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Secrets of a Party Planner

How to Plan a Party When You’re Crazy Busy

How to Plan a Party When You’re Crazy Busy

My family and I are entering what is my insanely busy season at work. I have to say: I truly, deeply dread this season every year. I know that one day, not too far in the future, I'll be in tears, convinced that I won't be able to pull it all off. This also is the...

Listen in on Party Planning Interview {And Get a Free Gift!}

Listen in on Party Planning Interview {And Get a Free Gift!}

Yesterday, I mentioned an interview I was preparing for this summer. Today, you get to listen in! The interview was part of Monique Brown's Total Woman Summit, and of course it's free to you. Monique teaches women the skills necessary to life a more charming life--a...

What To Do When You’re Feeling Stuck

What To Do When You’re Feeling Stuck

Have you ever heard the joke about, "I try to take things one day at a time, but lately several days have attacked me at once"? This is how I've been feeling the past few weeks, and why I had to take a mini blog break. As much as I like being here, and sharing new...

6 Party Lessons From My Bike Ride at the Beach

6 Party Lessons From My Bike Ride at the Beach

Sometimes inspiration comes when you least expect it. When you're not thinking about your next party, or cruising Pinterest. But instead when you are doing something active. During our vacation last week, that meant riding bikes. I wasn't sure my legs (not to mention...

Snow Days, Valentine’s Prep, and the Pre-Party Panic

Snow Days, Valentine’s Prep, and the Pre-Party Panic

On today's long to-do list was a simple Valentine's Day classroom treat to share with you, but the best laid plans and all that ... Tomorrow, promise! (We did score the last of the heart-shaped Peeps at Walgreen's, though. Go us, go us!) So here's a quick peek into...

When Is It Worth It to Spend Money on Your Party?

When Is It Worth It to Spend Money on Your Party?

I'm working with a few clients right now on custom party plans and a party kit. I'm also planning my own daughters' 9th birthday party. So party budgeting is top of mind for me right now. Which ultimately leads to the question: when is it worth it to spend money your...

Did You Wait Too Long to Plan Your Child’s Birthday Party?

Did You Wait Too Long to Plan Your Child’s Birthday Party?

It happens all the time. You're busy, which I totally get because I am, too. So, if you've waited too long to plan your child's birthday party, but you still want a custom look, here's what you need to do to make it happen: 8 steps to pull off a last-minute birthday...

9 Essential Party Styling Tools (That Cost Pennies)

9 Essential Party Styling Tools (That Cost Pennies)

Today I'm sharing some tricks of the trade ... the "how did she DO that" kind of tools that party planners turn to. Not that you can really call any of these items "tools" in the true sense of the word. Here are my top 9 essential party styling tools. Most cost just...

Getting Party-Ready: 5 Easy Steps to Tame Clutter

Getting Party-Ready: 5 Easy Steps to Tame Clutter

We had a little bit of perfect storm recently with work, health issues, school and activities starting, parties, and just stuff. I decided that the girls had to come first, and took a little blog break. At the same time, I've put a lot of effort into getting the party...

Why I Do What I Do + What I’ve Never Shared With You

Why I Do What I Do + What I’ve Never Shared With You

Why do I have a party shop? Why do I blog? Why I am on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, PInterest and Google+? Connecting with you in all these different ways? This may be news, but it's not for the money. It's to make birthdays easy. The party biz is not my day job. My...

Survey Results: Why We Throw Parties & Giveaway Winner

Survey Results: Why We Throw Parties & Giveaway Winner

I'm excited to publish the results of our first reader survey! I've loved reading your responses -- especially to the question about why you celebrate birthdays. I chose my favorite response, which was actually also a very common sentiment. (Read to the bottom to see...

How to Host a Slumber Party Without Losing Your Mind

How to Host a Slumber Party Without Losing Your Mind

This past Saturday night was our Night Owl Sleepover, and as always, I learned a few things during this party. A few of those things I learned the hard way. Here's how to host a slumber party without losing your mind. 1 - Keep your guest list small. This one I learned...

3 Steps to Brainstorm Your Next Party Ideas

3 Steps to Brainstorm Your Next Party Ideas

"Oh my gosh! How did you think of that?" It's one of the questions I hear after parties sometimes, and it's so sweet. But of course, parties don't come to me full-blown. Creating the details is work, but I do have a trick to make it easier. Here's how to brainstorm...

How to Plan for a Party Away From Home

How to Plan for a Party Away From Home

You know I love an at-home party, but sometimes space does not permit. That was the case with my twins' 8th birthday party. As the girls have moved into separate classes at school, their group of friends has expanded and our guest list has grown. We also invite close...

TPT 14 Party Planning Cheat Sheets 11-23-1

Party planning should be fun— not stressful!

Don't miss my FREE party planning cheat sheets.

These are the exact 14 worksheets I use to plan all my parties!

Have fun planning your party (and stop worrying about what you're forgetting).

Plus, you'll get all the latest parties, tutorials, and discounts from The Party Teacher.

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TPT 14 Party Planning Cheat Sheets 11-23-1

Don't miss my FREE Party Planning Cheat Sheets!

Don't miss my FREE party planning cheat sheets.

These are the exact 14 worksheets I use to plan all my parties!

Have fun planning your party (and stop worrying about what you're forgetting).

Plus, you'll get all the latest parties, tutorials, and discounts from The Party Teacher.

You have successfully subscribed! Thanks for joining the party!