It’s always good to spend time with family and friends, and an exciting way to do it is by throwing a party to welcome 2014! You’ll get to catch up with everyone, and not only will you get to know what their plans and resolutions are, but it’s also good to start the year with your loved ones! To plan for a memorable time, here are some tips to help you host a bedazzling New Year’s Eve party.
1. Choose Your Theme
A good party should come with a theme, and it’ll also set the tone in your invitation. Encourage your guest to dress up, and you can even serve the food and drinks according to a theme. If it’s a last minute party, go will the classic all-black, or all-white New Year party!
2. Organize Your Decor
A New Year’s party is a great excuse to turn your home into a makeshift party venue for all your close friends. If you’re not going with a theme, some of your leftover Christmas decorations like festive lights and confetti can easily get the vibe ready. Don’t forget some party hats, poppers and party whistles for your guests too!
3. Cater Your Food
If you’re hosting a group of 10 or more friends, keep the menu simple. Snacks like chips and dips, bite-sized pizzas and hors d’oeuvres are great for big groups. But if you’re hosting a fairly intimate party among less than 10 friends, be a generous host and offer each guest a full meal.
4. Plan Your Guests’ Safety
Always think ahead and make sure that you guests have a safe way of getting home after having a lot of drinks. Designate a room with extra pillows and blankets for guests who may need to spend the night, or even keep to MyTeksi app in hand so your guests reach home safely.
5. Make a Fun Party Playlist
Take about an hour to put together a fabulous music playlist in advance to possibly get your guests in the mood. Go for a playlist with the right blend of dance, sophistication, and even ones that are easy to sing along to. Old school tracks will never fail, but throw in a few modern tracks in your playlist to keep it fresh.
6. Gracefully Usher Your Guests Out
If it’s past 2am, and you think it’s time for bed, you’ll have to take a stand and wrap up the party. While it may be hard to tell your guests that the party’s over, you can use subtle hints like packing up the food in containers and handing it to your guests, or even passing over some party favors in a bag. These are polite and gracious hints to tell your guests that it’s time to go home.
