Things You'll Need:
- Decorations
- Party theme
- Tape or tacks to hang decorations
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Step 1
Decide on a theme to make decorating easier. If you do not want an actual theme, simply choose generic decorations like Mylar balloons, banners, napkins and coasters.
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Step 2
Use subtle decorations to help create a theme. Even something as simple as swizzle sticks for drinks add a bit of flair without going overboard.
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Step 3
Look around your house to see what you can use to decorate for your stock-the-bar party. You will save money and showcase more of your own personality by using items you already own.
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Step 4
Choose decorations that are easy to clean up. Silly string may be fun, but it sticks to everything. Think about this as you select decorations and party favors.
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Step 5
Create custom decorations like candle holders or bottle openers that guests can take home as party favors. Select items that match the theme of the party of lend to the stock the bar theme.
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Step 1
Make a list of all the decorations you need to buy to complete the theme for your stock-the-bar party. Try to get the list complete about a week before the party.
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Step 2
Make a budget and stick to it. Without a budget, you may find yourself splurging on something totally unnecessary at the party supply store.
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Step 3
Shop for supplies a few days before the party. You want to give yourself time to pick up last minute items or locate that one hard-to-find decoration.
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Step 4
Pick up extra decorations just in case. Grab an extra bag of streamers or some extra balloons. You never know what might go wrong as you start decorating.
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Step 5
Put the decorations up the day before if you can. You can also start decorating on the morning of the party. Just be sure to give yourself plenty of time and room for errors. Once you actually start getting the decorations together, you may decide to change your whole plan.
