How To Throw Your Best Christmas Party Yet
You probably still have fond memories of the last amazing party you attended. Everything seemed perfect, from the guests to the food, drinks, and games. It also inspired you to throw your party. However, planning a party that your guests and yourself would love involves a lot of hard work, especially a Christmas party. Christmas is generally a busy season, making your preparations more challenging. That doesn’t mean you can’t pull off a great Christmas party. Studies show that about 30% of people threw Christmas parties in 2021. For more help and tips for the best Christmas party, here’s what you need to know.
Send invitations early
Whether you have an intimate party with family and close friends or are going all out, you must take your invitations seriously. Christmas is a busy time; many people get invited to numerous parties. So, if you don’t want your guests to forget about your party, you have to get creative with your invitations. Your invitation should communicate the theme of your party if there’s any. Most importantly, you must send your invitations out as early as possible, at least three weeks before the date of the party. That would give everyone ample time to include it in their plans. You can choose to design your invitations or use a template. And you can follow up with phone calls to remind your guests to RSVP.
Plan the menu
As part of your early preparations, it would be best to create a menu weeks ahead. Some dishes, like appetizers and desserts, can be made beforehand and preserved in the freezer. Christmas parties aren’t the time for experimenting with dishes, so if you are keen on introducing a new dish, you must ensure that you have perfected your recipe before your party. Think about dishes you would love to serve; almost everyone would love them. As morbid as the name sounds, funeral potatoes are an excellent option. This hearty and wholesome dish will keep your guests talking about your party for days. If you want to learn how to make funeral potatoes, now is the perfect time. You can opt for finger foods to limit the amount spent on dishwashing. However, it would help if you also considered your seating and table arrangements for meals that require seating.
Consider the decor
Aside from the traditional Christmas decor, there are many other party themes. However, most Christmas parties heavily depend on other festive decor pieces to create a lively atmosphere. Color is a heavy element and an important feature when decorating for a Christmas party. Your decor must include bright lights, Christmas trees, and other festive designs to bring your look together. Of course, what you decide on should be up to your preference as long as it brings your theme alive. So whether you want something modern, traditional, or elegant, there’s something for everyone.
Planning the best Christmas party shouldn’t feel like an impossible chore. With these tips, your guests will be talking about your party for the next year to come.
