1. Choose a date and keep it clear Choosing a date that you know is clear in the diary is essential, but you must make a fake plan for that date too. A dinner or trip to the cinema is a false lead that will help you make sure they don't make other plans on that date. Keeping the party a secret means that you have to do a lot of pre-party planning for it to run smoothly.…

Get the invitations right It might sound obvious, but you'd be amazed how many people either forget to send their party invitations until the last possible minute or actually don't even send them at all. Once you've remembered to send the invites, there are a few things you can do to make s…

Invitations VIPs like to feel special. Due to this, a simple text message or a random call won’t suffice when it comes to telling people about your soiree. On the other hand, you can make an immediate impact if you send out party invitations. Putty Print’s VIP-themed invites should do just the t…

1. A touch of class If nightclubs aren't your scene, or you'd just like to add a touch of class to your day before clubbing later, there are lots of choices. Afternoon tea is a popular choice, combining giggles over a cup of tea with delicious sandwiches, cakes and scones. You could take a trip to the theatre, opting for a matinee performance if you'd like to keep the e…

Luckily, the recipe for cocktail party success isn't complicated: Invites Don’t miss the opportunity to stir up some excitement by sending out party invitations. If you can get hold of cocktail-themed invitations, that's even better. Make sure you pick invit…

1. Create a cinema atmosphere You don't need surround sound and a giant plasma screen to create a cinema atmosphere in your home. Simply darken the room, make sure there are plenty of comfortable seats in front of the TV and there you have it! Provide a selection of different films for the birthday child and their guests to choose from, and be sure you've check…