Getting “game-ready” for Super Bowl XLVIII

Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner. Since most sports enthusiasts aren’t able to be in New Jersey for the big game, the next best option is to throw a Super Bowl party for friends and family.

Hosting the perfect get-together requires planning, but that doesn’t mean it has to be difficult. Here are a few fun and easy party ideas to consider as you begin to plan for kickoff.

You’re invited:

Make your get-together stand out. Creating a personalized invite doesn’t have to be a burden. Decide on a theme and pull it through for game day. Thinking thematically sets the tone for your guests so they know what to expect for your party.

Feature colors from your favorite team by customizing the borders and background of the invitations. You can even create your invites same day using FedEx Office Print Online. Choose from a variety of template options and pre-set themes to save time and prevent starting from the ground up.

Make a sign:

A simple way to support your team and direct your guests to the right location is a lawn sign. Lawn signs come in a variety of materials and

sizes and can feature a custom design for an attractive and effective display. Simply upload your graphics via FedEx Print Online and customize the copy.

Be sure to use full bleed dimension for best results, and choose a contrasting color background to your text. The more contrast the better! Using big bold text in an easily readable font will ensure your guests don’t miss your sign.

Get your game on:

Plan for those guests who may not be interested in football. A fun printable can turn the big game into a game. Super Bowl bingo keeps guests entertained during the game and throughout commercials. Guests can play along by filling in buzzwords heard during both the game and commercials.

Several party planning blogs feature free Super Bowl-themed printables for download. Save the design to your favorite Cloud service and upload it via the FedEx Office mobile app on your iOS mobile device. Select a laminate finishing option for easy clean-up and reuse for next year’s game.

Now, you’re all set for the big game day.  FedEx is an official sponsor of Super Bowl XLVIII so follow us on Twitter at @FedExOffice to stay on top of our Super Bowl updates!