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Thursday, April 30 2009, 09:23 pm

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From the Ford American Idol House Party Event

Hard to believe, but May 19th is just a few weeks away. Hosts across the country are planning their Ford American Idol house parties right now.

To help you organize your preparations consider these questions:

  • What should I serve? What can I ask my guests to bring?
  • Should I use a theme for the dishes?
  • How should I decorate?
  • What other activities should I plan?
  • What extra touches will make the party more fun?

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tamralynn said...

What other games are people playing? I saw AI Bingo in addition to what cpwheatley posted.

Thursday, May 14 2009, 04:37 pm

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tamralynn said...

What other games are people playing? I saw AI Bingo in addition to what cpwheatley posted.

Thursday, May 14 2009, 04:37 pm

 

cpwheatley said...

We're casting votes, playing "Name that American Idol" (as I play their songs) and "Idol Trivia." My prizes are great! I can't wait!

Thursday, May 14 2009, 01:08 pm

 

brkmom2jj said...

Thanks for all the extra ideas! Since it's during the week, I've made my party very kid friendly so all our friends can bring the kiddies. The pool is ready, grill is set, got the Cokes waiting to be chilled. Food, Friends, Fun & a FORD! Ahh, an all american event.

Wednesday, May 13 2009, 05:32 pm

 

dvinegrace83 said...

I want things to be easy as possible so I can just sit back and enjoy the show. I'm going to be using those cookie cutters to make little rice krispy treat cars, and the other one will be used to make AI cookies. I dyed the dough blue and will decorate with light blue/white frosting.

I'm pretty much going to be doing finger foods. originally i was planning to make it themed depending on which contestants made it to the finale, but that might be too much work. I'm doing lettuce wraps, eggrolls, breaded mushrooms, warm spinach dip, and deviled eggs cuz they're crowd pleasers and easy to do!

Wednesday, May 13 2009, 04:48 pm

 

Micheale said...

Were we supposed to have enough party favors for all of our guests? I only got enough for half the number who RSVPd.

Monday, May 11 2009, 07:50 pm

 

slapinski321 said...

We are gonna serve up a good old american cook out and let the kids decorate the "Ford Cookies" and make it a contest who makes it look the jazziest! We are also making blue rice crispy treats and using the cookie cutters to cut them!! Woot Woot! Here comes party time!

Sunday, May 10 2009, 10:33 pm

 

chocolateforever said...

Week nights are a very busy time for our house-a little of this and a little of that is planned for our party. You bring a little of this and I will bring a little of that! One activity I have planned is to bake sugar cookies the night before and let party goers decorate their "own" Ford Fusion. How much fun will that be? Everyone loves a good cookie-even the little ones can get involved with that idea. Ford has called, hope to hear more soon.

Saturday, May 9 2009, 10:13 pm

 

bigredkjg said...

I am doing a potluck for this party that way I can invite a lot of people and not worry about having enough food :)
I got my Party Pack today and the Ford Fusion sign is already hanging in the living room - YAY!

Friday, May 8 2009, 04:29 pm

 

tchandler said...

I got my call about the car Saturday, May 2nd. Can't wait to see if there will be a car in my driveway for the party. We are having BBQ, pork and chicken, variety of salads and green beans.

Wednesday, May 6 2009, 04:56 pm

 

sthrnfamily said...

Was contacted by House Party today about the Ford. They said will let us know one way or another next week. Having a potluck with everyone bringing a dish from the region their fav. American Idol lives.

Tuesday, May 5 2009, 10:22 pm

 

KristenTHernandez said...

Still haven't received a call from Ford, but emailed House Party to ask. We are doing a barbecue.

Tuesday, May 5 2009, 04:37 pm

 

Jennatingle said...

I got my call from the folks at Ford last night. They asked me the screener questions and said they'd be in touch with a dealership and get back with me. So we shall see! And you do not have to call your local Ford dealership, you can email House Party if you have any questions about Ford contacting you.

Tuesday, May 5 2009, 09:17 am

 

Jennatingle said...

Easy way to wow all the guests with dessert....

Strawberry Shortcake
2 or 3 layer white cake (from box mix) I baked mine in a sheet pan.
cool whip and frozen strawberries mixed
cool whip and fresh strawberries for topping...
Just layer the cake with strawberry cool whip mixture then top with cool whip and strawberries... It's super easy and a real crowd pleaser! Works best if you freeze the cakes a few hours before icing them so it's all nice and cold. Refrigerate.

Tuesday, May 5 2009, 09:14 am

 

dvinegrace83 said...

I had someone from Ford call ME today. I didn't have to call THEM. They asked questions that I'm pretty sure i already answered online, like what cars i currently have, what kind of place the party will be held, any special things about the party they should know about, how many people will be there, etc. I'm sure they wanna place the cars at the best parties.

Tuesday, May 5 2009, 12:38 am

 

alfields7 said...

Didn't realize that I would need to contact my local Ford Dealership, but will be doing that tomorrow. Also going to try to rent out a local building that would be better suited to the bigger crowd and it has a big screen tv. I am so excited, I hope they let me show off the car. Thanks for all the party ideas. I have so many people coming and voting for me, but they are getting so confused on the rsvp's. Is there anyway I can show that they are coming without them going thru all the questions online?

