HOW TO: Throw a New Years Party!

WISHING YOU A HAPPY FESTIVE SEASON!!

So new years is around the corner..and since my folks are out of town I am having a new years eve party at my place!!Woohoooo

All it takes to have a great New Year's Eve is close friends, the right attitude and of course, a place to party. So to avoid waiting in long line ups the Eve of the New Year, spending tons of money, and in order to make sure you're spending the night with your close friends rather than the coat check guy, take a look at these ways to throw a New Year's party at home.

Tell your friends

There can be no party without people.Just call those people that you truly want to spend the night with before making all the arrangements. I have called only the guys from my gang. Doesn't make sense inviting people you hardly know.

Sending invitations

In order to spread the word, your best bet is to call people to tell them about the bash. Not only is this the least expensive way, but it's also the most reliable.
If you prefer mailing invitations, send e-mail invitations.

Munchies

Light snacks, cocktails, or finger foods are the way to go on New Year's Eve, as opposed to a sit-down dinner. This will give people the opportunity to mingle with others, without restricting them to a designated seat at the dinner table. Here are some food items to have on hand:

Nachos and salsa

Pretzels, chips

Nuts

Vegetable and dip

Chicken wings

Mini pizzas

Pigs in a blanket

An assortment of cheeses

I am planning on ordering pizza and a cake. I don't know to cook and I ain't trying it on new years eve!

All the alcohol you need

This is a very important point, especially for New Year's Eve. Make sure to check your bar or fridge to see what you need to buy. Don't be a big shot and assume that you have everything, or the last thing you'll be doing is shots. Try to do your alcohol shopping before December 31st, to avoid the mayhem in stores.

But get more than you need; the last thing you want is to deprive people of alcohol, or they may just end up taking the party elsewhere. If you end up with too much alcohol, it never hurts to keep your bar well-stocked for next time.

If there's ever a night for champagne, this is it. Make sure you have some bubbly to cork open when the clock strikes twelve.

Also, make sure to have champagne flutes, or at least wine glasses handy.

If you want to get a bartender, you can get in touch with a college employment service; they may have student bartenders who are willing to work, and they are usually less expensive than professional services.

Most importantly; ensure that no one gets behind the wheel drunk.

Thankfully, since most of my guests don't drink ( ya you heard it right)....I think a bottle of vodka and few cartons of fruit juice will do.

Party decorations

The beautiful women in your place will not be the only dcor at the party; you should adorn the room with balloons (extra points for New Year's balloons, in black, white and silver); streamers; and whatever else you can muster up to make the apartment look festive.

Dig out the diwali lights and the ganpati decorations...I am thinking of bringing out my carom board, so that we can have a game or two.

Music to my ears

Having a lot of music on hand is a necessity. Your play list should include dance, dance, and more dance, and some slow music for when things get mellow. Trance music is my fave for getting everyone on the dance floor. Bollywood music also gets everyone groving.

Have a ball when it drops

The most important thing to remember when throwing a New Year's bash at your place is to have a good time, relax and realize that as long as you're spending the night with close friends, it'll be memorable.

Have a great New Years Party!!!...and if you have no where else to go, you are welcome to join my party!Cheers!!!