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PLAN, PLAN! - Plan in advance so you won't be paying top dollar at the last minute. Plan your menu and buy in bulk when you can. |
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GO DIGITAL - Send out digital invites to save on stationery and stamps |
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POTLUCK IT - Ask guests to bring their favorite dishes or desserts and display them together on a table. |
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DRESSED UP TRAYS - Use extra gift-wrap paper to line serving pieces to make your serving pieces look pretty. |
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LIFT 'EM UP! - Use extra wrapped gift boxes as risers to give your serving pieces height. |
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RECYCLABLE FOOD LABELS - Use chalkboard tags or erasable tags to identify your food. The tags can be used again at your next party with a simple eraser. |
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VASE COUTURE - No need to get color coordinated vases. Buy beautiful fabric to dress up your every day vases. Simply wrap fabric around vases and secure with double stick tape. |
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FRUIT DÉCOR - Use seasonal fruit instead of flowers to decorate the tables. It serves as both decoration and food. |
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PAPER LANTERN IT PRETTY - Hang paper lanterns from the ceiling to give it a festive feel. They are inexpensive and can be used multiple times. |
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DOUBLE DUTY PLAYLIST - Download your favorite music to create a fantastic playlist for the party. Burn the playlist onto a CD to give guests at the end of the party. |
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No matter the amount of money you are spending on your party, consider setting up a Blueprint plan before you think about buying anything this season. Watch how Karen and Will used Blueprint!
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