Entertaining Ideas

Event coordinators commonly sell raffle tickets at events as a quick and easy way to collect donations toward a cause. Everyone is hoping to win the "pot," whether it is a gift basket, trip,...

Show your creativity and stick to a strict budget by avoiding store-bought party decorations. Design your own paper party embellishments with craft supplies such as cardstock, patterned paper and...

Cloth napkins add a touch of elegance to any event or meal. For a romantic touch, consider folding napkins into the shape of a champagne bottle and placing them either in the champagne glass or on...

Assigning meanings to specific flowers is an ancient practice. The tradition continues today as people give flowers to express their thoughts and feelings.

Glassware adds a stylish touch to any home décor. Whether you create a beautiful display in your living room or dress up a dinner table for a special occasion, using glassware to decorate...

A carefully-arranged buffet is an efficient and inviting way to serve a large number of guests. A buffet allows diners to pick and choose at their own discretion, and eliminates the need for table...

Party-supply stores offer a variety of paraphernalia to make your party successful; however, many times they lack what you need, due to your choice of theme or price range. In these instances--or...

Party tickets are generally needed for big parties where the host will not necessarily know everyone who is in attendance. They can also be useful for formal galas and events when the guests are...

Decorations can be used to transform a simple space into an elegant event. Banquet table décor has a large part in the overall decoration of the room. Each table should be similar in...

A café party is a fun and festive theme for any get together--birthday, bridal shower, or just because. Making favors for a café party couldn't be easier.

Just because it's the winter season doesn't mean there is a lack of colorful, creative table decorations. Although the trees have withered away and spring is far from beginning, you can...

Having a signature drink at your party can help you to tie in a particular theme. Drink margaritas at a Mexican party or mai tais at an island party. Making special drinks when having a party also...

Nothing enhances a dinner quite like perfectly folded fabric dinner napkins. The simple act of folding a square dinner napkin instantly transforms an ordinary place setting. Consider this simple...

Tulle is a fabric that is used to add color and energy to events. The most common colors are cream or white, but tulle comes in a variety of colors that easily can add vibrancy and professionalism...

If you're planning a party and running over budget, find ways to save money and still have decorations that suit the theme and tone of the event. Instead of buying expensive, pre-printed plates...

Using recycled materials to decorate for an eco-friendly party or other event is a great way to show your creativity and make the decorations reflect the theme of the party. The supply list is...

Expect your chocolate fountain to be the most popular attraction at weddings, birthdays, baby or wedding showers, reunions, and holiday events. If you have a chocolate fountain, you must also have...

Confetti has been a favorite party decoration for decades. Bar Mitzvah parties, weddings, New Year's Eve parties, birthdays, graduation, pep rallies, Halloween parties and sports celebrations, all...

A submerged centerpiece is a clear vase with flowers or other items submerged in water. Whether it's for a wedding, a dinner party, a bridal shower or simply for your own kitchen table, a...

When hosting a party, the table decoration can enhance the mood you are trying to set. For children's birthday parties, the table becomes part of the overall decoration scheme and should be fun...

In 1978, a disco band named Chic released their third single called, "Le Freak." Chic's song became a hit, landing at number one on the record charts soon after its debut. It remained in the...

Homemade candy pouches add a personal touch to party favors. Choose colors, patterns and materials that reflect the party theme and add charms and ribbon for extra decoration.

Creating your own candy bar wrapping favors is easier than you think, and it adds an extra, personal touch to the tasty treats. You can make many types of wrappers, depending on the supplies and...

Whether for a party favor, wedding favor, unique gifts or Halloween, printable candy wrappers can add a personal touch to a sweet treat. Add photos, artwork or personalized greetings to turn an...

Sometimes you want that club experience, but you just don't feel like going out. Standing in a line for hours, paying a cover, shelling out cash for expensive drinks and trying to move around in a...

