Comments on: Simply Stated: 5 Favorite Party Planning Tips

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:00:42 +0000

This is a very informative blog!! Tons of great ideas to make life easier for the Birthday Party planner. Keep up the great work!

By: Lisa

Lisa — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 18:02:43 +0000

A great way to have a fantastic party is to be a truly relaxed host or hostess. Having a little party help goes a long way toward helping the host de-stress. Hiring a bartender, server or sous-chef is much less expensive than many people think and it is an awesome way to make any event extra special!

By: Nicole

Nicole — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:11:37 +0000

Good Afternoon,I saw the comments about weddings, and parties, and since my best friend Alice is getting married in July, I thought I would add a quick comment. she is seriously worrying about the cost, I think it is all the little things that add up really. I wanted to share a tip with you all. My friend is having a hen weekend which will include a spa day, a day at a theme park, and prob a rather drunken night out! Instead of sending all her hens paper invites (which would have cost a fortune) she is opting for e-Card invites. I was a bit baffled by her idea, but then she explained to me that they are better for the environment as no paper is required, and as long as you choose a free site, then the service won’t cost a penny! Result! She told me that she had found a Free Invitation e-Card site. I checked it out and it looks really cool, lots of funny cards. There are loads of e-Card sites out there, so it may be worth doing your own research and finding one that suites you best. Hope this helps, and good luck everyone on your forthcoming weddings. Love and Hugs, Nicole.

By: Online Poster Printing

Online Poster Printing — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:07:52 +0000

Those tips were really helpful. I have a plan to host a surprised party for a friend. I’m sure I will be having the best one ever with those great ideas… Thank you so much!!

By: Sprout

Sprout — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 13:07:57 +0000

My number 1 tip is to remember that I’m the only one who knows what the big plan is, so if I run out of time or something doesn’t get accomplished, no one knows but me.

By: Jan

Jan — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 02:24:13 +0000

My 3 helpful hints are:
1.) Go to your local dollar store. They always have candy and fun decorative items that you can use for festive table toppers! I once found pink baby shoes that served a good purpose as balloon holders!

2.) When in doubt on what cocktail to serve, you can never go wrong with champagne! And a raspberry if you need an extra color kick!

3.) I like to use my good china coffee cups and saucers even if it is a casual party! We’ve had coffee out of them and dessert too! I think people appreciate when you make an effort to use your china, plus it brings a touch of elegance to the soirre!

By: Does the Dress Fit

Does the Dress Fit — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 22:23:47 +0000

I agree, five was definitely the best advice. People can read your expression and if nobody knows you are freaking out because you dropped two dozen deviled eggs, then you are a pro!!!

By: Lindsan

Lindsan — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:48:22 +0000

There are a few things that I think help you as a hostess:

1. Be a hoarder. Having a lot of different decorative stuff like faux flowers, glass beads, candle holders, napkins and so on will help to decorate the place beautifully. Stock up on sales.

2. Pick a theme and stick to it. Serving food and drinks, and playing music that fits the theme will make people appreciate the party even more.

3. Make sure to have fun both before and during the party. Don’t slave for days or weeks ahead of a party if you don’t like it – it will show in the results, and the guests won’t have fun if the host is stressed and rushed or not taking the time to enjoy it.

By: Chris

Chris — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:30:53 +0000

My favorite part of throwing a party is the decorating and design of the party space. I am known for setting up the main area(usually the dining room) a week before the event. Then all I have to worry about over the week is cleaning house(a little each day) and preparing food/drink.

I have learned to LOVE my freezer! I like to make dishes ahead of time and freeze them so all I have to do before the party is put it in the oven! Other easy food tricks: meatballs in the crockpot are a no brainer; cut veggie crudite always gets eaten; dips feed a lot of people and are easy to put together ahead of time.

For cocktails, never underestimate the power of those flavored mixers! Just add liquor and you have a signature cocktail for the evening!

Shall I shut up now?!

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By: Ashlyn Carter

Ashlyn Carter — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:14:26 +0000

Those are some great tips..I like #5 the best – the party is only as smooth as the hostess appears!