How to Give a Great Party on a Budget

The holiday party season is approaching fast. In addition, to gift giving expenses there is the added expense of holiday parties especially if you want to throw your own party. Throwing your own party can get expensive but there  is a solution to this problem.  Pre-plan your party wisely and you can be creative on a limited budget. Then you can give a grand party without breaking the bank. Here some of my suggestions to all you party-girls out there on  fixed income.

First, think about your dishes. If you need to purchase more dishes read your community papers for thrift sales. A lot of times people donate brand new sets of dishes at these sales. Also, shop after holidays like July 4th to get dishes and party accessories sometimes as much as 75% off their original price. Take out small plates first so guests don’t load on appetizers. Plus, there is less food waste when you use smaller plates. Then there is extra food available for that unexpected guest.