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Whether you want to learn party planning for your own personal use or to make it a career, there are important factors to consider. To learn what these factors are, read the following article.

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Cerebro Communications
(202) 234-4515
82 Q St., NW
Washington, DC

Mance & Associates, LLC
(202) 667-9332
58 Florida Ave., NW
Washington, DC

Invitation to Better Things, LLC
(301) 309-9753
1013 DeBeck Drive
Washington, DC

Burton Advisory Group, LLC
(202) 726-0504
Burton Advisory Group, LLC
Washington, DC

U.S. Facilities, Inc
(202) 248-5038
10 G St., NE
Washington, DC

Professional Image Photography
800 337-4148
P.O. Box 77102
Washington, DC

Anne Frenette: The Event Marketing Co.
(202) 621-6142
112 3rd Street, NE, Suite 1
Washington, DC

Events Group International
(540) 891-9122
10313 Edinburgh Dr.
Washington, DC

DC Babysitting & Children Event Services
(800) 780-3093
P.O. Box 596
Washington, DC

Events Unlimited Inc
(703) 212-8006
624 N. Ripley St
Washington, DC

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Whether you want to learn party planning for your own personal use or to make it a career, there are several ways to go about it. Every party is different, and there are lots of factors to consider to make it a success. Once you learn the basics and add a lot of creativity and energy, you'll be able to throw the perfect party, from a child's birthday celebration to a formal wedding reception! Add in a little business sense and you'll be on your way to a really fun and satisfying career.

Before you buy your first party decoration, you'll need to do a lot of planning on paper. Lists will become your best friend! Here are some guidelines to start the planning on the right foot.

Theme - Consider the reason for the party, and choose a corresponding theme. Some are simple; a Super Bowl party will have a general football theme or a specific team in mind. Sometimes you'll have to use a bit of imagination to find the perfect theme. Choose the main colors you'll be using for the decorations once the theme is decided.
Budget - Before you start pricing individual items or services, decide what your budget for the entire party will be. Then you'll be able to figure out how much money to assign to each of the different aspects of the planning.
Number of Guests - Several factors will come into consideration when deciding on how many guests to invite. Budget, space, location, and the type of party you're having will all influence the final head count. You'll also need to know how many people will be in attendance you can plan things like seating, amount of food and drink you'll need, and parking.

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Author: Carrie Grosvenor

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Cerebro Communications

(202) 234-4515
82 Q St., NW
Washington, DC

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