Are your parties lacking in creativity and visual punch? You're not alone: a lot of people have the food part down pat but don't know the first thing about party decoration.
But it's not as hard as it seems-all you need is some creativity and a bit of time.
If you're not sure how to spice up your next special occasion, here are some ideas to help you out.
Creative presentation.
Sometimes it's just in the food.
If it's just a small occasion and you're not serving a lot of food, spend a bit of time on your presentation.
Add a little garnish, grate some cheese on top, or simply arrange some cuts on top of it.
It gives your table a touch of formality and will get your guests on that party mood.
Table centerpieces.
A centerpiece can bring life and color to any table setup.
You just have to choose the right one-it has to suit the mood, theme, and purpose of your party.
Flowers, candles, and balloons are some of the most popular centerpiece materials, but feel free to use anything you have around.
If you're short on time, just get ready-made ones from your supplier and you'll have a party-ready table in seconds! Mood lighting.
Lighting can go a long way in setting the mood for a party.
You can make it dim and romantic, bright and festive, or colorful and childlike.
Fixing your lighting can be as simple as putting a colored slip over your existing lights, or changing your bulbs for the day.
Wall art.
Customizing your walls for a party is a lot easier than it sounds.
You don't have to repaint it or take down your existing décor.
If you have a blank wall, you can use it as your feature wall for all the year's events-Christmas, Halloween, birthdays, you name it.
A unique theme.
No party is complete without a theme to hold it together.
Think of something unique but still relevant to your occasion.
It can be just a color combination or an entire genre, such as a movie or a cartoon character.
Once you've decided on a theme, the rest of your décor will just fall into place.