From the invites to the decorations to the food, a lot of planning and preparation goes into the perfect graduation party, and it can be overwhelming if not organized. Try a basic checklist.

Party planning is no small feat. From choosing a venue and creating a guest list to planning the menu and decorations—there’s ...

From the invites to the decorations to the food, a lot of planning and preparation goes into the perfect graduation party, and it can be overwhelming if not organized. Try a basic checklist.

From the invites to the decorations to the food, a lot of planning and preparation go into the perfect graduation party, and it can be overwhelming if not organized. Try a basic checklist. It will ...

From the invites to the decorations to the food, a lot of planning and preparation goes into the perfect graduation party, and it can be overwhelming if not organized. Try a basic checklist.

But the expense of a summer party adds up quickly. That's why Cherie Lowe, the Queen of Free, shared her advice on hosting on a budget this week on 13Sunrise and in her blog.

From the invites to the decorations to the food, a lot of planning and preparation goes into the perfect graduation party, and it can be overwhelming if not organized. Try a basic checklist.