Party Planning Ideas, Tips, and Tricks

Throw a successful literary cocktail party with your friends. This one won't disappoint!

Planning a unique wedding can be a challenge in today's world, as there are so many customs you can use on your big day. This article will help you to create your Scottish wedding.

Setting up a candy bar at your wedding has become a very popular idea these last few years. I was inspired to do this at my own wedding after seeing so many beautiful pictures in online wedding blogs and magazines. While the idea wasn't originally ours, we added elements to personalize it and make it our own—and so can you. This article includes pictures from the candy bar at my wedding.

Water beads are great for decorating, watering plants, and even for kids activities and play. They look cool and are fun and easy to use.

Candy birthday corsages for girls went out of fashion a long time ago. Is this vintage tradition ready for a comeback?

Should you have a wedding? If you’re asking, you probably have a few reservations about it. If an expensive, over-the-top celebration isn't your thing, read on.

Whether you’re throwing a fancy formal dinner party, inviting your friends for a casual gathering, or preparing an everyday family meal, why not put together a pleasant table setting for your guests?

Weddings in Nigeria are celebrated in style whether it's the traditional or white (church) wedding. Here are images and details of a wedding incorporating both the Ibo and Yoruba tradition.

The Catholic wedding process can be overwhelming, but it can also be very helpful in strengthening your marriage from the start.

How to use a family gathering or family reunion to share information about the family history with your family and gather new information.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of great party ideas to make any 10-year-old boy's birthday feel special.

Looking for tips on throwing an amazing 70s themed birthday or halloween party? Look no further! Find ideas for 70s themed party food, decorations, costumes, invitations, music, and more right here!

Sometimes you run into a nightmare with your bridesmaids—you need to cut one (or more). Here's the proper etiquette for how to do it.

The backdrop of the stunning Smoky Mountains makes Gatlinburg a premier wedding destination location. This is a guide to the best and most beautiful wedding chapel venues in the area.

WOW your guests by throwing a Moroccan themed party this summer. This article is thorough and easy to follow and offers tips on decorating, cooking, entertainment, creating stunning invitations and choosing the right music. Your guests will be stunned and amazed at your creativity! And the recipes included are beyond delicious and each is 100% authentic.

This is an article all about Party Games for 10- to 14-year-olds.

Truthfully, linens are simply cloth items for wedding like napkins, tablecloths, table runners, chair ties, and even chair covers. Many of the more expensive wedding venues will provide you with ...

The key to a successful birthday party at any child's age is to remember that the goal is to make that child feel special while helping guests to have a good time, too. As simple as this assertion is, making it happen requires that you set up the right conditions. This party helps you to create a fun party environment, no matter what the theme of your party.

A great black light party needs the right ideas and decorations. In this article I'll provide fantastic tips and review the top five black light party supplies.

Create a one-of-a-kind wedding invitation that's as special as the big day and as unique as the happy couple. Using Microsoft Publisher and scrapbook paper, you too can have gorgeous invites that double as customized keepsakes.

Entertain with ease with a no-hassle make-your-own pizza party. Here's everything you need to know to get started.

Listen to awesome Christian Wedding music, Christian songs, Processional, Groom, Bride's entrance, Recessional, First dance, Father daughter dance, Reception, Bouquet, Bridesmaids

Three quick and easy ways to fold a cloth napkin.

Here are ideas for classic expressions of congratulations and quotes you can incorporate in your wedding message. There are also funny and religious messages and a DIY Framed Fabric Message Tapestry.

At my spring 2008 wedding, we combined Khmer and American traditions (and even some Korean ones!). Learn more about our unique customs and see pictures of the beautiful traditional outfits we wore.

From being pardoned in the elevator to why we ask you to stand by windows all of the time; what your wedding photographer wishes you knew.

Over one hundred sayings, phrases and short blurbs you can write on a birthday cake for that special someone.

What size should your tent be? How will you keep it cool or warm? Which add-ons are worth it, and should you get a frame or pole tent? Learn about how to choose a tent that best fits your needs.

Best selection of mother and son wedding dance songs. Discover videos from a wide variety of artists spanning many years including the Beatles, Josh Groban, James Taylor and many more.

Yay for slumber parties! Choosing fun activities for your own sleepover can be difficult, so we made a list of our favorite things to do to help you out!

Looking for party ideas for a bird themed baby shower? Find several cute ideas for invitations, decorations, food, cake, games and activities, and so much more.

Parties are experiences. Their value is in the memories created. The details that make a party great depend on many factors, but there are two things that dull parties have in common: poor budget allocation and prolonged sitting.

Have you wondered which flowers are available during the month of your wedding? Check out these lists of flowers that I've categorized for you to find what's fresh, fits your color scheme, and how to make it all work together on your special day.

