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Maureen and I are busy planning out our year right now – which entails parties galore<\/em>! \u00a0We thought it would be helpful to create a party planning checklist for those of you new to the party world. \u00a0We put together a list of tasks so you can easily organize any themed event. \u00a0We get questions all the time as to how we create our parties from start to finish, so we hope this will be useful to some of you!<\/p>\n

Download this link for your Free Printable: \u00a0andersruff – FREE PRINTABLE PARTY CHECKLIST<\/a><\/p>\n

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Here are the basics!<\/p>\n

1 TO 2 MONTHS BEFORE:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

SELECT PARTY THEME & COLORS \u00a0{it is important to carry out the colors & theme throughout the entire event, starting with the invitation – and ending with party favors, all coordinating perfectly}
\nCHOOSE LOCATION,\u00a0DATE & TIME
\nORGANIZE GUEST LIST
\nORDER INVITATIONS AND MATCHING PRINTABLE DECOR {Can’t find a theme in our shop<\/a>?\u00a0\u00a0Contact us for custom requests – we take as many new themes as we can, based on our availability}
\nSTART PINTEREST BOARD {Follow us on pinterest<\/a> for party ideas!}
\nORDER CAKE
\nFIGURE OUT ANY ADDITIONAL PARTY DECORATIONS & PARTY FAVORS \u00a0{This may include items like: \u00a0paper straws, tissue paper, favor boxes, hanging decor, drink bottles, napkins, wooden utensils, backdrop, fabric, linens, etc.}
\nPLAN MENU {don’t forget all your yummy sweets & treats, if you are planning a dessert table}
\nSTART DIY PROJECTS \u00a0{We try to start prepping our DIY projects as soon as we can so we aren’t waiting until the last minute for time-consuming details}
\nSEND INVITATIONS<\/p>\n

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1 TO 2 WEEKS BEFORE:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

CONTINUE WORKING ON DIY PROJECTS
\nMAKE GROCERY LIST {We like to purchase packaged goods along the way, when something is on sale… we continually keep our eyes out for good deals!}
\nIRON LINENS OR PURCHASE THEM
\nCALL BAKERY, FLORIST, OR ANY VENDORS TO CONFIRM ORDERS
\nPLAN GAMES & ACTIVITIES
\nFINISH SHOPPING FOR EXTRA SUPPLIES
\nARRANGE FOR EXTRA HELP IF NEEDED {When someone offers to help you – find something for them to do, don’t be afraid to say yes to this}
\nCONFIRM GUEST LIST
\nSTART SETTING ANY PARTY DECOR THAT NEEDS DONE IN ADVANCE {We start setting our parties 1 -2 weeks in advance as we complete tasks, but this is only possible if you are hosting in your home}
\nCLEAN HOUSE \u00a0{again – only if you are hosting in your home}<\/p>\n

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DAY OF PARTY:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

PICK UP FOOD\/ICE {Good task for spouses}
\nFINISH LAST MINUTE COOKING
\nDO ANY LAST MINUTE STRAIGHTENING {Good task for kids}
\nFINISH LAST MINUTE TABLE SETTINGS
\nENJOY PARTY!<\/p>\n

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Make sure you check our\u00a0shop<\/a>\u00a0for new themes – we add them as new designs are completed. \u00a0If you don’t see it in the shop, feel free to contact us – we may have it in our inventory or can create something new for you! \u00a0If you have any party theme requests for us, leave us a comment.. we are always looking for new party ideas!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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