entertaining ideas

  1. Holiday and seasonal decor

    DIY St. Patrick's Day decor

    By Melissa Dunlap on Mar 2, 2012
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    We’ve spotted some easy and affordable St. Patrick’s Day decorating ideas from our favorite crafty bloggers that won’t break the...
  2. Hostess Tips

    Entertaining gift guide for the hostess with the most-est

    By Michele Borboa, MS on Dec 14, 2011
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    With all the holiday parties you’re attending this year, we’re taking the stress out of your hostess gift shopping. Every one of...
  3. Holidays & Seasons

    Host a fabulous fall harvest party

    By Jessica Padykula on Oct 10, 2011
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    The temperature may be dropping (more rapidly than we’d like), Halloween is around the corner and we’re getting busier by the...
  4. Party Planning

    Send summer off in style with an end-of-season bash

    By Jessica Padykula on Aug 25, 2011
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    We can hardly believe summer is already coming to a close, but we’re not here to sulk -- we suggest celebrating. That’s right; we’re...
  5. Adult Parties

    Harry Potter cocktail party for fans over 21

    By Christine Bartsch on Jul 12, 2011
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    It’s been 15 years since the first Harry Potter book was published and 10 years since the release of the first film – the boy...
  6. Birthdays & Celebrations

    Host a Cinco de Mayo fiesta

    By Selena Dehne on Apr 28, 2011
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    Throwing your first Cinco de Mayo party? You’re in luck! SheKnows talked to event planners across the nation to gather their...
  7. St. Patrick's Day

    Decorating ideas for St. Patrick's Day

    By Jessica Padykula on Mar 14, 2011
    If you’ve decided to avoid the St. Patrick’s Day debauchery at your local pub, and instead celebrate at home, we don’t blame you....
  8. Entertaining

    Ask the Hassle-Free Hostess

    By Rebecca Bracken on Jan 28, 2011
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    I’ve made just about every entertaining mistake in the book. But, with a little persistence, I’ve also pulled off some pretty darn...
  9. Dating

    3 Guy-friendly party ideas

    By Jessica Padykula on Jan 13, 2011
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    Does your guy panic at the thought of hosting a dinner party? Do the words “cocktail party” cause his eyes to glaze over? Rather...
  10. Entertaining Menus & Recipes

    Creating the perfect party platter

    By Mary Fetzer on Jan 6, 2011
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    Creating the perfect party platter is all about variety: a variety of foods to suit a variety of guests. Follow these expert tips to...
  11. Holidays & Seasons

    10 Summer party ideas for Memorial Day through 4th of July

    By Kori Ellis on May 26, 2010
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    The summer party season is upon us. Outdoor barbecues, beach picnics, garden weddings -- so much fun to be had! From Memorial Day...
  12. Hostess Tips

    Hosting a couples' dinner party

    By Karen Leland on Mar 13, 2009
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    As the chill of winter fades and spring shouts "renewal" with freshly sprung flowers, a dinner party for a few close friends is a...