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Your ultimate check list for organising a party at home

Planning an at-home party for an upcoming birthday, special event or celebration? This can be fun if you are well-organised. It’s a more intimate way to celebrate and you have more control over the things such as the budget and personalised details of your event.

We have developed a checklist for at-home parties to help take away the stress that can come with party planning.

It covers what you need to consider over 4 weeks before your special event.

Click Here to download the Home Party Planning Checklist

 

Kids dance party ideas

If you are planning a kids birthday dance party for a 4 to 9-year-old, let’s face it the pressure is on for it to be a hit.

Begin with adding a bit of glitter to your invites to set the tone. Have a dress code or make it themed, like a white party or ask kids to dress as their favourite musician.

You’ll need a backyard or a bit of space to host the party such as a garage or basement. An idea would be to create a cozy kid’s karaoke corner with a lounge area to start the night. Include disco dress-up props like wigs, big plastic sunglasses, microphones, and mustaches. Here you can also have a photo booth set up.

Jungle party food & Entertainment

A jungle theme for your kid’s party can turn your house into a scene out of Jumanji. So, arranging the kid’s jungle party food will be just as adventurous.

The little explorers will need something to keep them entertained, occupied and fuelled up for taking on their great expedition into the unknown. Kids jungle party food can be a fun and creative way to get people talking.

Creating an atmosphere with props such as trees and animals will tempt the little explorers to start climbing. Before you end up with a house full of tiny Tarzan’s, below are a few things you can distract them with.

Rumble in the Jungle

Any of the standard party games will work perfectly such as a treasure hunt for example. For most games just calling them something jungly will work fine.

Some can easily have props changed to make pin the tail on the tiger or pass the parcel wrapping up the gifts with large “leaves”  or try coconut bowling. For the bravest explorers, there is always ‘gator wrestling! Ball pools are always fun and with the addition of “deadly” crocs or gators. It’s the only time you’ll be keen to have the kids going anywhere near these fierce creatures.

Winter House Party Essentials

Instead of venturing out into the cold, plan your next Winter house party at home with all the party essentials. As well as being a safer option, it is also a great way to enjoy the company of friends and family. Whether you are hiring out space at a local club or hosting it at home, Perth Party Hire has your Winter essential party items list. If you are planning a 21st birthday, 50th, baby shower or engagement, these are the things you will need to make your party a success. 


Map out Your Entertainment Area

 If you are planning a backyard outdoor Winter party or event, it’s always good to map out the area. We suggest creating a comfy sitting space for guests. Hiring out a few of our cosy ottomans, pallet table, benches for hire or table and chair set options.

Add colour and style with one of our many rugs, cushions or better yet, create a feature wall with our Mesh wire backdrop for hire. Decorate it with beautiful fresh florals or balloons so it is Instagram worthy.

Lighting is a must for evening parties and we have a large range of lights for hire. From disco to fairy, festoon lights and lanterns. Hire one of our bar products and set up a serving station for guests with food or drinks.


Keep Warm

Winter nights can get chilly in Perth, so if your Winter house party is outdoors, you’ll want to consider a few things. A Fire pit or gas heater should be part of your Winter essential party items. They not only add flair to your event, they will be appreciated by everyone when the temperature drops. Of course, wine and alcoholic beverages also help! So, you may need a few drink tubs, ice buckets or eskies to store your supplies. A marquee is a perfect idea for creating cover and warmth, especially for those rainy days. Last but not least, ensure you have enough hot drinks to go around. We have you covered with our coffee percolator which caters for up to 100 cups, or our 8 litre Urn for those who prefer tea as well.


Decorate the Table

Here is where you can get creative and have some fun decorating your table setting. If you require tables, we have a range for hire, in kids table sizes too. You’ll need to put thought into cutlery, glassware, table cloths, and other decorative items. Things such as candelabra’s or vases are great for decorating table settings. Add coloured serviettes, crockery and maybe even handmade place settings for each guest. Check out our Party Hire Pinterest page for more inspiration.


