Join our #CreditChat on Twitter and YouTube every Wednesday at 3 p.m. ET. This week, we had a chance to talk about dinner party planning on a budget with visionary and event guru Brian Worley – Partner at YourBASH! We also had a chance to tweet with Annette Joseph – Author of Picture Perfect Parties. This deck features favorite budget-friendly party tips from our #CreditChat crew. You can see highlights, video and all tweets from this chat here: http://www.experian.com/blogs/news/about/dinner-party/

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Throw a Fun Dinner Party on a Budget

2. Personally, I think great food is important, but the key
to a really fun dinner party is bringing together
the perfect mix of people because the group attending
will keep the energy exciting and fun.
BrianWorley.com
- Brian Worley @YourBASHbworley

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What mistakes have you made
when planning or hosting a dinner party?

5. Getting too worked up about what could go wrong.
Tweet by @Magnify_Money
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DINNER PARTY MISTAKE

6. I either make way too much food or not enough.
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DINNER PARTY MISTAKE
Tweet by @Shadow62310

7. Making things too complicated.
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Tweet by @MelSmithJones
DINNER PARTY MISTAKE
Focus on friendship and not trying to impress.

8. Making things that need constant attention so you can’t party.
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
DINNER PARTY MISTAKE
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9. Just remember your guests are coming to see you.
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Tweet by @AJosephStyle

10. Not thinking about plates, forks, cups.
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
DINNER PARTY MISTAKE
My friends and I invested in a reusable set.
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What’s a fun, budget-friendly way
to invite people to a dinner party?

12. I love Evite or Paperless Post to send out invitations.
Tweet by @AdvantageCCS
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They even have print options, too!

13. Tweet by @Shadow62310
Texting saves you a lot of money.
And not everyone has time to check their email everyday.

14. Facebook RSVPs are NOT Real! Don’t trust.
Tweet by @MsMadamMoney
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15. Good old-fashioned phone calls are the best way to get people there.
Tweet by @CreditInfoCentr
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What are affordable ways to set the
mood for a fun evening?

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Tweet by @Magnify_Money
Stream @Pandora or @Spotify through a Roku player or computer.

18. Using food (fresh veggies or fruit) is a colorful and edible way to decorate.
Tweet by @Annuity_Org
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19. Always look at the Dollar Store or thrift shops for decoration ideas.
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Tweet by @magnify_money
Things don’t need to match!

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Tweet by @Annuity_Org
Explore Pandora stations ahead of time for a good theme.

21. Tweet by @MelSmithJones
Surrounding yourself with awesome people.
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Building friendships cost in time and effort, but the ROI is massive.

22. Forage for flowers and branches.
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Tweet by @AJosephStyle
PARTY DECORATION IDEAS

23. Get a quality set of base party supplies (I get everything in white).
Tweet by @MelSmithJones
PARTY DECORATION IDEAS
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Then add per theme (pinecones for fall, etc.).

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Can you recommend any
budget-friendly appetizers?

25. Pigs in a blanket is my go-to. I also stick with a killer veggie platter:
roasted veggies, chips, hummus, yogurt dip ...
Tweet by @MoneyMattersMan

26. Tweet by @Krissylynn
I always do a cheese/salami/cracker plate that is fantastic.
Trader Joes has a great selection for all and AFFORDABLE!

27. We throw a fondue party every year! We supply the cheese and chocolate.
Tweet by @StephTheBlogger
Guests bring dipables and drinks.

28. Tweet by @magnify_money
Veggies and hummus. Simple, healthy and usually pretty cost-effective
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What are some frugal and festive
drink options to have available?

30. Tweet by @creditinfocentr
Spruce up a pitcher of water with cucumber slices and mint.
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Tweet by @GraceKvantas
My go-to festive, inexpensive beverage: homemade apple cider!
Apple juice + cinnamon + cloves + oranges.

32. Tweet by @Annuity_Org
Have guests bring most of the drinks.
They pick their favorites and you provide the food.

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Do you have advice on how to save
money on dinner? Any favorite recipes?

34. Tweet by @AverageJoeMoney
Don’t underestimate “communal” meals.
There’s something symbolic about eating from the same pot like a chili or gumbo
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35. Tweet by @magnify_money
Crock-pot recipes are easy, cheap and can feed a lot of folks.
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36. Pasta is cheap and easy. Have friends bring salad and garlic bread.
Tweet by @KrissyLynn
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37. Big casseroles - like an apricot chicken are easy on my purse, guests love it.
Tweet by @QueenKelso
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Any final tips to stay stress-free
while hosting a party?

39. Tweet by @Krissylynn
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Have fun! Don’t stress about burnt garlic bread. Trust me.

40. Tweet by @MelSmithJones
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Just. Have. Fun. That’s kind of the point, right?

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