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Party Planning 101

We help you plan the perfect party, no matter what your resources are for time, energy or money. Party planning ideas from easy or cheap to awesome!


party planning guide

Even if you’re used to party planning, it’s easy to overlook details in the excitement (or disagreements).

And if you’re new to the party planning scene, you might fall into the trap of doing the basics that you’ve seen done a million times before. Here’s our information & inspiration to planning the perfect party.


How to Plan a Party

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Ultimate Party Planning Guide

Easily organize your party every step of the way. Begins with planning 6 weeks before the party and covers everything you’ll need to know right up to the day of party. Also includes reminders after the party for thank yous.

  • Helps focus on the important elements, making decisions easier. Gives you exciting fresh ways to wow your crowd.
  • Prioritizes to stay within your budget, so you can throw a party that amazes without the post-party blues when you get your credit card statement.

Download the FREE Quick-Glance Party Planning Checklist and Party Planning Guide.

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Party Invitation Ideas

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How To Create Party Invitations that Excite

Kids are always excited to get a card inviting them to their classmate’s birthday party. They put it on the fridge and count down the days. But how to get adults excited – and kids super excited?

The gift party invitation appeals to the senses and offers a taste of what’s to come. They are the first impression of your awesome party and whets guests’ enthusiasm for your “can’t miss” event. We show you how to create party invitations that excite.

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Party Games

Party Games Ideas

Games are a great way to:

  • give everyone something to do while waiting for all the guest to arrive
  • entertain and amaze your guests
  • get guests to meet each other if they’re strangers
  • work off all the energy from excitement
  • have a slow down period to transition from activity to eating, watching a movie or opening gifts
Adult Games that Don't Require Equipment

Adult Games That Don’t Require Equipment

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10 Classic Party Games with Versions for All Ages

Limbo backwards party Game

Backwards Party Games for Kids & Adults

Backwards Party Games & Icebreaker Ideas


Party Themes

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We know that there are times when:

  • you have a limited budget
  • you have no time or energy to prepare
  • or you want to go BIG for an extra special occasion

Every theme allows you to make choices according to needs.

See our list of party themes for new ways to get your family and friends together.

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