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Organize a Cocktail Party

From show stopping floral arrangements to fantastically delicious cocktails, everything you need to host the event of the season.

Created by Organization_Month GraysonHandy
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Plum orchid and white table decor

http://www.theknot.com/weddings/photo/plum-orchid-and-white-table-decor-103632

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Choose Your Drinks
Choosing drinks can be a bit overwhelming, but don't panic. Choose a few specialty cocktails that fit with your theme and match the feel of your party. Looks for unique ingredients to make the cocktails an evening highlight. Balance your specialty drinks with a few bar standbys l...

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Rosemary Gin Fizz

http://joannagoddard.blogspot.ca/2012/05/best-party-cocktail-youll-ever-have.html#

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Cardamom Rose Cocktail

http://www.designsponge.com/2009/07/behind-the-bar-apothecary-cardamom-rose-cocktail.html

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Sidecar

http://www.marthastewart.com/316583/sidecar?czone=entertaining/cocktail-hour/cocktail-recipes¢er=0&gallery=275676&slide=259050

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Blackberry-Poblano Margarita

http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/drink/views/Blackberry-Poblano-Margarita-358556

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Pretty Your Place
Fresh flowers, gorgeous table settings and beautiful serving stations will make your party an evening to remember. Choose a color palate and feel -- whether modern, romantic or bohemian -- to make your night stand out.

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'Creating A Modern Day Eden'

http://www.moxieq.com/tropical-flowers-creating-a-modern-day-eden

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Set the Menu
Choose bite-size hors d'oeuvres that can easy be consumed with one hand and while standing and aren't too messy. Keep in mind guests won't want to eat foods that are too filling or cause bad breath. Be sure to include options for meat and dairy free diners as well.

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Meatball Sliders

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/meatball-sliders-rbk0510-recipe?click=recipe_sr

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Artichoke-Parmesan Crostini

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/artichoke-parmesan-crostini-recipe

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Antipasto Platter

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/antipasto-platter-ghk?click=recipe_sr

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WMF 7 Piece Bar Set | Wayfair

$174.95

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Libbey Glass 4Pk 11Oz Rocks Glass (Pack Of 4) 917Cd Glassware Sets

$19.99

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Libbey 12-Piece Martini Party Set

$41.16

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Wig Vase

http://taniadacruz.portfoliobox.net/gallery/4979/wig/

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Fig-and-Stilton Squares

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/fig-stilton-squares-appetizers

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Homemade Cheese Straws

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/homemade-cheese-straws-recipe-mslo1110

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Marinated Olives and Feta

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/marinated-olives-feta-recipe-ew1110

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Ham and Gruyère Thumbprints

http://www.delish.com/recipefinder/ham-gruyere-thumbprints-recipe-mslo1110

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Day of Your Party
- Finish any last-minute cooking
- Place chairs
- Display food
- Greet guests as they arrive
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One Day Before Your Party
- Set the tables
- Buy and arrange flowers
- Finish as much of the cooking as you can
- Give your house a once-over
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Three Days Before Your Party
- Notify the neighbors
- Decorate
- Check the medicine cabinet for items you wouldn't want guests to see
- Set up clean-up stations
- Specify a place for coats
- Finish grocery shopping
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One Week Before Your Party
- Clean the house thoroughly
- Set the stage, arranging furniture for party flow
- Take inventory of cookware and serving dishes
- Stock the bar
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Two Weeks Before Your Party
- Clean any crystal, chine and silverware you'll be using
- Come up with a playlist
- Do a first round of grocery shopping and cooking (dishes that can be frozen)
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