My husband and I decided to have a little Holiday Open House this year. We came to this decision a week ago and figured with only 10 days notice that our guest list would be very small. It’s a busy time of year and everyone already has plans, right?
Wrong.
I’m both thrilled and scared to death to report that as of today almost everyone we invited can make it. That puts our guest list at over 50 people not including ourselves. Did you just say Holy Shit ? Sorry, maybe it was me. I’ve been saying it a lot lately.
I’ve never had a party that large before in.my.life. Suggestions?
There will be bloggers there. Oh yes. Would you like to come too? The more the merrier at this point…I hope.
Oh, and my internet connection is down. So between the mad party prep and the shitty dial up I am currently using (damn, do I have a potty mouth) I won’t be online much this week. Do you miss me? I miss you…
Yep, I was saying Holy Shit!
I’m sure you’ll have a lot of fun at your open house! That’s a lot of people. :shocked:
What can I help you do? Remember my party last year? 49 people ended up showing face here.
You’re such a tease.
Dammit.
Suggestions? Is it too late to make it a POTLUCK? Holy catering crisis!
:o Yup, Holy Shit, that’s what entered my mind too LOL And then immediately following that thought was, Dangit, I wanna go to her party! Sheesh!
My suggestion, do lots of finger foods, like party trays and stuff. Skip the entree’s. And then make a dessert buffet, hmm, maybe a candy buffet! That would be fun!
Keep it simple. Lots of drinks, but for food only appetizers. Don’t try to feed them dinner.
I wish I could come. Last night I dreamed that I met Angie. I must have been dreaming about your party, right?
I also dreamed that I was pregnant. What the hell is that about?
Do you have a Costco or Sams Club? My friend has a Halloween party every year - around 150 show up. He hires some kid to keep the oven full of mini-quiches, etc. He also has a crockpot full of (bought) mini meatballs and sauce with a side plate of mini buns. Its all presented on one area and he gets to enjoy the party.
Have fun!!
I miss you - good luck!
One word: Caterer!
Have fun!!
Hors d’overs…lots of ‘em. Chips, dips, pinwheels, cheese, and weenies in bbq sauce. What party is complete without weenies in bbq sauce!
One suggestion?
“Caterer.”
You are a wonderful hostess. You will do a terrific job. And if not I’ll be there to laugh at you. What are friends for? I don’t even know 50 people, let alone have 50 friends who would love to come to my house. You are lucky.
Can you say Costco? Go get every platter they make and then stand back - that’s what I’m doing on the 23rd…
What do you need me to bring?
xo
LBC
yipes! In that case I think you have to ask some people to bring an appetizer and some people to bring alcohol.
My suggestion is to enjoy yourself and not worry about it. This time of year people are just overly full of joy and happy to be around others to spread the merry.
Anything you can do beforehand do it, and make a list. I’ve always wanted to set up a hot chocolate/coffee bar with some of those torino syrups, liquors, and stuff like marshmallows, candy canes, etc.
NO COUNTING POINTS.
50 is just crazy! Maybe you cold have some prepared food, and some ordered out like deli stuff premade? Also, maybe order some pies somewhere? also, call up some of those close friends/family on your list and tell them your predicament, and beg them to bring at least one dish. If they love you , they wont mind. :O)
Very very beautiful - everything will go just fine tomorrow. Sorry I won’t be able to make it. I didn’t know you made the wreath - very nice!