The day after the big morning at Martha Stewart’s Sirius Show with Mario Bosquez, I got to be on WABC.TV talking about party tips on a budget. At the time of this writing, this link works but they might take it down at some point so you’ll have to check out TPG’s News and Ideas on the website which will have the clip soon. The crew on that show was so nice, friendly and welcoming; I just had a ball. Thank you for having me and I’d love to do it again!!!
Here are the tips from ABC’s website:
—–PARTY ON A BUDGET—–
Hosting a party while keeping the costs down – joining us this morning with some party budget tips is the party goddess, Marley Majcher.
FACTS & FIGURES:
* According to a March 2008 National Association of Catering Executives, 41% of caterers and event planners reported an increase in cancellations of catered affairs other than weddings.
* (Same survey) 48% (of caterers and event planners) reported that they were seeing declines in event spending.
* (Same survey) 62% reported that customers are purchasing less expensive meals and avoiding luxury items.
* (Same survey) 52% reported clients booking events on Fridays and Sundays to avoid premium pricing.
So how do you still have fun planning your next event without breaking the bank?
1. Think multi-purpose – make every aspect of your event work double time.
2. Create edible centerpieces (individual sweets on a pedestal in the middle of each table double as décor and dessert).
3. Use chalkboard paint on wooden napkin rings or pots to do double duty as place cards.
4. Invest in some cylindrical vases to use for flowers, as buffet risers, to hold décor and other party necessities.
5. Create an inspiration board for your party to collect and organize thoughts as well as build tons of excitement.
So think dual purpose and your event will be thrifty and rock star fabulous in no time flat!
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