I have no plans of having a party for my 38th birthday, but my husband insisted. He knows me better than anyone; John knows that I like entertaining people, especially family and friends.
I had three days to prepare this simple party. As always, I started with the venue. My closest friends wanted to have it in my place, but I realized I want to invite more to come celebrate with me, so I called The Legend Villas, which I consider my second home.
(A beautiful flower from Jes Lising)
What I did for this super rush party: TIPS THAT YOU MAY FOLLOW
1. Since the room I booked is not as big from the usual room my family and I stay on, I grouped the invites:
a. 11am-1pm - My family
b. 2pm -4pm - Family Friends
c. 4pm -6pm - Mommy Blogger Friends
d. 6pm-8pm - High School Friends
e. 8pm-10pm- In-laws, new found friends
2. I emailed each group, with the venue, time and date. I also put the party motif, and I even asked some of them to bring food.
3. If you think your friends are nice enough, do not be afraid to ask them what gift you expect. But remember, not everyone welcomes this idea. I have this belief, from the Bible, ask and you shall receive. Most of what I asked were granted, and more...
4. I jot down the food I will prepare
5. Did the grocery. If you planned for a color motif party, be sure to throw in stuff that will put emphasis on the motif, just like this:
(take home treats/giveaways)
(drinks and cake)
(paper plates and facial tissue)
Most of my guests wore purple, you may view photos here.
