My 2011 French Cocktail Hour HouseParty!

My 2011 French Cocktail Hour HouseParty was a hit!  Everybody loved it.  Before you continue reading, I would like to introduce you to HouseParty if you are not already familiar with it.  

My 2011 French Cocktail Hour HouseParty table setting!  It looked good, didn't it!?

Here is some information from the website to give you an idea of what it is:

For more information or to join go to the HouseParty website.  It's totally free, and you get some great stuff!

Having a good time!

What is a House Party^™?

House Party^™ lets people who really love something host a special event featuring a fun, free, exclusive experience sponsored by the world's leading brands.

Cool people sharing cool stuff. A House Party^™ is thousands of parties happening across the country on a single day, hosted by people just like you. Each event is sponsored by a leading brand and focuses on something cool–like a new product, hit TV show, or great cause–that the sponsor wants its best fans to experience firsthand and share with their friends. (Check out some of our recent events.)

You host. Everyone wins. House Party lets you share the stuff you like with the people you like, through a fantastic, free party experience. What's the catch? There is none: Our partners understand that if they share something good with the right people in a fun way, we'll all help spread the word.

What's inside the party packs?

Each event has a unique Party Pack filled with all kinds of free stuff to make your party a success. We've thrown all kinds of events: TV Viewing, Wine & Chocolate Pairing, Kid-centric, you name it.

Hosts of some of our recent events have received:*

Advanced copies of TV Shows
Sneak Previews of Movies
Board Games
Action-figures
Gourmet Chocolate
Gourmet Coffee Samples
Coffee Maker
Coupons
Special Offers
Party Favors
Party Decorations
Stickers
T-Shirt Transfers
Window Clings
Health & Beauty Products
Baby Products
and much more...

* not all in the same pack

How do I join and become a Host?

It's as easy as 1 — 2 — 3

1. GET ON THE LIST

   Sign up to be among the first to learn of new host opportunities.

   (As new parties are launched, you'll get an email announcement linking to the online application)

2. APPLY ONLINE

   When a new event is open, you'll be invited via email to come back to the site to complete a host application.

   (Thousands apply, and space is often limited. Your application will be reviewed and hosts will be selected and notified)

3. PARTY ON!

   If chosen as a host, you'll get an email confirmation walking you through the steps of setting up your party site.

   (There, you'll send email invitations to your guests, manage your RSVP's, upload photos and videos, join the national event party blog, and gain access to great party resources.)

Now-  back to how awesome my party was!  In my party pack I received:

• Cocktail Shaker
• Wooden Cutting Board
• Cheese Serving Tray
• Napkins
• Wine Glass Markers
• Pencils
• Soaps
• Apron
• Wine Rebates
• BOGO Free Cheese Coupons
• Map of French Wine Country

Some of the stuff that I added to spice up were:

• Cute Plastic Wine Glasses!
• I made Gougeres (French cheese biscuits)
• Goodie bags filled with coupons and soap
• I served plenty of cheese hors d'oeuvres!  

My husband and I enjoying the party!