Four Fun Party Favour Ideas

Throwing a party can be a stressful time for anyone, even a professional party planner that does it for a living. There are simply so many details to think of: venue, food, guests, entertainment, logistics and more. It’s easy to get lost in the details and forget one of the things that have the potential to make a lasting impression on your guests and to ensure that your occasion is one that they’ll remember: thoughtful and unique party favours.

The key to crafting a successful gift is thinking about what your guests might actually want to use and then finding a way to incorporate an element or reminder of your event into the items. There is no point of giving them a keepsake item that they’re not going to be particularly excited about or keen on keeping. You also want to purchase items from a website like InkHead.com, for example, where you can buy personalized items in bulk. Trying to buy from speciality shops may be very expensive and can drive your planning costs up higher than you want them to be.

Party favours make an impact on your guests. Whether it’s a 50th birthday party, a bat mitzvah, a wedding or a child’s birthday, you can help them remember the wonderful time they had at your event by giving them a small gesture or gift when they leave. The things you select need not be excessive or elaborate though. Sometimes small yet thoughtful is better than expensive but generic.
Here are some party favour ideas for unique, memorable and thoughtful gifts to give your guests.

• Picture frames

Personalised photo frames are a great way to thank your guest for attending your party. You can engrave them with the name and date of your event, and send guests pictures afterwards to put in their frame. In any case, a picture frame is something your guests are certain to use.

• Engraved lighters

Everyone, even those that do not smoke, can find uses for a lighter. From campfires to candles, your guests will most certainly find ways to use their present, and each time they do, it will remind them of your memorable occasion.

• Water bottles or mugs

Personalised water bottles or mugs will give your guests a fond memory each time they get thirsty. You can include a photo, a quote or the date and details of your party to remind your guests of what a great time they had.

• Candles

Candles are a great gift to give your guests, as it will add a special touch to their home or apartment. With a variety of colours and styles, you can be creative and create personalised candles that are sure to please your guests.

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Celebrate the Return of Autumn

After a couple of hot summer months (well, depending where you were...), the time has come for the autumn to come back and take us slowly in the winter and the festive season. Crispy cold mornings and early sunsets, nature changing colours from green to yellow and orange, warm flames in fireplace, what is not to like in the months of September, October and November? Everything seems quieter and homes are getting cosier, so let's celebrate this dramatic change of season.

Go out to the countryside

A walk on a Sunday morning in the cold countryside will do better than any exercise to make you feel better. Indeed, a bit of fresh air will get your blood circulate and will oxygenate your brain. You will be guaranteed to spend some quiet time after the agitation of the summer. Take the time to see how the nature is changing and how the wildlife is getting ready for the winter. An autumn walk has a certain charm and can be a very romantic time.

Eat seasonal

Forget the salads and other light meals you had during the summer, this is the season of pies and roast, perfect sustenance after a Sunday morning walk for example. Autumn food includes game such as venison and pheasant, as well root vegetables, mushrooms and of course pumpkins. Don't let the cold get to you, it gives you an excuse to eat richer meals than usual.

5 amazing ways to celebrate your anniversary

It’s important to always celebrate life’s special milestones, and in a relationship that means anniversaries.

Doing something special for your wedding or relationship anniversary is a great opportunity to take a break and show the special person in your life how much you appreciate them.

If you have an anniversary looming – whether it’s a paper right through to a gold – why not go the extra mile with something unique and romantic to really show your other half how much you care?

1.   Relive the honeymoon

No doubt we all loved our wedding, but it’s safe to assume that most people’s special day didn’t pass without a fair dose of planning and organisation. The stress-free part about getting married that we are all happy to relive, is in fact, the honeymoon.

Set off on a mini-break with your loved one and get away from the daily grind. You might retrace your footsteps from all those years ago, or perhaps discover a new part of the world entirely.

This is the perfect way to celebrate for couples who love and appreciate travel. If you’re looking to find people who share your passions, online dating is a great way to help you find highly compatible people.

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2.   Kick the bucket list into shape

Why not use your anniversary as an excuse to do something that the pair of you have always dreamt of? Bungee jumping, skydiving, rally car driving, taking a wine tour of New Zealand, dining at that fancy restaurant – the options really are endless. This is a great way to tailor the special day to your personal taste and really make the most it. 

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3.   Do something symbolic

Obviously wedding anniversaries are all about symbolism – a beautiful reminder of your first day as a married couple. So why not create something that acts as an enduring reminder of your time together?

Planting a garden together is a practical project to share together and one that continues to be rewarding as time goes by. Inner city couples could instead opt for a herb garden, or if you have less of a green thumb, why not take a class together or learn a new skill as a pair?

4.   Dine like a star

If you like the idea of a traditional ‘dinner date’ anniversary, then why not transform the meal into one that your partner will never forget? Every city has a renowned restaurant that you’re sure to have admired from afar. Bite the bullet and book two seats for a dinner experience they will cherish.

If you’re partner does the bulk of the cooking, why not read up on a delicious recipe and surprise them with your new found culinary skills and a delicious home prepared feast?

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5.   Make a romantic gesture

If you and your partner have been together for a long time, maybe it’s time to brush off the cobwebs and prove you’re still a romantic at heart.

Romantic gestures might seem a bit cheesy, but they’re a sure-fire way to show your loved one how much you care. For anyone dating in Australia, you can’t look past a romantic dinner by the beach or charter a sunrise hot-air balloon ride with champagne. 

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