Are you planning a quiet evening in with the family for New Years? When you think of a quiet evening in, don't think about being stuck in front of the television all night waiting for the New Year's ball to drop. It doesn't even have to be like that. Yes, you want to not fight the crowds out on a night like this, yet you don't want to be stuck inside doing nothing. Don't make your night be boring in with these exciting activities from Wedding and Party Network.

Time Charades – Since New Year's Eve is all about counting down the time, why not make a game out of it. In fact, if you have games you enjoy, base those on time as well. Play games that are timed, like Boggle, Cranium or Speed. Also, make that the theme of your game like time inspired charades. Act out the television show Lost or Time is on My Side. These great games will have everyone enjoying their time in.

Resolution – Another great game is to guess everyone's New Year's resolution. This night will include close friends and family, so it's fun to see what they have planned for the new year. Plus, it may even help them stay on track to keep it. Have everyone fill out a piece of paper with their resolutions and then later in the evening have everyone pick which resolution belongs to the guests.

Kid's New Year's Resolutions – If you're in with the children, help them create their own. Sit down with them and explain exactly what a resolution means. Once they understand, ask them what they would like to achieve in the new year. Starting out young may help them keep their resolutions once they are older.

Time Capsule -This is great for friends, family or children to share in. Place items from the past year into a time capsule. On the following New Year's Eve, invite over the same people and take out the time capsule. How much fun will it be to reminisce on the previous year and share great memories with some good laughs.

Year In Review – Before the party, plan out a game that covers major events that happened. Quiz your guests on the past events, even split up into teams and make a friendly competition out of it.

There are many activities out there that make your New Year's Eve in absolutely fun! Being indoors doesn't have to be about sitting in front of the television waiting for midnight. Enjoy these activities and your night will be truly memorable.

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Winter Is The Best Time For Parties!

Winter is upon us and so is the time for those festive holiday parties. Whether you are planning a Christmas party, holiday themed party, winter party and something spectacular for New Year’s Eve, there are great party ideas for them all. Here are a few ideas for what’s in store in this months Wedding and Party's newsletter.

Color Scheme: First, start with picking your party’s color scheme. Of course, there is the traditional red and green. You can style that up to be modern or traditional and it will look great either way. A beautiful blue and white color scheme would be perfect for a winter themed party .If you are planning a New Year’s Eve party, think glitz and glam. With a variety of color combinations to choose from, you’ll definitely find one to fit the theme of your party.

Party Decorations: Simple, holiday decorations. You’ll already have them in your house, so use them as part of your decorations too. Add candles, ornaments for centerpieces and that glitzy glitter for New Year’s Eve and you’ll be set!

Party Desserts: Your guests are going to get plenty of holiday fixings to hold them over for a while, so serve up delicious desserts. Imagine winter wonderland desserts. An adorable snowman cupcake, snowball cake and snowflake sugar cookies are just some of the party food that you’ll be able to create.

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When we think of New Years, we think of lavish parties all decked out in our most fabulous dresses. Then the price comes to mind. However, it doesn't have to be that way! Don't let your mind trick you into thinking that the word budget means a cozy night in on the couch watching the ball drop. That sounds so cozy, but if you're looking for a lavish New Year's Eve party on a budget; it can be done. With these helpful party tips, you and your guests will have an absolute fabulous time on New Years.

An Amazing Budget Setting

First, pick your theme color. Then go from there. It'll help you be organized in the search for other great party decorations. Another tip you might find useful, pick a flower that's in season. Buy stems from your local florist and use those as decorations. Nothing extravagant, the bud of the flower in a small vase. So simple, yet extremely elegant. Plus, doing something simple cuts down on the cost of having an extravagant centerpiece.

Party Centerpieces

Are you in need of plates, tables and linens?  Important phrase to remember, use what you have! You have tables or even those fold out tables will work to set your appetizers and drinks on. Just cover it with an elegant table linen accompanied with beautiful table accents. You probably have serving pieces or you could borrow some, so use those. Just make sure it's within your color scheme. What about plates and drinkware? You could always go the disposable route, however, why not rent from your local party rental store. This just makes it easier and will save you many trips. However, you may want to divide your budget accordingly if you decide to rent.

Now you need party decorations. Again, use what you have. Candle holders, candelabras, baskets, vases, Christmas ornaments, candles and plants will offer wonderful party accents. Candles always make for an elegant setting so use lots of those. Fill vases with beautiful Christmas ornaments, which serves as a great table centerpiece. The main key for your party decorations is to use what you have around the house. Re-purpose items or get crafty. Use glitter to accent your party or feathers.

Don't forget about the music and lighting. Just by dimming the lights you'll be able to create an elegant setting. Plus, burn a cd of today's hottest hits and oldies. Something that everyone will enjoy dancing the night away to.

