House Parties Made Easy
My living room transformsinto the ultimate game room on Monday nights. It has become like that since I discovered the best way to hold gatherings at home without having to spend much. You can actually host football nights at your place each week and even gain extra bucks in the process. There was a time when I chieflyused the space as a source of income. You can do the same too without having a lot of trouble.
Declutter First
First of all, you need to make sure that your room is spotless by the time your friends arrive. Even though you will be catering to a group of boys, it is very important that you keep everything clean and clear. You will be amazed at how brutes can behave better when placed in an immaculate space. Observethe entire area and take away all eyesores. Put the right items in their proper places such as the colibri lighters.
Arrange all present items or move other existing furnitures in other rooms in the house to free up extra space. If you intend to watch sports on TV, it is vital that you have enough space to accommodate all guests. Arrange seats and rugs in a way that people can sit, stand or lie down with a excellentangle of the TV regardless of their position. Better yet, invest in a wide screen LCD TV to get great and clear shots every time. Place garbage bins, table napkins, mats and other materials to stay clean always.
Preparing the Space
Set up the mood to emphasize the function of the room. You can put team flags, an NFL flask, caps and other paraphernalia to increase the excitement in the room. Have friends bring other stuff that will also boostthe energy in the space. You may want to have a color scheme too. Choose colors that will represent the battling NFL teams for added fun.
The food you prepare will also affect the mood in the room. Select the same casual food you have when watching games like hotdogs, popcorn and peanuts. My friends personally prefer beer and pizza. You can ask people to bring their own food or bottle for everyone to split. This will save you more money. It is often a rule when I’m hosting that I provide the place and they provide the drinks and treats.
Setting Limits
It is always a must for me to set rules and limitations to maintain the peace of the home and the quietness of the neighborhood. I set a maximum volume limit on the TV and try to keep laughter and other types of noise down by shutting the doors, turning on the AC and closing the doors. You also need to set certain areas for smoking and assign one bathroom for everyone to use. Write down signs as needed to directyour guests throughout the night and prevent any damage and accidents.
I also set the rule as to how much or what each should bring for a complete setup. In some cases wherein I feel like earning more cash, I’d requireeach person an entrance fee instead. I’d get to buy the food and drinks, and keep the extra change. I’d get a cheap zippo lighter instead of pricier items and look for other recyclables that will serve the same purpose without hurting my budget.
Home Hardware | Jane | 31 December 2008 |