Serve up a Feast

Our Buffet tables, serving trays and dishes and boards will help you serve up a feast. We hire a range of catering equipment from food service to electrical goods. There is a range of items to use for cooking and keeping food warm. From BBQ’s to Bain Marie’s leaving you to cook up a storm for your Winter house party.

Make your Winter House Party easier

Parties are so much fun, however, we know they can be hard work. Make it easier by checking out our many miscellaneous items. These are normally things you find you may need last minute, like an extension cord, drinks cart, flat bed trolley or P.A system and microphone. For a full range of useful party items check out our miscellaneous goods for hire online.

There you have it, just a few Winter house party essentials you may need. For more party style inspiration ideas check out our styled party options. Don’t forget you can hire as little or as much you like.

And feel free to contact Perth Party Hire directly should you have any questions about any of our party hire items.

Cocktail hour, pairing glassware with drinks

If you are planning an event like a wedding, cocktail party or private function then you need to have an understanding of the types of glassware for those cocktail drinks.

Wondering which glassware is best for cocktails? Mojito’s? Whiskey’s? Manhattans? you name it! Highball or lowball? We are here to help you learn how to select the best glassware for your event, whatever your tipple.

Know your glassware

What most people don’t pay attention to is that glassware has been designed for the drinking experience and specific drink it holds. Most long stem glasses are made that way to keep the drink at the right temperature.

A glass can enhance an aroma and the way you hold a glass can affect the temperature of your drink, therefore improving your drinking experience. Nobody likes a warm white wine, right?

If it is your turn to be the host of cocktail hour, here are some savvy glassware tips to help!

Martini glassware

A traditional cocktail glass is one in the shape of an inverted cone. Commonly known as the Martini Glass.

Most of these cocktails do not come with ice, so the stem is long as it is there to control the temperature making them easy to hold without handling the glass too much. This cone shaped glassware also has a nice large surface area to enhance the aroma.

Martini glassware suits a wide range of cocktails, from, you name it, a Martini, cosmopolitan, margaritas, to name a few.

Our martini glassware for hire comes in a range of sizes from 60ml to 240ml. Plus glass styles from acrylic to 5 star german crystal glassware.

Tumblers

Old Fashion Whiskey Glassware Hire

A tumbler is considered an all-purpose glass, they can also be referred to as Lowball or short tumbler, designed to serve spirits straight or with a few ice cubes.  Cocktails such as, Negroni’s, White Russian’s or an Old fashioned.

Hire online our crystal tumblers for a classic look or straight glass lowball glassware.

 

Hi Ball Glassware

A hi ball is a glass that is ideal for “tall” cocktails or mixed drinks which will be poured over ice. Collins glasses are also popular for these types of drinks.

They best suit cocktails like mojito’s or mixed drinks served cold.

Our Hi Ball glassware come in a variety of styles and sizes.

 

 

 

Champagne Saucer Glassware

Champagne saucers are very on trend at the moment for serving champagne and sparkling wine. But they’re also great for a cocktail or two such as a delicious espresso martini or margarita on a sunny afternoon.

There are a variety of Champagne saucer sizes for hire on our website.

 

 

 

Champagne Glasses

Champagne glasses aren’t just  used for the sparkling wines. They’re also great for Mimosa (Peach puree and sparkling wines) and Bellinis (Chilled citrus juice and sparkling wine).

Choose a crystal cut glass for those glamorous events or one of our many straight cut glasses that come in options such as 5 star german crystal glassware to acrylic glassware.

 

How to kit out your Child’s Jungle Party Theme

Have you ever considered holding a jungle soiree? It’s all the rage… for kids!

Well, read on for more tips and tricks for how to kit your child’s jungle party.

A proper jungle party will surround you and your small guests with tropical trees, plants and more exotic animals than you can shake a banana at. Lions, tigers, monkeys, snakes, elephants, parrots, and crocodiles.

A jungle party is wonderfully flexible. You can include nearly all your kid’s favourite animals, even if they are not strictly from the jungle. Giraffes, rhinos, and zebras pop up all the time despite being savanna dwellers. Whales might be a problem, but here’s the secret: the kids won’t care… they will be too busy getting wowed by all the foliage and tigers.
It’s also easy to make it wonderfully immersive in a different way to other party themes.

