Are you planning a casual Christmas party in your home? With our party countdown checklist, you can make your holiday party planning a little easier.
Party countdown checklist
One month or more before the party:
__ Decide on the date and time
__ Set a party budget
__ Create the party guest list
__ Book any vendors you may need (caterer, baker, florist, DJ, etc)
__ Find a couple friends or family members to help with the party planning
Three weeks before the party:
__ Invite guests using e-vites or paper invitations
__ Create a party menu (choose finger foods or buffet to make things easier)
__ Organize your party decorations; purchase any new centerpieces or other decor
__ Make a shopping list for food, drinks, paper goods, candles and other supplies
__ Arrange for a babysitter, if necessary
__ Delegate duties to those who are helping out
One week before the party:
__ Give your house a thorough cleaning
__ Hang festive Christmas lights and decorations
__ Select the party music and create a playlist on your computer or stereo
__ Call any guests who haven’t RSVP’d
__ Confirm with vendors
__ Shop for all party goods except perishable foods
__ Order your cake, if necessary
Two days before the party:
__ Shop for food and other last minute items
__ Plan your party makeup, hair and attire
__ If you are having a gift exchange, make sure you have a few backup gifts
__ Be sure your camera batteries are charged
The night before the party:
__ Prepare the party food
__ Set up tables, chairs, trash bins and other equipment
__ Clear floors of any cords or other hazards; put away expensive items
The day of the party:
__ Do any last-minute tidying up, freshen the bathroom
__ Buy the ice and any forgotten items
__ Complete final food preparation
__ Relax and have fun
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