K.R.
Hi E.:
How exciting! First Birthdays are a remarkable event..moreso for the parents. We did a Crayola theme for my son (who is now 3). The colors were great. Centerpieces were a big box of sidewalk chalk with balloons tied to them and we gave them as "door prizes" to one lucky person at each table (taped a picture of a red crayon to the chair). The gift bags were so easy..crayons, markers, etc and it keeps the sweets to a minimum!. ...for during the party, you could create a "coloring table" for the little ones with a paper tablecloth and markers for them to draw away during the festivities. Cupcakes with the bright colors are a great way to avoid spending so much time cutting and serving cake. HOpe this helps...it was great for us. Best of luck