Practical Party Planning

Parties come in all sizes and shapes but one thing that the majority of them have in common is the fact that typically if you are going to host a party you know well in advance. That being said even to the most frugal party planner the favors, the plates, the balloons, the gifts, and of course the food and drink can really add up. So what is a host or hostess suppose to do? Can you afford twenty bucks a week? If not how about ten bucks a week? Open up a high interest savings account with ING Direct. You can link them directly to your existing checking account and set up an automatic transfer. Set it and FORGET IT! By the time your party rolls around you have all the cash you need and don't have to worry about where the money is coming from. My BFF Kristin is getting married in May 09 and I have the honor of being her Matron of Honor. So yup I started planning already so I don't get slammed when it's time to start writing the deposit check for the dress and the shower. I'm totally excited for her and when it comes time I don't want to worry about the stress of if I have enough money or not.