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Interviews How I holiday: Creating a sense of occasion with Skye McAlpine
Skye McAlpine’s passion for bringing people together is at the heart of everything she does, so it’s no surprise that hosting a holiday party full of festive cocktails, decadent food, and as many loved ones as possible is […]
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Etiquette What to bring to a Christmas party: A guide to food and gift etiquette for holiday partygoers
‘Tis the season of holiday parties, and (if you’re lucky) your holiday invites will come by post—Paperless Post. One thing party guests love about getting online event invitations is the private messaging feature that lets you, for example, […]
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Holidays 13 Christmas and holiday card design trends we love for 2024
If you’re the type of person whose stockings are already hung by the chimney with care, it’s only natural that you’d give equal attention to the graphic design of your holiday or Christmas cards. As a team of […]
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Interviews Downtown in December: Introducing Joana Avillez for Paperless Post
Born and raised in New York City, Joana Avillez has been drawing for as long as she can remember. Inspired by her observations of the city’s ever-hectic happenings and quirky characters, her metropolitan upbringing has informed her work […]
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Holidays 10 tips for hosting a Friendsgiving dinner
A Friendsgiving celebration brings the traditional components of Thanksgiving to a gathering unique to you and your crew. You can celebrate this less-formal version of Turkey Day anytime in November and with anyone—think friends, coworkers, or your book […]
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Holidays 17 Dia de los Muertos decoration and ofrenda ideas to add soul to your celebration
Combining elements from Indigenous Mexican culture and Catholic traditions, el Dia de los Muertos (Dia de Muertos), or the Day of the Dead, is a special kind of holiday that celebrates family in a unique way. Every year […]
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Holidays How to host a celebratory Dia de los Muertos party
Dia de los Muertos (also called Dia de Muertos) is a unique and highly anticipated holiday among those who observe it. It’s a time for friends and family to come together and turn their mourning into a lively […]
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Holidays 51 unique Thanksgiving dinner ideas to impress your guests
Turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes—check, check, check. Thanksgiving is all about traditions, and that includes bringing everyone’s favorite traditional foods to the table. But if you’d like to change things up a little this year, why not add […]
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Party Décor 40 Thanksgiving decoration ideas for table and home
Nothing sets the mood for Thanksgiving like the savory aroma of turkey roasting in the oven or a fresh pumpkin pie cooling on the counter. But there’s more to hosting Thanksgiving than getting the menu just right. Bring […]
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Holidays 24 Thanksgiving invitation message ideas to bring family and friends together
Roasted turkey, tart cranberry sauce, buttery potatoes, and sweet pumpkin pie are all you really need to bring hungry guests to your Thanksgiving table—but a themed Thanksgiving invitation will get them there in style. Whether your Turkey Day […]
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Holidays 45 Thanksgiving greetings to thank family, friends, and colleagues
The roast turkey, tart cranberry sauce, and savory pumpkin pie may get most of our attention on Thanksgiving, but that’s not what we’re really thankful for. Our loved ones bring us so much joy and support throughout the […]
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Holidays 11 Friendsgiving invitation wording ideas your pals will appreciate
Friendsgiving is a fun, festive way to show gratitude for your chosen family around the holidays. It can take place on Thanksgiving Day and include all the traditional trimmings—who’s going to say no to turkey, cranberry sauce, and […]
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Holidays 25 New Year’s Eve party themes ideas for a bright new year
As the holi-daze begins to wind down, everyone starts to wind up for the next big reason to celebrate—and the only party important enough to span two years: New Year’s Eve. Friends, families, and coworkers are making plans […]
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Holidays 20 funny Christmas card ideas to send to family and friends
The perfect Christmas card is heartwarming, inspirational, and uplifting—right? Not necessarily. If you and your loved ones tend to roll your eyes at all that mushy stuff, sentimental Christmas cards probably aren’t for you. That’s when it’s time […]
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Interviews The art of the last-minute holiday party with Mr. Boddington’s Studio’s Rebecca Ruebensaal
The last few months of the year have a well-documented habit of absolutely flying by. One minute December is months away, and the next, Thanksgiving’s but a memory. Before you know it, you might be feeling like it’s […]
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Interviews Merry manners: Etiquette expert Lizzie Post shares tips on how to host a holiday party with grace
When it comes to manners and etiquette, one name in particular comes to mind: Emily Post. Originally published in 1922 (with updates every five years), Post’s book “Etiquette” covers everything from proper handshakes to cutlery placement, and has […]