The problem is that parties can also cause stress for certain people. Face it: you're either programmed to be excited about details or you aren't. If you are a details-person, you probably revel in planning a party. If you find details pesky, you probably find planning parties to be stressful. As a matter of fact, the other day, one of us had a good friend say, "I just want this party to be over. I can't afford to hire someone to do all this, but I hate these little details!" If this sounds like you, chances are that you are never going to relish the idea of doing hand-calligraphy placecards at two in the morning before a fête, and that's okay! (This may be an important moment to mention that great gatherings and parties are NOT about expensive or time-consuming details---they are about people. If placecards stress you out, for pete's sake, do without!) However, if you are yearning to have a party with fun accessories and details but just don't want to put in the time because it ain't your thing, perhaps a party in a box is right up your alley.
The party in a box concept has been around for awhile now, and it's a great concept: all the stuff you need to throw a party in one box, for one price. You add people and food and you're done! Here are some resources for a "party in a box" that we think are getting it done well.
(2) Tin Parade:
(3) Pretty Smitten's fantastic Etsy store has these "party-in-a-box type kits:"
(4) Because of Brenna's Etsy store has these offerings (and more):
Of course, if you don't need a full theme-in-a-box kind of thing, we recommend Etsy for those special little touches that you don't have time for. Cupcake wrappers, invitations, placecards, favors, etc.---we love that Etsy provides a place to buy and sell those very special handmade items that make a party unique!
Happy planning!
---Jill & Kari
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