You can save thousands of dollars by holding your wedding in a backyard, but you still need to create a budget!

Advice and ideas for your peacock-inspired wedding. Read about how I used peacock designs and feathers in my wedding invitations, centerpieces, flowers, and other decorations. Includes pictures from my very own wedding.

One of the biggest mistakes most couples make in this area of their wedding planning is simply to jump online and search "wedding venues." While you'll get tons of bites in your area ...

I've done the legwork for you to find the best, most excellent Mario Brothers party ideas on the web!

Get some great ideas for an American Girl tea party to host as a birthday party, fund raiser, or just for fun. Lots of ideas for crafts, food, and other activities.

Looking to jam out to new songs at your wedding? Here's my list of the best love songs that came out in 2017 to play at your wedding and reception.

This article covers what brides-to-be can expect should they choose to convert to Catholicism for their future spouse.

Avoid all of that wedding-planning stress with these ten tips for planning your big day! I wish someone had shared these insights with me before I planned my wedding, but I had to learn the hard way.

The perfect party requires perfect planning! There are several things to consider when planning your party. Before you make out your guest list, before you buy your party decorations, take a minute to put your plan on paper (or computer screen)....

The date of the world ending is December 21, 2012, or so some would have us believe. Whether or not it does why not plan the perfect party to celebrate the end of days!

We have all heard the expression “the luck of the Irish”. When a bride begins planning a wedding based on Irish customs, it is very true that much of what she does will be based on trying to bring good luck to the marriage and to shun bad luck...

Do you have a son that's "all boy?" Here are 10 great party theme ideas to help you celebrate his birthday!

If you find yourself struggling to find just the right sentiment to write in a wedding card, here are 60 original ideas to make it easier for you!

If you are planning a multi-cultural wedding, things can get very tricky. Use these tips to make the most memorable wedding experience for all people involved.

When trying to find the perfect wedding dress, some brides get lucky and find THE dress right off the bat. The very first dress they step into winds up being the one they walk out with.

After 18 years of marriage we wanted to renew our wedding vows on a beach, but we didn't want to break the bank doing it. Here's our story of how we made a memory of a lifetime, but on a budget.

Running out of theme party ideas for adults? Try Bollywood Nite for an Indian-themed dinner party.

What?! Make you own dress? This is a joke isn't it? Nope! It may sound difficult, but it's really not as difficult as it sounds. Time consuming, yes, but difficult, no.

From the cheap to the eco-friendly, here are some ideas for your two-year-old's birthday party favors!

All you need to make a glowing game of Twister is glow paint and white fabric. So grab a paint brush, stretch your limbs, and get ready to get Twisted!

Not sure how to ask someone to the prom? Here's a list of 50 unique and fun ideas covering all sorts of themes, like sports or entertainment. You'll find the perfect promposal idea for your moment.

The lowdown on everything you need to get courthouse-hitched in class!

This page has activity ideas for a Western-themed party for kids including tepee painting, panning for gold, & sack races. Ideas for decorations, food, & cake. Includes photos & party tips.

Learn the benefits, costs, and limitations of these ten popular wedding flower varieties so you can get the best look and quality on your special day and save yourself from common floral frustrations.

Did you know that the Moon sign of your wedding date has a lot to do with what you want for your marriage? Those qualities will define your marriage. So choose that date wisely, and during the right Moon sign!

Ever been a wedding guest or planned your own wedding? Then you likely have your share of wedding no-nos. This article shares a few "dont's" from the guest's and the wedding planner's point of view.

There are dozens of traditions associated with Scottish weddings. Some are still carried out today while others are no longer practised. This hub looks at some of these wedding customs.

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Barbecue 101: Where & when to have the barbecue (inside or outside), what food to serve, whom to invite, where to shop, how to cook, which plates/utensils to use, & other helpful advice.

Recommends five non-traditional original poems and passages about marriage to read at a wedding ceremony. Includes the text of the poems and passages (from Neruda, L'Engle, Rumi, Simic, and Rilke). Ideas about how to choose a creative and meaningful wedding reading.

Wedding games are a fun way to celebrate the wedding couple and give the audience a few laughs, too. The Wedding Shoe Game is a great reception game that everyone will enjoy!

So, you've been asked the honor of standing in your friend's wedding as a bridesmaid and you don't want to mess up. Good for you! Follow these tips to be the best bridesmaid ever.

Over 60 of the best country songs for your wedding. Links to videos appropriate for your ceremony, processional, recessional, first dance, and father/daughter dance.

Are you ready for the future of partying? Learn how to throw a blast of a futuristic cosmic party with tips on food, costumes, decorations, music and more!

This page is about how to plan a birthday party. It gives easy steps to use when planning your party. Ideas for the guest list, invitations, decorating, activities, food menu and birthday cake.

