, matching product adaptations, print preparation and corporate design services.
Age-appropriate birthday party theme ideas for children aged two to five, with practical tips for personalised decorations and stress-free planning.
18th and 21st birthday party ideas, popular themes, personalised decoration tips, photo inspiration and practical planning advice for Australian celebrations.
Milestone birthday party ideas for ages 25 to 100, with elegant themes, personalisation tips and links to shop every major age collection.
Birthday party theme ideas for tweens and teens aged 10 to 17, from gaming and neon to disco, festival, movie night, sport and stylish colour themes.
Fun birthday party ideas for children aged six to nine, including gaming, science, superheroes, animals, pool parties and personalised decorations.