Other Types of Parties

Oprah has announced she will finish her TV show during its 25th season. She has been there for us with her inspiring and exciting talk show moments. Let's remember her best moments and give her a...

Instead of shop til you drop, why not swap til you drop? A swap party is a budget friendly way to get new things without paying one cent!

Lights.. Camera.. Action.. You can have a super fun kids movie party they'll never forget. Now your child can star in their very own movie. Perfect for birthdays, school activities, library...

Whether used for safety, night diving, night sports, concerts, parties or special events, glow sticks provide convenient sources of light without the use of electricity or heat. The glow stick,...

With the many different types of cancer that are out there, just about everybody knows somebody who has it. For patients, families and friends, cancer can create a scary scenario of hospitals,...

How to have a special yet cost friendly adoption party for a child.

Banquets are used to celebrate a number of different types of occasions and are an enjoyable way to get together. Hold banquets to congratulate a new couple, recognize people who are receiving...

One of the most important parts of hosting a banquet is staying within your budget. That means, you need to figure out your overhead costs as close to the penny as possible. You want your guests...

A smoke machine produces a great effect for a party or concert. A dense fog makes a spooky setting or enhances colored or strobe lights. Commercial smoke machine solutions can be expensive, but...

A quinceanera is a Hispanic coming of age ceremony for a girl---similar to a sweet sixteen birthday party or a Jewish bat mitzvah---honoring the 15th birthday. The celebrations are similar due to...

The holidays are a time when family gathers and large meals are served. but most tables are not large enough to host the extended group. This creates a need for more table space. Extra tables are...

Impress all of the friends and family members on your guest list by creating dapper tuxedo-style cards to invite them to a birthday party, wedding event or black tie dinner. Turn basic craft...

Star Wars birthday parties are fun for boys and girls alike. A new generation has been introduced to Star Wars because of the Episode I, II and III movies and the Clone Wars cartoons, and parents...

Online invitations are an easy way to send out event information without ever having to lick an envelope or even leave home. Web-based invites might not be formal, but they are definitely a simple...

Miniature candy bars are a great item to give away as favors for weddings, baby showers, birthday parties and even a Halloween party. Create your own decorative wrappers to put around the candy...

Guests use napkins during parties to wipe up spills and to avoid messes while they're eating. They're a must for any party-supply shopping list. But napkins can also serve a third purpose: party...

National Grandparents Day was originated by Fayette County, West Virginia, housewife Marian McQuade, who hoped to persuade grandchildren to tap the wisdom and heritage their grandparents could...

Invite guests to your next bash with fun, printed ticket invitations. Whether you're inviting friends to join a carnival-themed children's party, movie night or other event, this easy process will...

Calculating serving portions for banquets can be one of the most difficult tasks of planning an event. Creating the appearance of a full, bountiful buffet can often lead to wasted, uneaten food,...

You have a bouquet of already-blown-up helium balloons ready for some party or gathering, you leave them there for some reason, and then suddenly, without even touching them, one or a few of them...

Hosting a direct sales party can be a fun and profitable venture. Most home party sales hostesses are offered discounted and free merchandise as well as bonus items. The amount of hostess benefits...

For race fans or kids who love cars, a race or car theme party may be the perfect celebration for a birthday or other special occasion. "Rev up" your guests before the party by creating your own...

A Quince, or Quinceanera, is a celebration in many Latin cultures of a girl's 15th birthday and her transition into womanhood. You can buy professionally created invitations to beckon your guests...

When hosting a party with a live band, warn guests beforehand regarding live music. Take into account the various music tastes of those on your invitation list, when selecting the band you would...

Special events coordinators can be a great help for those who are unwilling or unable to plan large events by themselves. They can work to find vendors, plan the event details, and get everything...

Mixed martial arts events on pay-per-view television provide the perfect excuse to invite over a few friends, have a few drinks, eat some greasy food, and watch the fights. Hosting your own UFC /...

Tulle isn't just for tutus! This versatile fabric can add a touch of glamour to your holiday or party decor. Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving, Kwanzaa, or an anniversary, incorporating...

Whether it's to welcome a new baby or to celebrate an engagement or another occasion for congratulations, throwing a surprise party can be a fun way to share an exciting event. Hosting a surprise...

A hatbox-shaped invitation is a clever way to invite guests to an afternoon tea, Victorian-themed party, Red Hat Society event or any other sophisticated gathering. A few simple steps can help you...

Seal-and-send invitations are an affordable alternative to traditional card and envelope wedding invitations. This all-in-one style invitation is also considered a more environmentally friendly...

You can easily light a dance floor in inventive ways, without spending the extra money on expensive lighting setups. The most important thing to keep in mind when coming up with your own lighting...

Blocking hotel rooms is very important if you are planning any large event that a lot of people are traveling to. Some of the reasons why you may block a group of hotel rooms would be...

Get your guests excited about a science-theme birthday party before they arrive with some clever invitations. The "mad scientist" invitees will enjoy opening and decoding the hidden information...

Making your own invitations can be financially beneficial, but many homemade invitations suffer from an appearance that is distinctly--well, homemade. This does not have to be the case, however....

Whether you have access to a graphic design program or you download an invitation layout online, you can use any design as a starting point for creating custom invitations. Using a self-publishing...

Whether you are organizing a gathering or writing your holiday cards, it is important to fill out the address label on the front of your envelope correctly. To address an envelop in a formal...

An elegant party for an anniversary, a wedding, or a prom calls for a stunning centerpiece. Being creative with items such as fishbowls or decorative stones can create a lovely centerpiece for...

Traditional square or rectangular invitations are effective in providing the necessary information, but for a fun change, why not try a cutout shape invitation? Cutouts can be created for almost...

A poker party can be a good theme for a birthday party or even just a regular get-together to play cards. Jazz up your place with some simple, inexpensive themed party decorations that you make...

Pocketfold invitations are a fun, innovative way to send guests your event information. A simple card and pocket invitation can be customized to fit your event, whether you are planning a...

Whether you're planning a themed party for a holiday or a wedding reception, the rules are the same when the number of people invited exceeds the amount you're used to hosting. Don't fret, though,...

Throwing a creepy party is easy with the right accouterments. In fact, the creepiest parties do not utilize smoke machines or Halloween-like decorations. The best parties utilize space, darkness,...

Providing a variety of nutritional supplements and environmentally friendly cleaning products, the Shaklee Corporation is making a comeback in popularity. Today, Shaklee parties are on the rise,...

Normal dinner parties can be so stale, but there is a new way to host a party where everyone is involved and has a good time: a paella party. Paella, a traditional Spanish dish made with rice,...

Microsoft Works has many different templates in which you can do a lot of different things. You can even plan a party, whether it is a birthday party, christmas party, party at work, a wedding,...

Western theme parties are a blast for kids of all ages and aren't just for boys. You can give your little cowgirl a party to remember with fun food, games and costumes. Get your guests excited to...

Do you need to rent a banquet hall but aren't sure of the size you'll need? You can calculate the size of the banquet hall with some basic measurements to determine if the site is large enough to...

In the southern United States, Mardi Gras is the mother of all parties. Mardi Gras literally means "Fat Tuesday." It's the day faithful Catholics enjoy a little excess before entering into the...

A gable-style tent is a favorite type of shelter for an outdoor party. Supported with aluminum or steel tubing and covered with a thick fabric or tarp, the gable tent is light enough for you to...

If you're planning a bridal or baby shower or a party for one of your girlfriends, there are party favors you can give away that are made especially for women. Purchasing party favors can add cost...