A handfasting is a less fussy version of a wedding. It’s relaxed, fun, and the happy couple can structure it any way they wish. It can take place anywhere, and anyone or no one can officiate.

Tips, tricks, and personal anecdotes for planning a lower-impact, eco-friendly wedding ceremony and reception!

Host a fantastic at home birthday party with these quick and easy games, activities, cakes and themes.

Here's a look at the Cookie Table, a delicious Pittsburgh wedding tradition. You are in for a treat when you find out a little Cookie Table history and how easy it is to set up. Think about a Pittsburgh Wedding Cookie Table for your wedding.

A complete list of all those things you might forget when planning your special day - with plenty of tips as well!

Need a theme for your upcoming party or gala? Here are 15 creative theme idea.

So, you want to get married but you don't really want to have a wedding? Is it even okay to not have a wedding? Here's ten reasons to skip the wedding and get married at the courthouse instead.

Host a great Hawaiian luau party with these ideas for decorations, costume, food and drinks, party games, music, volcano cakes, and smoking party drinks.

Put away the Celine Dion and Kenny G, I've got you covered with these feisty tracks to play on your wedding day.

DIY bridal bouquets are easier than you may think, even when you long for a cascade style. This hub has pictures, advice and several videos to show you how it's done, using fresh or silk flowers.

Finding the right words to say is really difficult, which is why this article offers wedding vow examples, sayings, and quotes for him and her to help guide you and inspire you to write your own unique vows.

Planning a party is difficult at the best of times. Planning a themed party for kids is even more difficult. How do you keep the children busy? How do you make scrumptious food that links to the theme? What about invitations? Games? Snacks? Prizes? These are some of the questions that you must answer in order to plan a successful themed party.

Looking for a creative idea for your party? Consider heading back to the Roaring 20s for a fun theme party. This one is complete with a speakeasy, gangsters, jazz music, casino games, good food and a raid by cops with billy clubs to top it all off!

Remember when everyone knew their neighbors? Kids played hopscotch on the sidewalk and rode bikes every evening while parents sat on the front porch conversing with friends and sipping iced tea. It was normal to knock on your neighbor's door and ask...

Are you a fan of the Food Network's hit show Chopped? Learn how to have your own Chopped Challenge at home and throw a memorable dinner party your friends will never forget.

Use Mason jars to create beautiful decorations for your wedding. Consider using them as candleholders, favor containers, pew markers, and more!

Here you will find a list of edible foods that glow and foods that look bright under a black light, as well as a recipe for glow in the dark salad and desserts.

These songs have proven themselves as the absolute best all time wedding songs for every aspect of a wedding. If you are looking for wedding music ideas, you've come to the right place!

Learn how to throw a decadent 1800s Victorian-themed party for your next birthday, bridal shower, baby shower, or Halloween party. With ideas for decorations, menu, costumes, games, and more.

A movie-night party is a great theme for people of all ages. This page features everything you will need for your movie-night party planning.

Speech writing can be a hugely daunting task, and inspiration may be hard to come by. I have listed speeches used in my own Bar-Mitzvah, and I hope the jokes/ideas can be adapted and used today.

When you think of weddings, topics like wedding cakes, wedding dresses, engagement rings, and the like come up. I know I think white organza, lace, beautiful flowers, tuxedos, and a couple desperately

Discover a selection of the best father and daughter wedding dance songs including some classics along with some more recent choices with videos by Bruce Springsteen, Sinatra, Adele and more...

How to pick the best jokes to tell at a wedding, including suggested jokes and tips for successful joke-telling.

You've decided to get married in a barn? This unique venue presents its' own charms and challenges. Learn how to make your barn wedding the wedding of your dreams!

Simple-to-execute tips for stretching your wedding flower dollars while creating a lovely setting for your special day taken from the expertise of a professional floral designer.

Raising money for a non-profit requires a great deal of support, and relies heavily on fundraisers. Creating awareness and highlighting the importance of your organization takes careful planning, consideration, and oftentimes a strict budget. The...

Here are some easy, fun games I've offered at baby showers I've planned that have all been very successful and made for great photos, as well.

Getting married at the courthouse doesn't mean you have to forfeit all the style and sentiment of a traditional wedding! Try one or all of these ideas to make your courthouse wedding a day to remember.

Looking for a non-traditional wedding ceremony? How about handfasting, an ancient Celtic wedding custom that is beautiful and meaningful. Handfasting is not just for Pagan weddings.

Find time-saving printable templates for all ages. Includes games to play based on the Harry Potter books. Name generator, polyjuice potion game, and Harry Potter bingo.

You have just been informed that no one is going to help you with your party again. What do you do? Read on for lots of answers to that question.