These are the essentials that I often use for every party I host.
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Utensil Holder
Placing the cutlery into this caddy makes for a nicer presentation that the plastic solo cups seen at many parties. I really like this one made from bamboo.
Beverage Drink Dispenser
We like to do signature drinks for parties. The beverages are so pretty in this drink dispenser! Frequently, I will serve recycled glass cups with pretty paper straws next to this drink dispenser.
Starbucks Frappucinos
These are my favorite glass cups to use for parties once you strip all the labels off of the glass. Dress these up with beautiful paper straws. You can make theme-related stickers and attach them to these glasses. These durable glass cups wash well in the dishwasher.
Cheese Markers
Cheese Knife Set
Proudly display these knifes on your beautiful cheese board.
Place Card Holder
If we’re hosting a sit-down dinner, we will use these for place cards. You can also use these holders for food labels during a party.
Metal Scoop
We love these metals scoops to serve foods like popcorn, chips, or pretzels.
Color Photo Printer
We use this printer a great deal, whether it’s for printing invitations, banners, food tents, or other party essentials. This printer also prints beautiful photos.
Printer Ink
We always get the generic printer ink and it works great with color printer above!
Photo Sticker Paper
Often we need our photos to stick to something like an invitation or on a balloon. This paper works well for this process.
Matte Photo Paper
This is the paper you want if you do not want your decoration to have a glossy shine. I love using this for banners, food tents, and posters.
Shadow Box
We love using these shadow boxes for menus or we want to feature a thought or sentiment about the guest of honor. This shadow box is deep enough that you can also add personal items in it.
Cricut Explore Air 2
Cricut machines have come a looooong way from the first machine that I had! Cricut Design Space displays all the projects you can do with this machine. I used to have to go to the craft store in order to get new images to cut. Now it’s all at my fingertips! Warning– this machine can be addictive!
Cricut Tool Set
This is a really nice assortment of Cricut tools that will come in handy with your Cricut machine.
Cricut Sticker Paper
You can print out beautiful images on the printer (above), and then cut them out with your Cricut! You can make your own stickers!!
Cricut Fine Tip Pens
One of my favorite features on the Cricut machine is the writing and drawing feature. I do not have the best handwriting so the fact that I can address my envelopes with beautiful calligraphy using the Cricut makes me grin from ear to ear!
Cricut Design Space
This is the program I use on my computer to print, cut out, and write everything for my party! Visit Cricut Design Space to find out how you can personalize your party!
Craftsy Cricut Party Perfection
I wish I would have watched this class in Blueprint right after I purchased my Cricut! I would have saved so many hours of self-taught learning. I also love the inspirational ideas that teachers give in the lessons.
