Wine bottles as table numbers/labels

Have wine bottles do double-duty as table numbers. Cover-weight paper printed with large, graphic numerals can be adhered over existing labels with double-sided tape for a clean, contemporary look. It’s a clever touch that will have guests drinking to your good fortune — and your good taste.

Source: marthastewartweddings.com

Don't put glitter on invitations

Don’t put any glitter or confetti in your invitation envelopes. It’s an added expense and most guests won’t appreciate you forcing them to clean up the glittery mess they’ll make when they take out the invite from the envelope.

a coffee themed debut for coffee lovers

Since your debut marks the beginning of your adult life, it is only fitting that it should be a celebration of your personality. You turn 18 only once in your life so this party should be one you won’t forget and one that truly represents YOU.

For the coffee lover here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Invite only your closest friends and relatives for an intimate get-together in a cafe. Many local cafes host and cater small events so don’t be afraid to ask.
• Instead of the usual 18 candles, you can have “18 shots” where your friends have to drink a shot of your (or their) favorite brew after saying their birthday message or wish.
• For entertainment, an acoustic or jazz band will suit the relaxed mood of your party. Who needs dancing when you and your guests can sit back and relax while chatting and/or listening to music?
• Donuts, cakes, cookies (and coffee) for desert!
• Giveaway ideas: porcelain espresso sets or personalized coffee mugs

tea lights make great centerpieces

If you’re planning to decorate your site with candles, buy them in bulk and freeze them before use. Freezing them will make your candles take longer to burn and therefore make them last longer.