June Party Do's And Don'ts – Invitations

When you throw a party, sometimes the hardest decision can be the guest list and invitations. There is always the question of how many guests to invite, and in some cases, whom to leave off the list.  Often when we throw a party we are met with the issue of inviting only a limited number of guests.  When you plan your party, keep in mind how much you can spend and how that will affect the number of quest you can invite.

Food

If your planning on hiring a caterer, you need to have a good idea on the number of guests attending. I suggest making a list of people you want to have at your party.  Keep that list in mind and your budget when you're shopping for a caterer. If you find the food you want is too expensive, you have a couple of options; either reduce your guest list or change the menu.  Do keep in mind that parties are meant to be fun and social, and good food doesn't always have to be a five-course meal..it can be as simple as appetizers and finger foods. It is up to you to decided what is more important, friends or food?

Friends

Another problem could arise with the guest themselves.  We've all got friends who don't get along with our other friends.  So what do you do?  You have to decide if your friends can get along long enough for a great party. If you do not think they can, I suggest asking yourself, which one is more important to you as a friend?  If you discover that not inviting one will offend her deeply, then you're in a bit of a pickle.  I have a suggestion appeal to both of them separately that friend xyz will be at the party and if they are your friend, they will play nicely. (I know adults shouldn't  have to ask other adults to do this, but sometimes you have to)

As you plan you party invitation list keep these  in mind.

• Do keep a budget in mind for your food and drinks and apply that budget to the amount of guest you can afford to invite.
• Don't be afraid to ask your invited guests to bring there own drinks. (It can save you money so you can invite more people).
• Don't expect all your friends to get along, but know that you can handle the situation; you're an adult, after all.
• Do send out invitations early and ask for RSVP 's, and as the party gets closer call any invitees that haven't responded and ask if they will be attending.  You'll need a head count for the caterer or if you're buying the food or drinks and to ensure you have the proper party supplies.