Budget-friendly ideas for your party

Lifestyle Sunday 10/February/2019 20:37 PM
By: Times News Service
Budget-friendly ideas for your party

Some people are willing to spend hundreds, even up to thousands, for a birthday party. And that doesn’t even count the presents. Cakes and decorations are costing more because people have shown they are willing to pay. But what if there was a cheaper way to throw a great party without breaking the bank? Keep reading for DIY party ideas to save you money.
Office parties, anniversaries, and birthdays are great ways to celebrate those we appreciate. These are the perfect party tips to make a memorable, yet affordable, celebration.
1. Use Unique Advertisements
Your office is having a launch party for a new product. How do you advertise in a way that looks great but doesn’t cost too much? Paper invitations are old school, not to mention how the price adds up. Why not invest in a YouTube banner creator? Likely you’ve already made your online presence, so why not amp it up a little?
The best thing about a banner is that it makes a statement that people can’t ignore. Also, you can customize your banner to fit any occasion once the party is over.
2. Photo Booth Fun
The idea of a photo booth at events has become a popular one. The reason is that it’s perfect for any group setting like weddings and office parties. People can get together and have a blast trying on glasses and taking pictures. It’s a low-cost celebration tool. You can even find things from your home such as sunglasses, scarves, and masks.
3. Balloon Garland
Balloon are cheap, and as a result make a room look cheap if you don’t use them right. Instead of blowing up balloons and putting them on string, why not craft garland? The right colour of balloons will turn into garland into the right theme. Use gold and black for adult events, white and pink for casual. You can add flowers, glitter, and ribbon to make it look intricate and expensive. Or, use cheap piping and create a balloon arch.
4. Cupcake Tower Instead of Cake
Cakes are expensive. On top of that, they rarely have enough slices for everyone. The best way to remedy this problem is to get loads of cupcakes. Cupcakes are easy to decorate on your own, and they have large counts for less money. Everyone likes getting to pick out a cupcake, too. To make a statement, put cupcakes on different tiers. Stack them high to low or mix it up. You can even decorate tiers with glitter or paint before using them.
Throwing a DIY party might seem a little daunting at first. But if you do it right, now one will be able to tell that you didn’t splurge on the details. Before you know it, everyone will be asking you to plan all the next events.