Step1
Set the MOOD.
Lighting is very important in setting the mood of your party. Big white candles are elegant for any theme. Do your lights have dimmers? Then dim the lights! If not, use soft colored bulbs with candles. DO you want it to feel cool or warm? Use blue bulbs for cool, or soft pink bulbs for a warmer feel.
Step2
the right FOOD.
It's best to go with bite-size everything. It's less messy and awkward. Some ideas to try:
Mini Cupcakes
Mini Quiches
Mini Burgers
Mini Sandwiches
Cherry Tomatoes
Mini Tarts
Serve whatever you want, but keep it small. Also keep in mind that people LOVE comfort food. Have a buffet of mini foods, appetizers, yummy desserts and a fun bar with specialty drinks.
Step3
Be COOL.
You are the hostess, so even if you are stressed out or frazzled, play it cool. Make introductions as guests arrive to keep people mingling and having a good time.
Step4
Look HOT.
If you feel overdressed for the party...perfect! You should look the best! Looking and dressing your best will make you FEEL your best. Dress fancy and you will shine as hostess.
Step5
Scent.
If the mood lighting candles you are using do not have a scent, find something that gives off the scent you want for your party. Just remember to stay away from sicky sweet smelling candles/ potpouris.
Step6
Flowers.
Find a bold bouquet(s) to spruce up the place. One on the buffet table would be great as well as any other side tables or coffee tables.
Step7
Music.
Keep music going constantly. No one likes weird silence at a party. Play a variety of music including all time classics from the Jackson Five, Jimmy Buffet, Journey, Bob Marley, Guns N' roses, Aerosmith, Madonna, to Jay-Z, Gnarls Barkley, Brittney Spears, Kanye West, Snoop Dogg and whatever else you like in-between. Make a playlist on your computer or Ipod, hook it up to the stereo system and let it go all night!
Step8
Entertainment.
Keep a few games on hand for people to play if conversation gets dull or the party is lagging. Have at least 1 deck of cards. "Catch Phrase" is great because you don't have to set up any game pieces. You can just divide into teams and play, the game device keeps track of score. Scene It is fun too. There's nothing like games and competition to help loosen people up and feel more comfortable.
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Triskit said
on 12/13/2007 and don't forget the old time old classic....Kareoke ;)