Monday, May 4 2009, 10:44 pm

 

Kerry30 said...

I'm thinking of chips and dip and hamburgers. I will probably make some brownies. I like the cupcakes ideal. I can't wait to get the party package full of goodies. I'm waiting for a call back regarding getting a Ford Fusion for my Idol party.

Monday, May 4 2009, 10:10 pm

 

lovesbugs81 said...

I'm thinking of making my homemade lasgana and having garlic bread and salad to go with it. Then for dessert I plan on making blue and white cupcakes and my bakery here has AI things I can put on them :) Thanks for the COKE Idea, I'll be contacting ours tomorrow! I'm so excited, I just hope all my guests get to come because its during the week and they all work! But I know this will be a blast!!!

Monday, May 4 2009, 08:19 pm

 

Kris1073 said...

Thanks everyone for the AWESOME party ideas!

Monday, May 4 2009, 10:01 am

 

missy48529 said...

I havent gotten a call about the car yet but I am hoping to have one here. I love the idea about cut outs. I plan to go get decorations to put outside our house and some for inside and then we are having a cook out with tons of food and family and friends over. This is my first party and it is fun trying to plan these things. I will be making some phone calls later and see what else I can get for the party.

Monday, May 4 2009, 06:42 am

 

sj_me said...

Thanks for the suggestion with Coke and local dealership! I contacted dealership and said they would love to have a car there for us and would throw in a few promo items. Plan on contacting Coke tomorrow to see what I can get! Planning on about 50 guests, karoake, and a ton of fun! Still deciding what to do for food. Anyone know whats in the party package yet? This is the first party I've done and have no clue what to expect...

Sunday, May 3 2009, 09:46 pm

 

slapinski321 said...

For dessert we are gonna make cone cupcakes with blue frosting and white writing to show our ford and idol colors!

We are still working on a special sparkle for the meal!

Sunday, May 3 2009, 05:39 pm

 

jersharocks said...

Getting the car at the party is up to your local Ford dealer. I got a phone call a few days ago saying that they were working on getting a car to the party. You should get a call soon.

Sunday, May 3 2009, 02:19 pm

 

brytning said...

Thanks for everyone's great ideas. My guests are asking me if we really get a Ford Fusion to sit in front of the house during the event? Is that something PartyHouse does or something I must initiate? How many guests is everyone having? 10, 20, 30, 50+?
I didn't know about the cutouts so that's a fun idea! Thanks and have fun everyone!

Saturday, May 2 2009, 10:15 pm

 

janied said...

I am very excited to be a Idol party host. We are having a karoake party and my husband has a 49 ford which will be parked next to the fusion. I love the idea of the cut outs-we are in Florida-I have to google a coke distribution center-maybe I will get lucky and have one near me. I am also going to contact our Ford dealer. Great Ideas

Friday, May 1 2009, 07:40 pm

 

Lissalovestocook said...

I never thought about contacting our local dealership with the good news!

Someone called me from Ford today to make arrangements for the 2010 Fusion for the party night and I missed the call! Boo hoo! They left an email address, so I'll see if they're working this weekend.

So exciting~!

We're doing poolside activities for the kids up until dinner time, which will be potluck secret recipe appetizers... Then, on to the show!!!

Friday, May 1 2009, 06:37 pm

 

zinachuck said...

Hello all,
Well I am relying on a lot of coupons I have been saving for my party. I will serve salad and spicy chicken wings. I am also hoping for some good coupons in the party package. We'll see...

Friday, May 1 2009, 06:23 pm

 

brysmom1 said...

I am so excited! I located the local Ford dealership and told him about the party. He was so excited and offered to give all my guest Ford T shirts for the big event. I am still deciding on what to serve. Maybe have a BBQ or pizza.

Friday, May 1 2009, 04:51 pm

 

locolola said...

I though about contacting our local paper about covering my party but I'm not sure if House Party would allow that sort of thing. I'll have to contact customer service.

I will be making all of the food...probably appetizers and finger foods. I'll supply the drinks and desserts, too. I plan on using some of the items that will be includded in the party pack as game prizes. I'm still thinking of games, though. lol

I would LOVE to get cardboard cutouts. Not sure where a local Coke distributor is around here.

Friday, May 1 2009, 04:48 pm

 

Maxstilllovesyou said...

Hello all ,
Congratulations again to all hosts.I am planning for PotLuck, Let me know if you have any other ideas? Have Set My Living room neat and arranged our brand new 42" Toshiba LCD TV with Blue Ray ... so that we can entertain our guests to watch American Idol show..

Woww Hp you really Rock.. Am so excited.. not only me all out here..kindaa excited..

Friday, May 1 2009, 02:02 pm

 

mholderf said...

I took a picture of my daughter the other day and she looks just like Kris Allen in this picture. It is too funny. I uploaded pictures to my party page. What do you think??? Think she could win a look-alike contest?? lol

Being from Arkansas we are huge Kris fans. I took the coke suggestion, and contacted our distribution plant to see if they have any extra cut outs that aren't being used!! I hope I can get my hands on some. Thanks for the suggestion!!!

Friday, May 1 2009, 01:42 pm

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