Fresh flowers can always brighten up a room. However, fresh flowers also wither and die. Consider using silk flowers instead. Besides saving money, an advantage with silk flowers is that you can...

An afternoon with the kids, a family reunion, game night with friends or a work party are all times when free, printable bingo cards will come in handy. A few hours of fun can be made easy with...

Hawaiian-themed parties are fun, simple and great for all ages to enjoy. It's easy to get a bit carried away with themes, but familiarizing yourself with the beautiful Hawaiian culture can make...

Designing your own toilet paper roll adds a bit of comical humor to a party, celebration or special occasion. Add an element of surprise by using designs like crossword puzzles, origami paper...

The casual, laid-back atmosphere of a bar can inspire fun, off-beat ways to raise money, but there are some general guidelines to follow. Collect donations upfront with a door cover charge. Try to...

Create the look of elegant clouds by incorporating layers of tulle onto a tabletop. Tulle is a semi-transparent soft mesh netting. The netting has a hexagonal pattern and comes in a variety of...

Learning to dance should be on everyone's to-do list. Dancing provides a unique form for self expression, good cardio exercise, and an excellent reason to socialize. Beginning dancers may feel a...

Golf tournaments are great way to raise money for charities. For many golfers, participating in a tournament that raises money for charities is one of the best ways to combine participating in...

Planning a talent show is a fun way to involve members of the community. Not only can they participate as performers, but they can also enjoy your talent show as audience members. If you are a...

You can drop confetti on a waiting crowd through a variety of homemade methods. From a simple overturned net that dumps large quantities at once to a gentle, snowing effect that slowly and lightly...

Classic quilt designs make interesting, repeating patterns that adapt well to cake decorating. Additionally, quilt designs are frequently blocked out, which makes them easy to work out in a grid...

Japanese décor is known for its Zen-like tranquility and simplicity. Reinvent this timeless beauty at your next party with decorations that are common in Japan, such as paper lanterns and...

Hosting an authentic Mexican fiesta requires planning. The key to a Mexican fiesta is to keep it casual. Mexican fiestas are filled with bright colors, games, music and delicious food.

Giving a gift of food is an enjoyable, cost-effective way to share your favorite recipes, help someone or say "I miss you" or "Thanks." Many people welcome already-prepared or easy-to-prepare food...

Napkins are usually relegated to utilitarian roles. Even at special functions when cloth napkins are used, they are usually plain and white. Add another layer to the decor at your next event by...

Sign-language interpreters use American Sign Language (ASL) to translate spoken language to deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals. They spend countless hours on training courses, certification...

When planning a romantic dinner you want to be sure that you cover all your bases so that the evening flows smoothly. By ironing out the details ahead of time you will set the stage for a romantic...

You can hold a successful silent auction by offering items that generate a great amount of interest. Approach businesses in your area and get them behind your cause. They'll probably want to...

If you are planning a Sunday night lesson or a weekend retreat, be sure to include games and activities that are enjoyable and entertaining along with the more serious, life lessons. These games...

The idea of having a high-quality home theater may be appealing, but the costs of the equipment make the idea an elusive fantasy to many. Still, there are times when the size of a television...

Decorating your home with crepe paper is an affordable way to add a personal touch to ordinary spaces. Use this selection of clever ideas for crepe paper décor for your next room makeover...

Confetti poppers, also known as party poppers, are a popular party toy designed to make a popping sounds and eject confetti when a spring is pulled. In order to contain the confetti, as well as...

Reduce, reuse and recycle is the mantra of earth friendly proponents. Being earth friendly doesn't have to be painful. By making small changes, you can make a difference to the environment....

As a general rule of thumb, you should prepare one pound of food per person for snacks, and one and a half pounds of food per person for the entrée. Of course, you know your dinner crowd...

Your school's traditions will determine which school spirit ideas will work best, but it's always a good idea to Involve the student body in the activities. There are many ways cheerleaders can...