Animals and trees surrounding you will feel as if you’ve brought the jungle into your lounge.

That might sound a bit difficult to pull off, but it’s only as complex as you want it to be.

GARDEN PARTY STYLE

What is a garden style party?

The glorious thing about a garden style party is the sky really is the limit here, as a garden party can be anything you desire. Here in Perth we are blessed with sunny weather for most of the year, so this is the ideal city to take your celebrations outdoors. Garden parties are those that happen outside, whether it be in your backyard, a public park, national park, large garden or any other outdoor area, and are typically held in the afternoon to take advantage of the natural light and sunshine. More than just a backyard barbeque, garden style parties are a popular choice when a celebration calls for that little bit of extra pizazz.

What type of party is suited to garden style?

Given the versatility of this party style, garden parties are very well suited to a range of different occasions. A lovely outdoor garden party is perfect for baby showers, engagement parties, birthdays, wedding receptions, anniversaries, hen’s days and bridal showers. A garden party can be as informal or as formal as you like and is especially ideal for casual celebrations where guests can feel comfortable enough to kick back, take their shoes off and relax. Garden parties are also great for children, as they are free to run around and make plenty of noise without the restrictions of the indoors. If you want your guests to enjoy the outdoor breeze, natural environment and sunset views, a garden party is where it’s at.

Elements of a garden style party

The fabulous thing about garden parties is the world really is your oyster when it comes to how you style and design your celebration. Garden parties can be themed, laid back or fancy, so there really is no typical style that’s used. Popular elements of modern garden parties include flowers, bunting, outdoor furniture, benches, cushions, platters, drink stations, marquees, tablecloths, ice tubs, outdoor bars and much more. There’s plenty of room to add your own DIY touches, while all necessary equipment is also available for hire.

At Perth Party Hire, we love garden style parties and helping our customers bring their dream garden party to life. You can check out our amazing garden party photo gallery for an idea of the kind of garden style party we can help you create and we’re on hand to answer any questions you may have.

How to create the perfect boho style party

Boho chic has become one of the most Pinterest worthy party themes, and a quick Google search will quickly lead you down the rabbit hole of whimsical bohemian soirees filled with rustic wooden furniture, vintage rugs, patterned throw cushions and twinkling lanterns. You’ll swoon as you scroll through boho style party ideas – but looking at dreamy images is one thing, while putting the style into practice is a whole different kettle of fish. The boho look is all about effortlessness, but it actually takes a lot of effort to get it right. If you want to create the perfect boho style party, we’ve got some tips to pull it off with flying colours.

What exactly is a boho style party?

Boho (short for bohemian) is all about combining vintage, hippie and ethnic-inspired items with earthy tones and elements of nature. The boho style celebrates free spiritedness and conjures up a charming old world feeling, with a focus on natural beauty. Given the eclectic and vintage inspired aesthetic, boho styled parties and weddings have become hugely popular in recent years as they allow plenty of room for DIY touches and can therefore be very budget friendly.

What type of party is suited to boho style?

Boho styled parties are incredibly versatile and the boho theme can work with a wide range of party types. The boho style has a distinctively feminine edge, so boho parties are often favoured for hen’s parties, baby showers and bridal showers, but they’re also incredibly popular for casual wedding receptions, engagement parties and birthday celebrations. There’s really no party that won’t work with a boho theme, so the sky’s the limit.

Elements of a boho style party

One of the great things about a boho themed party is you can really make the style your own by putting your own spin on things. You might have some incredible vintage items you want to include or engage your creative side to make some boho inspired decorations of your own. A typical boho style party can include items like rustic wooden furniture, native flowers, bunting, fairy lights, dreamcatchers and other vintage items.

At Perth Party Hire, we adore boho style parties and love helping our customers create dreamy settings for any kind of celebration. For an idea of the boho style that Perth Party Hire can help you create, check out our incredible boho party photo gallery and contact us to find out more.