Get the party started
Kids’ party? House party? Birthday party?
It’s time to party – let us help you throw the celebration of the century! Check out our handy guide below that’s full of fantastic hints, tips and product ideas designed help make sure your party is one that your guests won’t soon forget!
Get the party started
Kids’ party? House party? Birthday party?
When it’s time to par-taaay, you want your celebration to go with a bang. So, while we can’t guarantee the perfect gathering (we’re not sure Beyoncé or Tom Hardy are going to come) here’s our guide to making the most of party time.
The perfect plan
So, you’re having a party? That means you need a plan of what you’ll do and a plan of what you’ll spend.
Setting a budget means your party prep won’t run away with you. Food. Drink. Venue. Entertainment. They all mount up.
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Get yourself a special party notebook and make lists. Lots of lists.
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The perfect plan
So, you’re having a party? That means you need a plan of what you’ll do and a plan of what you’ll spend.
Setting a budget means your party prep won’t run away with you. Food. Drink. Venue. Entertainment. They all mount up.
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Get yourself a special party notebook and make lists. Lots of lists.
Shop personalised notebooks
The dream theme
Sure, the theme for your next birthday party can be ‘My birthday party’, but if you want to be remembered, you need a Big Idea. Check our party pages for theme-spiration.
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The broader the theme, the easier it is for everyone to play along. Think Disney rather than Frozen 2.
The dream theme
Sure, the theme for your next birthday party can be ‘My birthday party’, but if you want to be remembered, you need a Big Idea. Check our party pages for theme-spiration.
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The broader the theme, the easier it is for everyone to play along. Think Disney rather than Frozen 2.
Operation venue
House parties can be great, until you think about how many chairs you need - and the state of your carpet afterwards.
You don’t have to break the bank to hire a venue. A church hall or social club will you give you maximum space without too much spend.
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Bring a corkscrew or bottle opener. You never know what you’ll find in a church hall kitchen.
Operation venue
House parties can be great, until you think about how many chairs you need - and the state of your carpet afterwards.
You don’t have to break the bank to hire a venue. A church hall or social club will you give you maximum space without too much spend.
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Bring a corkscrew or bottle opener. You never know what you’ll find in a church hall kitchen.
Be our guest
A Facebook shout-out might be easy, but it doesn’t scream ‘Big Occasion’. For special gatherings, like an engagement announcement or milestone birthday, a proper invitation makes sense.
Set the tone with personalised invites like this cute
baby shower invitation to make it super-easy to give your guests the important details.
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Give people a clear date to RSVP by before you nudge them for a response. It saves time and embarrassment.
Be our guest
A Facebook shout-out might be easy, but it doesn’t scream ‘Big Occasion’. For special gatherings, like an engagement announcement or milestone birthday, a proper invitation makes sense.
Set the tone with personalised invites like this cute
baby shower invitation to make it super-easy to give your guests the important details.
Shop all invitations
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Give people a clear date to RSVP by before you nudge them for a response. It saves time and embarrassment.
Decorate, celebrate, co-ordinate
Shopping for decorations to match your theme is where you can really let your imagination loose.
Banners and bunting transform any space, while a party bundle keeps it consistent with co-ordinating plates, napkins and cups.
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You can never have too many balloons!
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Decorate, celebrate,
co-ordinate
Shopping for decorations to match your theme is where you can really let your imagination loose.
Banners and bunting transform any space, while a party bundle keeps it consistent with co-ordinating plates, napkins and cups.
Shop all party decorations
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You can never have too many balloons!
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Plan the party food
Keep it simple. Fun finger food is great and appeals to most. If you’re inviting family or close friends around, why not ask them to bring a tray of something?
And remember - a party’s not a party if you’re spending it washing up. Choose a cool tableware bundle to look great and save you a chore.
Shop party bags and favours
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You can never have too many crisps.
Plan the party food
Keep it simple. Fun finger food is great and appeals to most. If you’re inviting family or close friends around, why not ask them to bring a tray of something?
And remember - a party’s not a party if you’re spending it washing up. Choose a cool tableware bundle to look great and save you a chore.
Shop party bags and favours
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You can never have too many crisps.
Piece of cake
Since the world went Bake-Off crazy, a great cake’s been a must as a party centerpiece.
But there’s no need to learn to bake or to pay a fortune for a hand-decorated masterpiece. A simple ready-made cake with a pretty cake topper can look like a showstopper.
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Don’t forget the candles!
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Piece of cake
Since the world went Bake-Off crazy, a great cake’s been a must as a party centerpiece.
But there’s no need to learn to bake or to pay a fortune for a hand-decorated masterpiece. A simple ready-made cake with a pretty cake topper can look like a showstopper.
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Don’t forget the candles!
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What's going on?
Eating and drinking’s the heart of any party, but what are you going to do? Plan some fun and games with a pinata or photo booth accessories to help your guests create memories of a great day.
Shop pinatas
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Pay attention to your party playlist. Forget your niche music taste. Your guests want big hits and party bangers.
What's going on?
Eating and drinking’s the heart of any party, but what are you going to do? Plan some fun and games with a pinata or photo booth accessories to help your guests create memories of a great day.
Shop pinatas
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Pay attention to your party playlist. Forget your niche music taste. Your guests want big hits and party bangers.
Thanks for everything
When the last dance has been danced and the last nibble has been nibbled, you’re not quite done.
If your guests have brought gifts, it’s only right to thank them. And choosing photo cards is a lovely way of sharing a party memento.
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Make another list in your party planner of who’s sent you what, so you always match the right gift to the right thank-you.
Thanks for everything
When the last dance has been danced and the last nibble has been nibbled, you’re not quite done.
If your guests have brought gifts, it’s only right to thank them. And choosing photo cards is a lovely way of sharing a party memento.
Shop all thank you cards
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Make another list in your party planner of who’s sent you what, so you always match the right gift to the right thank-you.
Plan the perfect party
The perfect party is all in the planning. Click the link below to download the ultimate to-do list starting a whole month until your big celebration! It’s sure to take away the pre-party stress and be the talk of the town.
Download our Ultimate To-do list
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