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Hosting A Great Party With Just The Right Helpful Tips!


Everyone wants to throw a great party! 
Here are some ways for you to consider to make your occasion more manageable and affordable while still hosting a great party.

If you need help being creative, check out some DIY websites that are on budget or under budget to help you stay on track.

Appetizers are a great way for people to mingle without having to sit down and eat. Appetizers are more of a pick on kind of food but be aware that food catered in this method may cost more due to the time and labor needed for preparation.

Standard buffet food can be more affordable with a DIY approach!

Portion control will add a trendy flare to your event without letting it slip that you are watching a budget.

Party entertainment is a huge part of your party but can be expensive. If a DJ or a Band is a must have, make sure to do some research on which is the best for your party and try to stay on budget.

Another way to have party entertainment without spending a lot of money on a DJ or a Band is by being your own DJ. You can rent speakers if the venue doesn’t have them or a CD or Ipod player. Talk to your guests about songs they would like to hear and they will be happy to hear the songs they requested.

Centerpieces tend to be where much emphasis is placed. Be creative! Try a DIY approach for the centerpieces. You’ll be proud of your creations!

For creative ideas, visit www.pinterest.com as a useful resource that offers tons of do-it-yourself event decoration ideas.

Professional photographers can be expensive, buy a few disposable cameras and hand them out to guests at the party. You will get to observe the party through your guests’ perspective, and then compile them into an album at any online printer such as www.cvs.com. 

Consider renting some of your party equipment instead of purchasing items you may never use again or have no place to store. 

Happy Planning! For more planning tips and tent and party rentals,  call Sterling Party and Tent Rentals at: 973-278-5698.


Sterling Party Rental was founded in 1995 to provide top quality party and tent rental services to the local
surrounding area. With well-maintained equipment and great customer service, specialize in servicing any event request. We offer a huge inventory of tables, chairs, fine china, high-end flatware, specialty linens, center pieces, tents, canopies and more to all our clientele, including caterers, event planners, hotels, government agencies, professional banquets and party planners. See us at: www.sterlingpartyrentals.com



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