Party Planning Tips for the
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Everyone loves a party, but planning one can be daunting. From the guest list to grocery shopping, you need a strategy to get it done. Use the organizer below to help you stay on track.
Three weeks before:
* Plan your guest list and send out invitations. U.S. Mail, phone calls and e-mail are all options.
* Take inventory. Do you have enough chairs, tables and dishes? Make plans to rent or borrow what you don't have. Or, choose to use disposables.
* Plan the menu and prepare the shopping list. Note which foods can be made ahead and frozen.
Two weeks before:
* Plan your decorations and centerpieces. Consider adding a festive flourish to your table with edible topiaries that are not only fun decorations, but help you serve food, too. Instructions are at right, or log onto www.styrofoamcrafts.com.
* Prepare foods that can be frozen.
* Choose the party music.
One week before:
* Contact guests who have not yet RSVP'd.
* Shop for non-perishables and store them in a convenient place.
* Clear away clutter and create space for a crowd. If necessary, hire a cleaning service.
* Make room in the closet for coats.
Two days before:
* Set the table with linens and serving pieces.
* Shop for perishables and prepare remaining menu items.
* Create your decorations.
* Set up the bar and beverage area.
Our final advice:
Ask friends and family to help out. And, enjoy the party!
Remember if cooking for a group of people isn’t your thing Naughty Gull is happy to cater your next event so you can relax and enjoy the fun with your guests.