Here are a few tips to make every party you give a success, no matter what the theme.
1) One person is needed to motivate your party guests to have fun. Pick an extroverted, fun-loving person to take charge of all the games and activities. Enlist the help of a family member, friend, or neighbor if your personality makes it uncomfortable to take on such a role. If possible put yourself in this role, and you will have a great time and will probably be very surprised how good you are at this task.
2) Decide how much of your party will be homemade versus store-bought. If you love to design your own decorations, props and costumes, have fun. If you prefer to purchase a "party in a box," go for it. Most of us choose a combination of the two methods. If you are unsure of your abilities, or have little time, there are professionals who can supply you with everything you need.
3) Pick colors for decorating that are appropriate to your theme and use them throughout. Fun colors, bright colors, happy colors have their place as well as soft pastels, or more subdued tones. The important thing is that you continue their use throughout the party and that you enjoy the way they look.
4) A theme keeps your party easy to plan since many choices are logical due to what is appropriate to your desired outcome. Many choices are made for you already the minute you pick a theme. You can still personalize your party by special little touches, variations of colors, and creative details.
5) For best results, preplan all party details including trying out the games ahead of time to make sure they will run smoothly. Check games and activities for safety.
6) Gather all supplies to make your costumes and settings as far in advanced as possible. Try on costumes to determine if they look the way you want them to and allow for freedom of movement. Check costumes and setting props for safety.
7) Buy all non-perishable party items, foods, and supplies well in advance. Buy your perishable items as close as possible to the party time to avoid storing large quantities of food that needs cooling or freezing.
8) Check to see that you have enough seating, table space, and room for planned activities. Decide where guests will put their coats, boots etc. and arrange a table or special place for the cards and gifts to be placed.
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