entertaining

Entertaining How-tos

How to stock a home bar

Beer and wine are great, but some parties call for cocktails. Here’s what you'll need to stock a basic liquor cabinet for mixing up...

Kitchen and dining

5 Stylish solutions for extra seating space

Love hosting get-togethers at your place, but worry that you won't have enough seating space? We found five great ideas so you'll...

Entertaining How-tos

How to have a successful Memorial Day party

If you're thinking of having a party this Memorial Day, find out everything you need to know to make it a successful one! Ditch the...

Décor & Style

Dinner alfresco: How to set a perfect outdoor table

With the warmer evenings upon us, we can't think of a more perfect way to cap off the day than by enjoying a leisurely dinner...

Party Planning

5 ways to create a memorable meal gathering

Entertaining at home is one of my very favorite things. I especially love it when it’s warm outside and the grilling is easy! Here...

Hostess Tips

In a pickle: What to do with an unexpected guest

A surprise visitor, whether at a dinner party or a family supper, can make any composed person fly into a tizzy. But never fear....

Super Mom Tips

Summer party-planning cheat sheet

Summer is just around the corner. Ready to get your party on? Celebrate the season with these easy and elegant summer party-planning...

Entertaining Menus & Recipes

Grammy's cocktail party menu

The Grammy after parties in Hollywood pull out all the stops with expensive Champagne and delectable catered bites, but you don’t...

Child Development & Health

Entertaining kids with food allergies

These days, more and more kids have food allergies and sensitivities. While you can’t eliminate every potential allergen from your...

Food & Kitchen How-tos

How to fake a 5-course meal from scratch

A five-course meal is an elegant way to entertain guests with delicious food and scintillating conversation. Typically, though, it...

Food & Recipes

Must-have gadgets for the elegant chef

If your cooking rivals Giada de Laurentiis and your entertaining skills, Martha Stewart, then chances are you qualify as an elegant...

Party Planning

How to be the best hostess

Hosting an event – be it a backyard barbecue, holiday bash or cocktail soirée – takes effort. Not only are you part of the party,...

Budgeting & Saving

11 Budget-smart BBQ tips for 4th of July

Tight budgets and high fuel costs are keeping lots of Americans home this coming holiday weekend. In fact, AAA projects a 2.5...

Outdoor Decor

Creating outdoor entertaining space

The warm days of summer are finally upon us. A great way to start off the outdoor entertaining season on the right foot is with a...

Dieting & Nutrition

Diet-friendly summer party survival guide

With so many cookouts, barbecues and outdoor parties to attend, it’s challenging to stick to our healthy eating habits during the...

Entertaining

How to plan a rockin' American Idol party

With the American Idol finale drawing near, it’s time to go all-out in support of of Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery by throwing...

Birthdays & Celebrations

Host a Cinco de Mayo fiesta

Throwing your first Cinco de Mayo party? You’re in luck! SheKnows talked to event planners across the nation to gather their...

Birthdays & Celebrations

Throw a royal wedding viewing party

The royal wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton will take place this Friday, April 29. But just because you can't make it to...

Living rooms

Must-have products for entertaining at home

A fabulous-looking party doesn’t need to be staged in an overpriced venue. If you have the right décor and accessories, elegant...

Family Activities

6 Spring party themes for kids

It has been a long, drawn-out winter for many parents and kids. Cooped-up kids can’t wait to run outside and shake off the cold...

Wedding Etiquette

10 Rules for bridezillas

This may come as news to you, but your wedding day is not the one day of your life where you're allowed to become a screaming,...