Archive for the ‘Birthday Parties’ Category

There is a new song out by LMFAO featuring Lil’ Jon called Shots. I have to be honest, every time I hear this song, I become pumped up and realized it is a perfect song to play when hosting a party. People get out of their seats and instantly go to the table holding the liquor. At your next event have a signature shot and once this song comes on, give them out. Below are some shots you can use at your next party.

Kamikaze (shooter) (serves one) Read the rest of this entry »

Planning an event can often times be an expensive ordeal. In addition to buying all of the food and decorations, you also have to purchase party favors. An inexpensive way to provide party favors at your event is to utilize plates and napkins. Here are a few artistic ways that you can turn your party plates and napkins into creative party favors and decorations.

• Fortune Napkins – A fun way to turn your napkins into a party favor is to have fortunes printed onto the center of the napkins. When your guests unfold their napkins, they will see their fortune.
• Custom Printed Paper Napkins or Plates – You could customize your napkins and plates by printing dates, names or events on them. Read the rest of this entry »

When decorating for an event, particularly one being held at home, it can become frustrating trying to find a focal point. But the frustration stops here, because not only is Amazon selling a fantastic focal point for your next event, the object is extremely sensible and functional.

Nostalgia Electrics LPF210 Lighted Party Fountain is a wise purchase since it has various functions. Read the rest of this entry »

AT THE EVENT:

Transportation

• Encourage carpooling, public transportation, biking or walking.
• If having a larger event, rent bio fueled vehicles for guests, ie: limos, buses, vans and cars.

Table Settings

• Choose china and glassware instead of using paper and plastic plates and cups. If you must use disposable, be sure to make sure it is recyclable or easy to compost.
• Buy or rent fabric reusable table coverings and napkins instead of paper or plastic.
• Use local in season flowers in centerpieces or instead, try to use unique non-flower pieces into your theme.

Things to Remember

• Promote your efforts to make your event green.
• Tell your guests about any additional event-related material that is available online.
• Make sure all recycling containers are marked and easy for your guests to access.
• Provide a place for name badge return and other reusable materials as your guests exit.

AFTER THE EVENT:

Cleanup

• Recycle or reuse leftover paper products.
• Work with the venue to compost and donate any leftover food items.
• Be sure to use eco-friendly cleaning products if you can.

It is very important that we take care of the environment because our resources are dwindling. People are slowly but surely starting to take heed and change their lifestyles in order to “go green,” however,  many people feel that it is a burden to be environmentally friendly so here are some easy and quick ways to green your next event!

PRIOR TO THE EVENT:

Invitations

• Virtual invitations sent by e-mail or through social networking Web sites are easy and quick, in addition to being more inexpensive than using paper.
• If you do decide to print your invitations, select recycled paper. If you want to go the extra mile, print your invitations using a vegetable or soy-based ink printer.

Registration

• Using online registration is a simple way to manage, organize and track guests. Many systems allow guests to print their own badges or you could also use the same vegetable or soy-based printer to print them yourself.
• Keep and reuse plastic name badge holders after each event. Read the rest of this entry »