Are you celebrating a spring birthday? Do you know someone who is? There are lots of ways to make the day extra festive, and one of the best, of course, is with a party. Whether you prefer a large, loud event or a small, sedate affair, you can make it special when you add a touch of springtime to it.

To get started, you’ll need birthday invitations, and birthday ecards are a great way to get in touch with everyone quickly. When it comes to the menu, keep the food light and fun to stay in the spirit of the season. Serve blossom-topped cupcakes instead of cake, and decorate the room with flowers for a seasonal flair.

A garden party is a wonderful way to celebrate. This is perfect for an afternoon event, and you can serve tea and pastries—scones are always a favorite. You and your guests can enjoy decorating flowerpots, arranging flowers or making sachets filled with your favorite springtime scents. Everyone can take home their creations, giving them a lovely memento of this seasonal soiree!

If you’re not in the mood for a party, you can still make the day special by spending it outside and enjoying the beauty of nature. Why not pack a picnic and go for a hike? Bring your camera along to capture the freshness of spring in pictures—then be sure to share them with your friends in photo cards.

Regardless of what you do to celebrate, remember that this is the season of all things fresh and new. Whether it’s your birthday or someone else’s, forget about getting older and focus on feeling as young as springtime itself!

In the mood board: Pink Flowered Bicycle Invitation from American Greetings, and Blood Orange and Cherry Cream Scones by The Best Remedy