This is the most helpful, complete party book ever published. Whether you're throwing a Teddy Bear Birthday Party, hosting a 50th anniversary gala, celebrating your daughter's Quinceanera, or planning a light-hearted Tacky Party, you'll find everything you need to make the party special, unique and theme-appropriate for the occasion. Although Diane covers the mechanics of planning over 175 types of parties, she also helps you develop a heart for your guests, making them - and especially the guest of honor - feel honored and special. She covers the latest trends in party giving, and in a section called Party Planning 101, she summarizes the general elements that should be considered for every party: etiquette, venues, invitations, ambience, entertainment and more. Also included are seven chapters of party recipes, as well as user-friendly, fill-in-the-blanks planning sheets, to help you stay organized and on task.