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I don’t think there’s anyone in the world who doesn’t think parties are fun. Well, hermits maybe (no offense to them!).

Going to a party is fun, but preparing for one can be quite stressful. Along with throwing a party comes the added pressure of being a gracious host to your guests, and the expectation of giving them a party they will remember for a long time. Before sending out those party invitations to your friends, there are a few simple guidelines to remember when throwing a holiday party:

Think of the holiday you want to celebrate, whether it’s Valentine’s Day or Thanksgiving, and stick to that theme. Try to come up with creative displays which you can make with raw materials from your home. You can, for instance, cut up Styrofoam boards into shapes and paint them according to your chosen theme.

Carefully plan the menu. Be sure the food is appropriate for the occasion, and of course, delicious. If anything, that’s the one thing your guests will be talking about, long after the party’s over.

You can come up with games to keep your guests entertained. That and music to the beat of martin custom x series will help set the mood.