Buy our e-booklet 'Expert Answers to your Sweet 16 Party Questions' now for only $5.00 and you will immediately have access to this 58 page booklet. Once you complete your secure purchase through Paypal you will be directed to a web page to download your copy. The e-booket is an Adobe Acrobat file. You will need a pdf reader to view it. If you need a reader you may download  it from  Adobe.

In 2000, Ira and I took our Greeting Card business into the world of Custom Invitations.  From the very beginning, we developed a huge following amongst Sweet 16 girls and their parents.  As the years went by, our children each passed their 16th birthdays and spent years on the local Sweet 16 circuit.  I have spoken with hundreds, if not thousands of Sweet 16 parents since we printed our first Sweet 16 design and by now I feel as if I've heard every horror story and every wonderful moment that ever transpired at a Sweet 16.  My goal in writing this booklet is to pass these stories on to you in hopes of making the way smoother while you plan and celebrate your Sweet 16.

Karen
 

The e-booklet is organized into 7 chapters as follows:

1. Why Have A Sweet 16?
2. Planning Ahead: Setting a Budget and Choosing a Theme
• Set a Budget
• Choosing the date
• Choosing the venue
• Entertainment
• Formal Dinner or Buffet
• The Invitations
• Photo and Video
• Choosing a Theme
3. The Guest List and The Invitations
• The Guest List
• Two Tiered Guest List
• The Invitations
• The opening sentiment
• The Guest of Honor's name and the words "Sweet 16"
• Choose a legible print font
• The day and date of the party
• The Closing Time
• The Dress Code
• RSVP Information
• Response Cards
• Reception Cards
• Keeping track of your replies
4. Structuring the Party - Sweet 16 Rituals
• Standard Sweet 16 party Elements
• The Sign In Board - Place Cards
• Introduction
• First Dance
• Dinner
• Memory Reel
• Candle Lighting Ceremony
• Dessert
• Good-Byes
5. How to Throw a Party on a Shoestring Budget
• Invitations
• Decor
• Food
• Activities
• Music
• Memory Reel
• Dedications
• Favors
6. Alternatives to the Big Party
7. The Sweet 16 Girl Gives Back - Parting Thoughts
• Thank You Cards
• Donations
• Parting Thoughts

We are sure the information provided will inform and enlighten you and help with the planning for your special day.

Last modified  10/30/08