Oh the Super Bowl… possibly the most celebrating sporting
event of the year! Football fan or not this is the one day where acceptable
party refreshments include the likes of potato chips, burgers, beer and anonymous
bowls of mystery dip… effortless entertaining if you ask me. But while most of
us are typically drawn to serving soiree clichés such as cheese dips and fried
foods due to their convenience why not mix it up and host a party your guests don’t
see coming! The Super Bowl or football for that matter isn’t typically a topic which
provides much discourse from my perspective, however parties on the other hand
and new ways to put your hostessing skills to the test… I'm all about it! (not
to mention being a CA native I figured I would show some love seeing as the San
Francisco 49ers are a stones throw away from my hometown) So even though I myself
will not be throwing a fancy fete, I have created a web
round up of what my perfect Super Bowl party would entail. Here’s to inspiring
you to shake up your next house party on game day!
Invitations:
No matter how big or small the party an artistically crafted invite is essential. It not only makes your bash more official, but gets potential guests excited about attending too! I am a big fan of the iPhone app Red Stamp. Without going out and spending $$$ on fancy invites you can hop right on iTunes, download the app, select one of there awesome invitation templates, create and send away. You can even send these sweet little invitations via text! Convenient right?! Above are a couple I mocked up to inspire you!
Maximize Your Space:
Seating isn't optional to include when hosting a party for a room full of football fans. I'm not suggesting clearing the sofa from your living room and moving in a set of stadium bleachers, but its important to maximize your space for optimal seating, especially if you don't have enough chairs to go around. Make room for everyone and get this done before your guests arrive to ensure all attendees will have a great view of the game {or the commercials and halftime show depending on what they are into more...}
Put It On Ice:
So important and often times forgotten... ICE! Nothing can turn an otherwise amazing Super Bowl Party stale than a ton of luke warm beer...or soda, agree?! Don't forget the ice and lots of it! And coozies are always fun too! {You can encourage your guests to bring their own in honor of their favorite team even if their particular team is not one of the two playing in the Super Bowl.} Think of the coozies as game day wine tags! This will also limit the amount of half full beer cans you will be cleaning up once everyone has gone home.
Game Day Food:
Any football fan knows that top notch game day food is a must when throwing a successful Super Bowl party and without it, frankly you don't have much of a Super Bowl party. With hot wings, potato chips and various other fried and finger foods being the go-to items to serve... this can make for a rough Monday morning especially when a;; being washed down with beer. Instead try serving a few of the items I have included below. (For more Super Bowl Party inspiration don't forget to check me out Pinterest)
Cucumber Sandwich:
So simple and healthy too! Slice and dice and add your fave toppings to make these cute little health conscious treats!
Rather than take-out/delivery pizza which can get greasy and unhealthy at times why not serve mini pita pizzas! Easier on the waist line and will score a touchdown with your guests because they are just so darn cute!
Burger-Potato Bites:
If you know anything about me... you know a reserve a big piece of my stomach heart for spicy foods! So obviously when I came across these hot mamas I couldn't pass up the chance to include them!
Get Creative:
{49ers printable decorations avail by Hello My Sweet ETSY shop}
Once you've sent out the invites, thought about the best ways to maximize game day seating, chosen your menu, and added buying ice to your to do list now its time to get creative! Whether you choose a specific team for guide the theme of your party or just football in general HWTM has plenty of game day printable freebies!
Added entertainment is also great element, think Super Bowl Bingo! You can even use M&M's in the specified team colors {and yes, personalized NFL M&M's exist!} How fun, especially for those who aren't so savvy on the football speak, this will give them something to banter and cheer about!
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