Ameritune DJs and Video offices are between Hoffman Estates and Elgin. When playing in Hoffman Estates DJs usually are working at The Stonegate or the Marriot Northwest. Both are nice places, with newer, spacious facilities. Food could be a lot better, though. At a recent wedding, our clients requested our Party Toy Pak. This is a goody bag filled with novelties such as YMCA hats, blow up guitars, glow necklaces, maracas etc. When completely sober, party toys seem like they would be better for a kids party, than for an adult function. (such as a wedding reception) But when the wine is flowing and the music is jamming, party toys fit right in.
Party hats get you there
Glow necklaces are most effective for creating a warm and festive mood. When DJing a party with a Party Pak, the first open dance is when I hand out necklaces to the couples on the dancefloor. People come running from all sides of the room just to get one. 50 multicolor necklaces can really transform the mood of a room- instantly. Later, at the right time, we pass the YMCA hats out. Air guitars appear strategically during fun guitar songs like Johnny Be Goode, or You Shook Me All Night Long. After a few beers, everyone is a rock star!
Of course, we know who ends up with all the guitars…
Are party toys cheesy? Yeah, a little. Okay, maybe a lot… If want to have the classiest, most upscale affair ever, you probably don’t want all this stuff, but I would still consider the glow necklaces. If you want to have the most fun possible, these toys can help break down the barriers. Look at it this way- Once you’ve put on a plastic YMCA hat, there isn’t much that you can do to embarrass yourself, you’ve got nothing to lose, so have a gooooooood time!