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Party Planning Tips from your Party Partners
As your ‘Party Partners,’ we’re here to help you throw the best event on an even better budget. Between your creativity and ours, your next gathering is sure to leave a lasting impression. We have some party planning tips to save you time and maximize your budget.
Make saving even simpler with $5 off our Party Pack, an offer brought to you exclusively online by My BI-LO. And reference Celebrate the Day, Our Party Planning Guide for cakes, confections and party trays with a handy Pricing Guide.
Tip #1: Stick to your budget and guest list.
Determine your budget and stick to it. If you put a limit on your guest list, you can calculate a strict budget.
Tip #2: Three ways to save on invitations.
There are many options when it comes to invitations. To save time and money, get your invitations at BI-LO. Or for a personal touch, make your own invitations, especially if your event is for a child. The time spent together crafting them will be a lasting memory.
You can also opt for an e-mail invitation. If you go this route, have up-to-date e-mail addresses and follow up with guests that don’t respond. With the large volume of e-mails most receive, it’s important to make sure your invitation was seen.
Tip #3: Invest in re-usable party supplies.
Buy party supplies on sale throughout the year. This will save money long-term and minimize ‘out of pocket’ expenses before your event.
Invest in re-usable decorations suitable for a variety of events like floating candle bowls. Instead of candles, add fresh flowers from BI-LO’s Floral Shop in water over decorative rocks. This is an updatable solution for both bridal and baby showers. By investing in universal decorations like these, you’ll need only minimal accents to complete a party’s theme.
To top off your event, party supplies at BI-LO are always a great value. We have themed plates and napkins, balloons, party favors and more. When it comes to supplies like plastic cutlery or cups, invest in some that are sturdy enough to be washed and re-used for several events. It’s good for the environment and good for your budget.
Tip #4: Let us handle the food and drinks.
BI-LO’s Deli offers fresh and affordable party trays with a variety of options suitable for any occasion. Or create your own using our delicious Dietz and Watson® or Russer® meats and cheeses. Either way you’re sure to savor the savings. Get $5 off a Party Pack with an exclusive online offer from My BI-LOSM to stretch your savings even farther.
If you like to cook, meals using pasta or potatoes are also always good ways to stretch a budget. Serve up some lasagna, potato salad or a casserole at your event. Login to My BI-LO and search over 64,000 recipes using our ‘Advanced Search’ feature. With it, you can search categories such as ‘cooking for a crowd,’ ‘hors d’oeuvre’ and “barbecue/cookout.”
Tip #5: At the heart of every party is the perfect dessert.
Let BI-LO’s Bakery craft the perfect centerpiece to your party. We have a large variety of cakes, pies and sweet confections that are deliciously affordable. With our special offer from My BI-LO you get $5 off a Party Pack, so saving couldn’t be more convenient.
If you like to whip up your own tasty treats, My BI-LO has some sweet ideas. Just login and use our Recipe ‘Quick Search’ feature to search categories like cake, pie, cheesecake and chocolate. Not a Member? Don’t worry. It’s easy and FREE. All you need is your BONUSCARD®. Sign up now.
Tip #6: Make an activity out of your party favors. The funnest activities for kids are often the ones that cost the least. Try a Scavenger Hunt using everyday items or let your guests create their own party favors. Not only will this be a fun activity, but it’s also a great way to personalize your favors.
Making candy-covered apples is a fun activity for guests and the treats also become their party favor. Walter® accepts only the freshest apples that are sure to taste delicious when dipped in caramel and rolled in sprinkles, chocolate or nuts. Let the apples set in the fridge during the party and they’ll be ready to accompany your guests home.
We also know that saving money requires an investment of time. So if you don’t have time to do all of these budget-friendly projects, pick and choose and you’ll still save. If you bake your own cake go ahead and buy invitations. Or if you have guests make their own party favors, get a budget-friendly party tray from the BI-LO Deli. As your ‘Party Partners,’ we have everything from cake to ice cream, decorations to gift wrap, and balloons to gift cards. Making lasting memories has never been easier. Or cheaper.