Melt In Your Mouth Delicious Party Food

Since you've saved on your party decorations, you can divide more of your budget to the food. However, you may not have to if you've mastered the art of appetizers. Bruschetta, vegetable crudites, cheese and crackers and meatballs are extremely easy, yet elegant. Plus, even though these are basic foods, you can always dress them up in unique ways.

Use unique cheeses or different sauces that no one has ever tried before. You could always ask your close friends to bring something over too. If you're providing the site and all the decorations, they'd surely be glad to help out with the food. This gives everyone the chance to try something different and add to their recipe books.

Skip out on serving a variety of desserts. At midnight serve a cute little doughnut or chocolate truffle to satisfy their sweet tooth. Therefore, you aren't buying a tone of items at the store and you will have more time to mingle at your party. Just a simple and unique idea on serving desserts.

Another option? Have it catered! Find a local party caterer that can give you tips on what appetizers to serve. They'll have lots of ideas that you've never tried before. This doesn't always have to be expensive, just get a few appetizers. Your guests will be plenty satisfied with the delicious food they are offered.

One of the most important things on this night has to be the drinks. Again, stay within your budget my having a byob (bring your own beer/alcohol) or create a signature drink for the night. Just buy in bulk, saves you from having to run around and buy a variety of items and making sure you have enough of each thing. Give your signature drink a unique name. A unique touch to your party.

Another tip, buy in advance. If you know you're planning on throwing a party in advance, go ahead and stock up. Buying a little at a time is easier than buying all your needs in one trip.  However, if you really want to stay easy, stick to wine or just beer. However, the signature drink idea sounds so cute!

These party tips will help you stay within your budget. Ignore the meaning of that word when it comes to mind, which might be a boring party. You know what? You can throw an absolute fabulous New Year's Eve party on a budget. You and your guests will have an amazing time and create a memory that will last a lifetime.

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The new year is fast approaching and so is the question, "What am I doing for New Year's Eve?" Why not plan a get together at your house? If you're not in the mood to be around a big crowd for the night or get out in the chilly weather, plan a fun night in. It can be just as glamorous or low-key as you want it. There are absolutely a ton of ideas out there that you can do, but for this post we are going to focus on a time themed party.

"Timely" Party Decoration

"Timely" Party Decorations

During New Year's Eve, don't you focus on time. You keep your eye focused on the clock. Making sure that you don't miss midnight. There's even a countdown. Therefore, wouldn't a fun party decoration be clocks? No one will miss the new year with all your clocks. You can make them as fabulous, glamorous or as simple as you'd like.

Scatter them throughout the house, make them centerpieces, place settings, chargers and even little accents in the bathroom. Buy some at your local craft store and sparkle them up a bit with paint and glitter. Get creative and glue the clocks together to make a unique arrangement to put on top of your fireplace mantle or use it as a centerpiece for your dining room table.

It would make a great focal point. Plus, everyone would have something creative to stare at to keep track of the time.

Of course, you should definitely go all out with the clock theme. However, you can add little accents here and there. Such as, little black and white flowers. Anemones would be fabulous. Just a simple vase filled with flowers sounds perfect, it's such an elegant touch.

Add candles to create a more glamorous feeling. It is New Year's Even after all. You want that elegant, glamorous and festive feeling all around. It's the time to celebrate all the great times you had and all the great new beginnings that are about to occur.

Countdown To The New Year With Party Food

New Year's Eve Party Food

Again, keeping with the time thing, a fun idea might be to serve up a new appetizer each hour. Guests will look forward to it and wonder what exactly you're serving up next. Since guests will be wanting to snack all night, set out fondue for an all night snack. Serve fondue along with a fun chocolate fountain. Guests will be able to dip cheese, bread, variety of vegetables, seafood and meat. Along with an assortment of fruit for the chocolate fountain.

Now for the appetizers of the house, stay simple. Stick to easy party food, you don't have to go all out since you're offering a fun presentation. Start out with bruschetta, dips, canapes or cheese and crackers. Start out light. As you work your way through the hours, get a bit heavier with each dish. Your party caterer should know great appetizers to serve guests. A new party food each hour leading up the new year sounds so unique. Guests will truly enjoy this fun idea!

Party Blowers & Confetti, Oh What Fun!

Ring in the new year with glitz and glamour. Party blowers and confetti are a must for ringing it in. Create shakers, party blowers, silver confetti and noisemakers. Make sure you have everyone count down together and then celebrate together.

These party accessories are just a fun way to bring everyone together and make your New Year's Eve party just that much more fun. Imagine silver confetti floating down from the sky. Think back on what the past year has brought you and what the new year has in store.

You don't have to do much to create a glamorous New Year's Eve party. Honestly! A few candles, flowers and fun clocks. There you have it! Plus, your amazing party food will make it that much more chic, tasty and unique. A fun night in with close family and friends and elegant party decorations will let you ring in the new year with style.

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