Goodbye Parties

Goodbye Parties on a budget...

As your babies go off to college you may want to send them off with a bang or maybe a parade. Now you have already written the check for tuition, room and board and 3 months worth of ramen noodles but that doesn't mean you can’t throw a great going away party on a budget. Here are a few tips:

1. Choose a menu that can be prepared in bulk... such as a taco bar or pasta bar, sandwiches served with a variety of toppings, self serve chips and dip or a self serve popcorn bar with a variety of toppings (cajun flavored popcorn is always a hit in the summertime).

2. Do it yourself photo booth... Your children will treasure memories of friends and home that they can take on their new adventure. Pictures are worth a thousand words; after all, everyone gets a little homesick. The photo booth can easily be decorated with balloons and a backdrop (all you need to do is add the bling and lighting. You certainly don't need to hire a cameraman. Instead, this an instant camera will do the trick. One option can be found online or at local stores...https://www.walmart.com/ip/FujiFilm-Instax-Mini-8-Camera-WHITE-Accessories-KIT-Fujifilm-Instax-Mini-8-Camera-includes-40-Instax-Film-Custom-Case-4-AA-Rechargeable-Batteries-Ass/131417140?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=596&adid=22222222228046888863&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=113173190477&wl4=pla-321035593637&wl5=9003465&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=112354198&wl11=online&wl12=131417140&wl13=&veh=sem

Another option is to link a smartphones to a printer…

3. Depending on your budget, inexpensive party decor can be found at Target, Walmart, or at online retailers such as Amazon. Do not hesitate to utilize your local dollar or discount stores for supplies. Remember, balloons are always an awesome way to decorate as well.

If you are a do it yourselfer and you have enough time, Pinterest always has some awesome decorating ideas and tips. Here are a few:

Decor:

http://pinterest.com/pin/27021666493879218/?source_app=android

https://pinterest.com/pin/321092648420767111/?source_app=android

http://pinterest.com/pin/411868328398177039/?source_app=android

Desserts:

Donut forget us platter

https://pinterest.com/pin/AZ1TP6iuH3ntMmo4x2gEnTnxvaI-HqaAX79ENxpW-XyjbFicN2L13MI/?source_app=android

Goodbye cupcakes

http://pinterest.com/pin/295196950550413344/?source_app=android