Setting things up for a party can be stressful in and of itself, but if you’ve got other things to deal with--like work and a family--things can get overwhelming very quickly. But prepping for your party doesn’t have to be all that stressful, and decorating doesn’t have to mean investing a lot of work or time into making sure things look great just for a single afternoon or evening.

Check out the slide show below for quick and easy--and affordable!--tips on decorating for a party.

For more party tips, click on the articles below:

• Party in a Jiffy: 6 Simple Tips for Hosting Your Own Dinner Party
• FN's Guide to Potluck Parties: Tips for Hosts and Guests
• Countdown to Christmas: Your 6-Week Guide to Preparing for the Holidays

(First published in the November 2003 issue of Good Housekeeping Philippines as “Come In”; adapted for use in Female Network.)