The right party supplies can add instant pizzazz and character to any event.
The best thing about party supplies is that with the wide array of items and ideas available you can choose practically any them and support it fully with relatively little cost.
However, unless you already have a definite idea of what you want you might easily be overwhelmed by the sheer multitude of party supplies and ideas available.
To reduce party planning burn out it is best to initiate your planning at home instead of at the store, surrounded by party ideas and confusion.
First, think of the occasion and establish a suitable theme.
Next, consider the space in which the party will be held and how much space you have for decorating.
Compose a list of necessary items, such as disposable dinnerware, napkins, etc, then move on to more superfluous ones, such as party favors.
After having actually established the theme date and time, invitations becomes the next most important task.
The earlier people are informed of an event the more likely they will be to accommodate their schedule to include it.
The manner of invitations, whether they be a formal card or an informal text, depends entirely upon the event and age group being entertained.
If you are throwing a birthday party or event for children, it would be considerate to give a written, rather than oral, invitation.
This allows the parents to have a tangible reminder that can be placed on the refrigerator and referred to, saving them the hassle of having to contact you over minute details.
The same holds true for teens; if you're acting as host, have the courtesy of letting parents know the location and number of the party being thrown, as well as a general idea of who else has been invited.
For adults invitations depend more upon how formal an event will be.
For casual gatherings a simple text might suffice.
For busier adults though, such as those with family and restricting work obligations, a hard-copy invitation may very well serve as a more effective reminder.
Once invitations have been sent you are free to go ahead and build the rest of the party.
Decorations are among the easiest mood setters for festivity.
Scene setters with corresponding add-ons, streamers, balloons, cardboard stand ups, etc, are all great decorations that can easily stand alone or work towards a festive whole when used together.
Also consider your location.
If you're inside you have the benefit of walls and ceiling to hang things to and from; streamers and scene setters do well here.
If you're outside you might think pinatas and oriental party lanterns.
Whatever your choice, keep to the theme and don't be afraid to put your own personal twist on things to lend character to the gathering.