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~How To Buy Party Supplies & Plan The Perfect Party~

by: jenniferkeeley( 1048Feedback score is 1000 to 4,999) Top 10000 Reviewer
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Guide viewed: 6819 times Tags: Party Supplies | Birthday | Pinata | Balloons | Cards


My purpose of this guide is to help you understand the prices of Retail Party Supplies and Plan The Perfect Party! 

No deed is small when done for Christ.

Read 1 Corinthians 1:27

(Note: Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Grandma, Grandpa, To whom ever is thowing the party for the child or children this is a little note from me to you. Rememeber parties can be stressful to plan but in the mist of it all remember to think of your self and take a breather. You have to take it one day at a time because there is only so much you can do in one day. Please if you can plan your parties ahead of time. There will be less stress! It does get overwelming at times. Parties are fun!! When all said and done you will look at your child's face and it will all be worth it in the end, The smiles the giggles the hug's and kisses. Oh and I don't want to forget the Thank you's... Have a fun filled day that is a memory that will last a life time..

Jennifer

 

Printable party Check List

3 to 4 Weeks Before

Create a guest list

(Create a party budget, Parties don't have to be expensive to be wonderful)

Pick theme or decor

Order party supplies    

Decide menu & drinks

Create menu & grocery list

Create party supply shopping list

Decide activities & games

Send party invitations

Book entertainment: Clowns, Balloon sculpturing, Face painting, Magic, Juggling, Stilt walkers, Unicycle riders, Dino Jumper, Elmo, Winnie The Pooh, Dora The Explorer, Barney, Wiggles, Spiderman, Cinderella, My Little Pony, Harry Potter, Ariel The Mermaid, SpongeBob,Veggie Tales, Blue's Clue's, Bob The Builder, Strawberry Shortcake, And Much Much More.

 

2 to 3 Weeks Before

Order party favors

Buy birthday games & game items or look online to find great printable games

Order Balloons

Enlist party helpers

Gather owned party supplies (banners, utensils, platters)

List other supplies needed

Order rental equipment

Buy film & video tape

Buy piñata, candy & fillers  

Place RSVP guest list & pen by the phone

 

 

1 Week Before

Do any heavy cleaning

Order cake

Order Flowers

Buy non-perishable food & beverages

Buy candles

Procure matches

Bake & freeze unfrosted cake if making your own 

Buy freezable foods

Schedule activities

Call non-RSVP guests

 

Two Days Before

Check camera batteries

Buy extra batteries

Clean party area

Make necessary space in the refrigerator 

Buy extra garbage bags, foil & plastic wrap

Arrange party favors

Confirm entertainment

Select music

Fill piñata  

Defrost frozen foods

 

Day Before

 Clean bathrooms

Wash outdoor surfaces

Charge video recorder

Decorate party room

Childproof party area

Gather games or activities

Set out party favors

Buy undelivered floral arrangements 

Prepare food that refrigerates well overnight 

Arrange food delivery

Eat out or order in

Defrost cake before bed

 

Party Day

Pick up ordered cake, ice, balloons

Frost & decorate homemade cake

Decorate indoor and outdoor party areas

Set up party games

Gather serving pieces

Have camera ready

Prepare perishable food

Check bathroom for needed supplies (toilet paper, hand towels, soap)

Secure pets as needed

Smile and have fun!  

 

 

Helpful Hints With Helpful Hands!

My Children

These are my little helpful hands, without my them my business would not be possible!

 Have the birthday child involved in the planning as much as possible. This is there special day, let them decide on the theme, activities, and some fun finger foods!!  Mail invitations well in advance of party. If outdoors, be sure to have a backup plan in case of bad weather. Confirm any orders placed for the cake or food menu and/or party supplies. REMEMBER! Accidents happen, and little hand prints are everywhere, don't get discouraged, because they are so small! Things may not go as planned but sit back and look at your child's face it is something you will remember forever the smiles the laughs the fun they had that day!! The most IMPORTANT thing to remember is to have FUN!! 

 

 Listed Retail Prices for you to see:

  • All price that you see here are Licensed Characters NO PLAIN COLORS prices do range from store to store, but these are the common price for my area and are subject to change.

  • 9" Dinner Plates 8 in each pkg: $3.89-$4.29

  • 7" Dessert Plates 8 in each pkg: $3.49-3.99

  • Luncheon Napkins 16 in each pkg: $3.69-$3.99

  • Dessert Napkins 16 in each pkg: $3.49-$3.79  

  • Hot/Cold paper Cups 9fl oz 8 in pkg: $2.99-$3.69                      

  • Plastic Satin Finish Table Covers: $4.29-$5.59                                 

  • Invitations w/envelopes 8 in each pkg: $3.99

  • Thank You Cards, Notes or Postcard some come w/envelopes some don't 8 in each pkg: $3.99 

  • Banner: $2.99-$3.49

  • Loot Bags 8 in each pack: $1.99-$3.49

  • Party Hats 8 in each pkg: $3.99-$4.69 

  • Streamers: $1.99-$2.49 

  • Helium Latex Balloons 6-12 in pkg: $1.99-$3.99 

  • Mylar 1 in pkg: $3.99-4.99

  • Jumbo Mylar 1 in pkg: $6.99-$9.99 

  • Bubbles 4 in pkg: $1.99-3.99 

  • Roll wrapping paper : $4.99-$6.99

  • Sheets wrapping paper 2 in pkg: $2.49-$3.99

  • Blowouts 8 in pkg: $2.99-3.49 each

  • Stickers 2 sheets in pkg: $1.99-$2.99.

  • Pencils 6-12 in pkg: $1.99-$3.99

By cutting out the stickers and putting each one individual  in the treat sacks you don't have to buy as many pkgs!

  • Centerpiece: $4.99-$6.29

  • Confetti 1/2oz-1oz per package: $1.99-$2.49

  • Sugar Cake Icing Decorations 8ct: $3.99-$4.99

  • Cake Pan: $9.99-$24.99

  • Birthday Card: .99 and up

  • Gift Bags: .99 and up

  • Helium Tank: $19.99-$29.99

  • Pinata: $9.99-$24.99

  • Pinata filler candy bags: $4.99-$19.99

AND SO MUCH MORE!

These are just some of my Party Supply lot examples below! I give you only the best prices on Party Supplies and Shipping needs! If at anytime you need bigger or smaller set please let me know or if  I don't have what you need I will work with you to get you what you are looking for! Custom auctions available as well! My #1 goal is to make sure the customer is Happy! View My Feedback and bid with confidence 100%! I love working with my customers to make them happy! You are looking at having a party for 40 people! That's a lot of money you can save by shopping with me just stop by My Party Shop and stop buying retail and give your child a great party with a low low cost. If you don't see what you are looking for ask me and I will work with you to give your child the best birthday ever. I am your one stop Party Shop delivered right to your door! Every product I offer on Ebay contains Value, Integrity, & Loyalty to each customer. I sincerely make my customers happy and satisfied with each purchase. I have 100% Positive Customer Feedback.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact me with anything! I am here to help you with that perfect party!

 

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Guide ID: 10000000001013098Guide created: 05/31/06 (updated 09/29/09)

 
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