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From as far back as we can tell, people have gathered to help friends and family celebrate the milestone of moving into a new place. Whether you light a fire for a literal “warming”—as was done in Medieval […]

With your little one’s birthday around the corner, you’re likely contemplating the perfect theme for their big birthday bash. Maybe they’re a budding artist, or perhaps they simply delight in all things colorful. Either way, if a rainbow-themed […]

If you’re a parent, then you’ve likely been to a kid’s birthday party or two in your life. From pony rides to laser tag to chocolate fountains, you’ve seen it all. So how do you make your kid’s […]

New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect on the ups and downs of the past 365 days, welcome bright new beginnings, and create your list of New Year’s resolutions—you know, the ones you miraculously forget about by […]

You might think that a holiday party is already enough of a theme unto itself. But [Gretchen Weiners’ voice] …you could be wrong. No matter what kind of shindig you’re prepping for—your 18th annual holiday party or your […]

With mistletoe, holly, and everything jolly—and the cheery Christmas tunes you’re beginning to hear everywhere—there’s no doubt the holiday season is upon us. As the season approaches, there will be a massive amount of holiday shopping, sugar cookie […]

Holiday parties have a tendency to start to blend together. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Between work, friends, and family, every night brings a new opportunity to celebrate in a totally unique way. Give your […]

Hanukkah is Judaism’s festival of lights, celebrated for eight days—which makes it ideal for decorating your home and enjoying the fruits of your labors all holiday long. Friends and family join to light their Chanukiah (colloquially called a […]

If your next chapter in the storybook of your loved one is parenthood, why not turn the page with a celebration reminiscent of nursery rhymes, children’s books, and snuggly stuffed animals? Woodland-themed baby showers are fertile ground for […]

Let’s summon the spirits. Reformed goths, Donner party animals, and weekend witches alike can find something to love about Halloween—putting on a mask is often the best way to express yourself. Whether your style is Haunting of Hill […]

Leaves are turning red, pumpkins are turning orange, and the days are getting shorter. Autumn is here, which also means Halloween is right around the corner. Time to start planning the best Halloween party ever. But just because […]

If you’ve ever felt like hosting a get-together for no other reason than to celebrate the season you’re in, fall is really the best time to do it. People are finally back in town after all their summer […]

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 […]

How does one throw an animal-themed birthday party that’s aesthetically pleasing to both kids and adults? It’s no secret we often have different tastes—what with the former’s propensity for tossing toys and bits of food on the floor, […]

A baby shower is a great opportunity to celebrate the arrival of a new bundle of joy with the parents-to-be. When you plan a baby shower around a theme, it’s easier to choose decorations, select baby shower invitations, […]

Planning a bridal shower for the special bride-to-be in your life is an opportunity to not only shower her with love and cheer but also to flex your creative muscles by transforming an event space into her own […]