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  1. Entertaining Checklists & Tips

    How to host a blind wine tasting

    By Aimee Fortney on Feb 28, 2013
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    Who doesn't love a party centered around wine? A blind wine tasting party is a fun way to taste wine without any preconceived...
  2. Entertaining Checklists & Tips

    How to organize a progressive dinner

    By Aimee Fortney on Feb 18, 2013
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    Never heard of a progressive dinner? This dinner party has not just one location, but at least four locations. So put on your...
  3. Living

    Host a celeb-caliber party for the awards shows

    By Heather Barnett on Feb 2, 2013
    It's hard for any gal to be anything but jealous of the glitz and glamour of the folks on the red carpet. Whether you like the...
  4. Single Girl's Guide to Valentine's Day

    3 Tastefully wicked anti-Valentine's Day party ideas

    By Heather Barnett on Feb 2, 2013
    Oh, goody. It's Valentine's Day. And just in time to add a little more sting to your fresh breakup. Check out these anti-Valentine's...
  5. Family Activities

    Throw a Super Bowl Sunday party for kids

    By Maria Mora on Jan 28, 2013
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    Celebrate football’s biggest night with football’s littlest fans. With these kid-tested snacks and age-appropriate activities, throw...
  6. Party Planning

    Celebrate Inauguration Day with a ball of your own

    By Katherine Martinelli on Jan 13, 2013
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    Much like the Olympics, Inauguration Day only comes around every four years. Celebrate with a party fit for the president!
  7. Christmas Holiday Tips

    Kara Allen's modern Christmas party

    By Kara Allen on Dec 15, 2012
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    Kara Allen, straight from Kara's Party Ideas, is sharing one of her adorable party ideas with SheKnows. At a very young age, Kara...
  8. Christmas Holiday Tips

    Up on the Housetops-themed holiday party

    By Kara Allen on Dec 14, 2012
    Kara Allen, straight from Kara's Party Ideas, shares one of her adorable party ideas with SheKnows. At a very young age, Kara...
  9. Holidays & Seasons

    How to throw a football party for the gals

    By Heather Barnett on Nov 2, 2012
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    Football isn't just for the guys. We ladies like to get into the action, too. This season, plan a girls-only football party. But...
  10. Entertaining How-tos

    How to host a spring roll dinner party

    By Karen Miner on Nov 1, 2012
    For your next dinner party, get your guests involved. Host a spring roll dinner party and lay out a spread for making spring rolls...
  11. Family Activities

    Throw a family-friendly Labor Day party

    By Molly Cerreta Smith on Sep 2, 2012
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    Labor Day is like the final hurrah before saying goodbye to summer. So don’t let your three-day Labor Day weekend slip by without a...
  12. Entertaining How-tos

    How to throw a London-themed Summer Games viewing party

    By Caitlin Gilbert on Jul 25, 2012
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    The Summer Games only come around once every four years, and this year athletes and fans from around the world will flock to London...
  13. Party Planning

    Tips to host an Olympics opening ceremonies party

    By Patricia Conte on Jul 25, 2012
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    If you can't take off across the pond to participate in the festivities surrounding the opening ceremonies of the Olympics, never...
  14. Party Planning

    Host a tea party-themed soiree

    By Katherine Martinelli on Jun 8, 2012
    Whether planning your own shindig or a party for a loved one, consider throwing a laid-back afternoon soiree with a tea- or...
  15. Party Planning

    5 ways to create a memorable meal gathering

    By Laura Carson Miller on May 9, 2012
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    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...
  16. New Year - Your Family

    Surprise birthday party ideas

    By Marye Audet on Jan 1, 2012
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    A surprise party can be an event that is talked about for weeks or a total bomb; there doesn't seem to be anything in between. Take...
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    Dia de Los Muertos: A day of remembrance and celebration

    By Jennifer Richmond on Oct 28, 2011
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    The Day of the Dead, or Dia de Los Muertos, is a time to visit those we've lost and celebrate their lives with picnics and sweet...
  18. Entertaining

    How to host an appetizer exchange

    By Heather Barnett on Oct 27, 2011
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    Having a girls’ night is a fun way to make sure you stay in touch with your friends despite your chaotic lives. But painting the...
  19. Family Activities

    How to have an at-home treasure hunt

    By Marye Audet on Sep 12, 2011
    Nothing is more intriguing to a child than the idea of hidden treasure. Whether you need a great rainy day activity, a birthday...
  20. Hobbies

    Send off summer with a Japanese-themed celebration

    By Christine Bartsch on Sep 6, 2011
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    As summer comes to a close, it’s time to throw the last of the outdoor parties before the weather turns too cool. While backyard...
  21. Holidays & Seasons

    5 Labor-less Labor Day party tips

    By Christine Bartsch on Sep 1, 2011
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    As a holiday designed to honor America’s workers, the Labor Day backyard barbecue party has become an iconic American pastime to...