Planning a Party From a small Studio Apartment
When we talk about party planning, we think of spacious homes with separate rooms for keeping all the materials needed for a party. But space is not a requirement to become an events coordinator. Even if you only have a small studio apartment, you can build your workroom and keep all the things you need. There are a few secrets to doing this party thing without having to rent a commercial space if your home is too small.
First is drop shipping. This is a technique in which you order something in bulk from a supplier and they deliver the items a day or two before the party. This is handy when you have a hundred or so giveaways you need to get to the bride’s home two days before the party. What’s more, drop shipping companies can add the customization you want, so no need to stick the labels or thank you notes on the giveaways yourself.
You will also need to organize your small space to accommodate some basics. Your personal computer and printer are the top priority because this is where you create and print the invitations, thank you cards and what not. Get a full size loft bed. You can trade out your regular single pine beds for a pine bed that is built with space underneath. You can sleep on the loft bed and there will still be enough space underneath for all your other stuff, work table and underwear drawer. A full size loft bed is great for furnishing a small cabin.
Urban professionals who want to try party planning but are just starting out in a big city should remember that they can delegate everything and there is no need to rent space bigger than a small apartment to be an effective planner.