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Stress-Free Party Planning  by: Lisa Hartwell It's a fact, many of us feel immediately stressed and harassed at the thought of having to organize a party or special dinner. We spend hours trying to make everything perfect, preparing the most elaborate dishes, struggling over fiddly, expensive decorations, spending more money that we can afford to impress our guests... And then the outcome is we are too tired, stressed-out and worried about things going wrong to actually enjoy the event and the company of our friends, relatives and colleagues. Wouldn't you like to be that host or hostess at a party who seems to sail through everything effortlessly, remains calm, never looks stressed, and always provides wonderful food, good conversation and a relaxed atmosphere? In "101 Best Party Recipes," Edith M Barber writes that one of the keys to a successful party is that the hosts enjoy the event. This makes a lot of sense; after all, if your guests sense you are feeling hassled their enjoyment will be lessened. Here are just a few simple rules to ensure your party is a success without the stress: plan your event well in advance attempt only what can be carried out successfully and with apparent ease be realistic about your skills ensure that your time at the party is not occupied by long spells in the kitchen never be afraid to ask for help. Use the skills of those around you keep notes always look for the easy way to achieve something above all, keep things simple! Follow these guidelines and you will be well on your way to becoming a successful party host. About The Author © Lisa Hartwell (2005) Lisa Hartwell is a writer, broadcaster and voiceover. She is the publisher of the "101 Best Party Recipes" (http://www.bestpartyrecipes.com) and webmaster at "Ultimate House and Homes" (http://www.ultimate-house-and-homes.com). lisa@lisahartwell.com This article was posted on August 20, 2005   View More Videos from the "Family" category: How to Cope with Diabetes in the Family Bathroom Safety Online Freebees for Families De Palm Island, Aruba - Wet & Wild - Activities on Voyage.tv   Read More Articles from the "Family" Category: Beach Weddings by Jason Hennessey Baby Shower Ideas, Throw The New Mom A Surprise! by Jon Pankhurst Why Buy Property in Alicante Spain by Lee Smith Key Steps for Removing Stains by Vincent Platania Spend More Time With Your Family This Holiday Season: Host A Caroling Party by Rondi Hillstrom Davis and Janell Sewall Oakes The Will Isn';t Fair - How Do I Contest It? by Tim Bishop That's My Baby! A Complete Guide About Baby Photos by Linda E. Joy Being a Great Client: Successful Interior Design Relationships by Melissa Galt Too Young to Survive? by LeAnn R. Ralph A Resolution Worth Keeping by Deborah Martin << Back to "Family" Index

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