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6 Money-Saving Tips To Bear In Mind When Hosting A Party

Are you hosting a party in the next month or two? Have to work with a tight budget? Do not fret! You can always look for ways on how to save money without sacrificing the success of that party. All you have to do is put these tips into practice!

1. Create a checklist

All events or parties start with a checklist. Organise the checklist by listing what you actually need for the party. Make sure it matches your theme and purpose for holding one. Have a detailed list that specifies all the estimated cost (actual cost if available) for your party must-haves.

2. Give the party a twist

Make an announcement like this: "I am hosting a party next month." Once you have made such announcement, people can be very excited. That excitement can lead to suggestions on how the party will work. You can always listen to what they suggest. Who knows, at the end of the conversation, someone will start asking "What can I bring?" When that happens, you can surely go back to your checklist and cross out which ones will be brought by your guests. That will mean crossing out the costs from your budget too.

3. Stop competing with others

Okay. You may have attended lavish parties in the past. This can be your basis for holding your own party thinking that it is now your turn to return the favour. However, nobody expects you to surpass the success of that party. You can always make yours a success without copying the exact activities, food or other things done in the said event. You have to settle for what you can afford.

4. Use your home as the venue

Using your home as the venue will cut down your expenses. Paying for a venue, as you know, can cost too much and if you are really on a tight budget, it would help if you settle for hosting the event right in your home. With this, you can simply use decorations that are readily available from your storage area and utensils and cutleries that are right in your kitchen cupboards. If you think your home is not a good location for the party then you can look for one that is free, for instance the park right in your neighbourhood or the club house in your village.

5. Make things yourself

If you intend to give souvenirs for parties, you can create simple but memorable pieces to give as keepsake for your guests. You can also make your own cake or cupcakes if you are into baking. Look at all the possibilities and see which ones you can make by yourself.

6. Look inside your kitchen shelves

There are items in there that you can reuse or recycle for your party. All you need to do is go back to your checklist and see what items inside the shelves will be of most use to you. There may even be items there that you can use for games or other activities that you want to include in your party.

By the time you have gone through all the tips mentioned above, you have already cut your party's cost in half. If you are luckier, the cost savings can even be more than that. What should you do with the remaining cash then?

You can always divert more funds to food. If there is something you want your guests to remember in your party then that will certainly be the meal you will serve. Browse through our BBQ catering service and look for the most affordable meals that will meet your budgetary requirements. You can also consult us for a particular menu that you have in mind. We assure you that we will work around your budget without sacrificing the quality of food we deliver.