Never thought we’d say this, but we can’t wait to go back to prison. Litchfield Federal Penitentiary that is. Ever since the major cliffhanger at the end of Season 1 of the Netflix Original Series: Orange is the New Black, we’ve been counting down the days until we can continue to watch Chapman serve her sentence. In celebration of the new season debuting June 6, we’ve put together a list of how to host an Orange is the New Black viewing party on the cheap.
1. Stream your Netflix
Watching this show is inherently budget-friendly because you don’t even have to have cable. Get the first 30 days free on Netflix ($7.99) if you don’t already have an account. You can also get a TV streaming device for under $100 to watch the show from the comfort of your living room. Check out our Electronics page for the latest deals from stores like Best Buy and Amazon.
2. Make Cafeteria Inspired Appetizers
Since the show takes place in a federal prison, you’ve got a perfect excuse to make cafeteria style food that’s cheap and delicious. Avocado Grilled Cheese is a great update on the old standby, and you know this Spicy Chicken Tender recipe from Giada de Laurentiis is going to be a hit! Don’t have time to go to the grocery store? Get groceries delivered right to your door with this free 90 day trial with Amazon Fresh. Just be sure not to tell Red that you’re taking over the kitchen.
3. Serve Toilet Wine
The show is famous for serving wine made out of fermented fruit, so make sangria! By adding juice and fruit to your wine it stretches out the life of each bottle, so you don’t have to buy as many. Sangria’s also a budget-friendly choice because you can use inexpensive bottles, like Trader Joe’s Charles Shaw ($2.99).
4. Dress like an Inmate
Dressing the part for this party is the best part, all you have to do is wear sweats or scrubs! Extra points if they’re orange! Check out our Fashion page for the latest deals from stores like Foot Locker and Nike.
5. DIY Beauty
The fabulous transgendered inmate Burset performs hair miracles as the prison beautician, and Chapman reconciles with Red with her handmade jalapeno lotion, so why not take note and perform some beauty DIY’s of your own? We love these 5 all natural face masks, or pick up some new nail polish and do at-home manicures. Check out our Beauty page for the latest deals from stores like Sephora and Ulta.
