I will make my parties more fun next year

Now that 2010 is here, it is time to have more fun according to Nelson Mock of First Stop Party Shoppe. Here are just a few ideas that can help.

Party Favors Aren't Just For Weddings - One of the many things a bride has to consider is the favors that will adorn the tabletops at her reception. Since party favors are usually marketed to brides, however, most party planners bypass the charming addition of a small gift to make the event extra special.   Affordably priced and useful, party favors help liven up a gathering, and party planners who want to add a little panache provide guests with a special memento.   Here are some party favor ideas to get you thinking creatively:

·         Baby Shower: It’s an exciting, but hectic time when it comes to being a mother, and everyone wants to help out by providing assistance, advice, gifts, and, of course, by throwing a baby shower for the mom-to-be! With trays of delicious finger foods and cute baby gifts, the expectant mother and her friends celebrate the momentous occasion. And the perfect way to decorate each attendee’s spot at the table is with functional baby shower party favors, such as baby bottles, diaper pins, pacifiers, and powders – all of which have a fun, festive baby shower theme.

·         Bridal Shower: This get together is one of the bride’s most cherished events; she has time to mingle with her best friends and just kick back and relax. Planning the bridal shower is often relegated to the maid of honor or other close friend, who takes care of all the responsibilities of selecting a theme, sending out invitations, choosing a caterer (or cooking it herself), and decorating the space festively.

Providing just an extra touch of personalization, bridal shower party favors are a classy, thoughtful way to help your guests remember the party and thank them for coming. Whatever party favor ideas you choose – from candles and photo albums to monogrammed make-up bags and coasters, your guests can have a stylish memento to remember the festivities long after they end.

·         Graduation Party: From high school to college and beyond, the graduate in your life deserves a little recognition for his or her hard work over the years. And what is the perfect way to celebrate? With a party, of course! From a cook out to a day at the beach, there are just as many party favor ideas to complement whatever theme you choose, including customizable favor tins, memorable photo frames, and stylish, yet feminine koozies to keep those drinks cold all summer long.

·         Birthday Party: Birthday party favors, which make excellent grab bag gifts or table decorations, are perfect no matter how old the ‘birthday girl or boy’ is. For children’s birthdays, selecting age appropriate party favors, such as lip balm, candy in personalized favor tins, and picture frames, is ideal; while, for an older teen’s or adult’s get together, party favor ideas such as candles, fancy ice cream scoops, pens, and bookmarks not only help guests reminisce but are also fully functional.

The perfect place setting or little “thank you” gift for any get together is a party favor! Regardless of whether the event you’re throwing is for yourself or a loved one, party favors add a special touch to any affair. Small, customizable, and affordable party favors keep the memories alive long after the party is over.