[header] How to plan a birthday party for a friend [title] Brainstorm ideas with your friend. [step] Start planning at least 3 weeks in advance and talk to your friend to get an idea of what she wants. At this point, it is important to decide what kind of party she wants and how many people to invite.
Ideas for small birthday parties include : [substeps] Simple and casual gathering at home. A cozy dinner party or pot-luck.