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Party Products and Supplies in Laurel, MD

First decide on the date of your party, guest list, and theme. If you choose to entertain around a holiday, many of your decisions will be easier, if you incorporate traditional decorations and food. Invite guests to your party early, preferably two or more weeks ahead of time. This will give them time to RSVP and will give you more time to plan. The comfort of your guests is your primary goal, so think about compatibility, tastes, ages, and the ambiance you want to create.

There are ways to make things easier – takeout and deli foods are absolutely acceptable, and you can have a cookout, picnic, or a potluck party if you are really busy. A sit down dinner party is more formal than a cookout or a buffet, so think carefully about what type of party makes you the most comfortable.

Get ready to make lists! Lists are absolutely essential for any party, as you can jot things down as you think of them. Once you have the basics well planned and written down, your mind will be free to be creative with the food, fun, and decor.

Make your guest list and invite them. Calling is the easiest way to invite, and you will most likely get an immediate response. Another advantage of calling is you can ask if your guests have any food allergies or preferences. For larger parties, like a surprise birthday party, you can send out invitations.

Take inventory of your supplies: table and chairs, serving pieces, cutlery, crystal, plates, candlesticks, serving areas, and of course your kitchen. Think about renting or borrowing items you don’t have. Make sure the things you own are sparkling clean and in good repair.

Think about how you want to decorate. Decorations for a party can be as simple as candlesticks on the table, or more elaborate streamers, balloons, flower arrangements, tablecloths, and even chair covers. Decorate with the seasons too. Fresh flowers in the summer, a bowl full of polished apples and spruce twigs in the winter, or a vase with colorful leaves and cattails in the fall are simple, inexpensive, and beautiful.

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Wedding Rental in Laurel, MD

Wedding Checklist: Things NOT to forget!

One Year to Six Months Before

*If you are having a wedding and need rental items for your wedding, now is the time to contact AAA Party Rentals to secure rental of linen, tables, chairs, candelabras, dishes and flatware. Reserve your items early to ensure the quantity and colors of your choice.

Announce engagement. Order Wedding Rings

Meet with both parents to discuss type of wedding

Consider hiring a bridal consultant

Plan wedding budget

Buy a memory album

Choose wedding & reception sites

If having a church wedding, meet with clergy

Choose attendants

Shop for the bride’s dress and order it early!

Plan color scheme and shop for bridesmaid dresses. Order them as soon as possible.

4 months prior to the wedding

*Rethink your rental reservation if your quantities have changed, contact AAA to modify your reservation

Consult travel agent about honeymoon plans

Register at Bridal Gift Registry

Begin guest list

Order Invitations

Select and book your photographer, videographer, and entertainment

Three to Four Months Before

Complete your guest list

Invite out-of-town guests early!

Address invitations as soon as they arrive or hire a Calligrapher and do it with style!

If you have not already done so, order your bridesmaid dresses now! Confirm your wedding dress order too!

Order Groom’s, Groomsmen and Dad’s Tuxedos

Book your caterer

Shop for your wedding cake

Choose your florist

Pick out and order your ice carvings

Plan ceremony & reception details with musicians and/or other entertainment

Arrange for wedding transportation

Complete your honeymoon plans

One to Two Months Before

*Rethink your rental reservation if your quantities have changed; contact AAA to modify your reservation

Buy wedding gifts for each other

Mail wedding invitations

Plan rehearsal & rehearsal dinner

Pick up wedding rings

Have a final fitting of gown & bridesmaid dresses

Have studio wedding portraits taken

Contact newspaper regarding wedding announcement

Arrange for hotels for out-of-town guests

Send thank you notes for early gifts

Purchase gifts for attendants

Last Two Weeks

*If there are items on your rental reservation that you do not want or need, now is the time to cancel or decrease your order without penalty. Rethink your rental reservation if your quantities have changed; contact AAA to modify your reservation

Pick up marriage license

Send announcement to newspaper

Have your hair done by hairstylist like you plan to wear it on your wedding day. Bring your veil with you!

Meet with a make up consultant for beauty tips.

Check on honeymoon reservations

Buy travelers checks

Address your wedding announcements, have someone mail them for you on your Wedding day

Confirm final details with florist, entertainment, rental services, caterers, photographers, reception site, etc.

Pay all balances due at this time

The Last 48 Hours!

Pick up the tuxedos from the tux shop

Time to start relaxing. Try to stay calm, all your careful planning will pay off!

Rehearsal dinner – give attendants their gifts!

Congratulations…. you made it!! Remember, this is the beginning of the rest of your life together, if things go wrong at the wedding, don’t let it ruin your special day!