Checklist For The Perfect Party

January 3, 2007

Nothing brings people together like a good party. Why not throw one of your own? The key to a fabulous function is planning. Refer to this handy checklist to help you prepare everything from the guest list to post-party clean up.
* Pick the date.
* Determine a location (if it will be in your home, you will want to clean the day prior)
* Make sure you have enough seating. (you may want to rearrange some furniture to accommodate your guests)
* Select a theme or mood. (a formal dinner party or Hawaiian luau)
* Create your guest list.
* Choose and mail or email invitations.
* Purchase or make your decorations.
* Solicit helpers for the big event.
* Plan the Menu.
* If you are cooking, prepare as much, as possible, of the food ahead of time.
* Don’t forget the beverages.
* Decide on music. (pre-programmed CD’s, DJ or band)
* Treat yourself to a new outfit for the occasion.
* Have disposable cameras on hand to capture the fun.
* Relax and enjoy!