For me, one of the most confusing parts of party planning was party favors. Always doubting, is this enough, or too much? You need to balance the budget, usefulness, and come up with a unique party favor. So, if you are confused about return gifts, this post will guide you step by step to come…
For the past year, I have been lucky to make a few wonderful friends in my neighborhood. At first, we would just hang out while the kids played at the park or meet up at each other’s homes for small celebrations. But soon we realized we needed some “me-time” too, just us girls enjoying carefree…
As a guest, one thing I look for at parties is food (don’t tell me you don’t). Food and games are my fun at parties. And party food tables are the star of the show; they set the whole vibe for your celebration. That’s why I love to set them up pretty with food table…
When I started to plan parties, I emphasized more on planning things well, getting into the details to make it a pleasant experience for the guests. But the thing that made me get better was learning from my mistakes. If you are also a party enthusiast or planning to host a party, here are some…
Over the past 8 years, I have planned many celebrations, from birthdays to sleepovers and cozy gatherings, although I am not a professional party planner. And one question I get asked most is, “How far in advance should I start planning a party?” or “How do you plan for these celebrations?”. And I get it….
After we relocated to an apartment six years ago, one thing I learned was how to host a party in small spaces. We have a big extended family on both sides, so there will be frequent get-togethers. Initially, I was unsure how we would accommodate everything, but after a few occasions, there were a few…
When we hosted our very first housewarming in an apartment nearly six years ago, I quickly realized it wasn’t as simple as just inviting people over. Space was limited, and with family and friends eager to visit, I had to be smart about how we set up, served food, and kept everyone comfortable. Back then,…
Last summer, we hosted the most enjoyable pool party ever. The kids spent hours splashing around, while the grown-ups joined for some fun pool games. My daughter was not ready to come out of the pool. We had a great time and good conversations. One thing is for sure, planning a pool party is different…
We often organize sleepovers for all the kids in our family so they can spend time together as if they were living under one roof. It’s a special time that they eagerly look forward to during holidays and school breaks. We try to do something new each time to make it exciting. After hosting a…
I don’t even remember when I first started celebrating Father’s Day. It’s been a gradual journey, from making handmade cards for Dad to cooking pancakes to hosting full celebrations. Now that I am a mom, even my daughter joins in to help celebrate my husband. Father’s Day has always been a special occasion in our…
