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The Best Ways to Say “Congratulations on Your New Home”

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Nothing says “congratulations on your new home” quite like thoughtful cards, well wishes, and gifts from loved ones. It’s the perfect way to express your good will for someone who has just embarked on a fresh, fun adventure in a new place. If you’re wondering how to give someone that warm and fuzzy feeling, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best ways to congratulate the new homeowners along with some great gift ideas.
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Thank You Card Template: How to Say Thanks for Any Occasion

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Sometimes all you need to do is say “thank you” to someone you care about via text. Other times it feels right to send a thank you card to family members, friends, colleagues, or guests. To help you find the right words, we’ve created a simple thank you card template you can use to inspire your message for a variety of occasions. Plus, we’re sharing top thank you card designs that you can customize to your heart’s content. 
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7 Engagement Party Decisions to Make Before Sending Your Invites

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Congratulations! You and your soon-to-be-forever partner are officially engaged. Your friends and family members are sitting on the edge of their seats, ready to toast you both — so it’s time to plan an engagement party and revel in the good news.

Engagement parties are a fun way to celebrate your engagement (and kick off wedding planning season, of course). These days, engagement parties come in all forms — from an all-welcome gathering at the local brewery to a surprise soiree at the nicest restaurant in town or an intimate house party with your closest friends. The beauty of this party is it can be as over-the-top or as stylishly simple as you wish.

Still, there are some decisions to be made before you can even think about sending your engagement invitations. Below, we walk you through how to plan your first (of many!) pre-wedding celebrations.
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12 Summertime Party Invitations + Theme and Wording Ideas

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It’s summer! That means it’s prime time for hosting a spectacular get-together for your friends and family members. To celebrate the season of warmer, longer days, we’re sharing top tips for designing your summertime party invitations, including a variety of fun themes and wording ideas. 
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Congratulations on Your Retirement: What to Say (and What to Give)

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Retirement is such a wonderful moment in someone’s life. They’ve given so much to a company or career, and now it’s time for them to take things easy, relax, or embark on a new adventure. To share your excitement and joy for the retiree, here are some great ways to say “Congratulations on your retirement!” You’ll also find some thoughtful gift ideas they’ll love. 
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20 Memorial Day Decorations and Party Ideas for a Star-Spangled Weekend 

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Memorial Day is observed the last Monday in May, offering remembrance to soldiers who lost their lives defending our freedom. First celebrated in 1868, the holiday has spent the last 150+ years evolving as the ultimate celebration of American pride. Now, Memorial Day weekend is accompanied by fireworks displays, star-spangled parades, BBQs, patriotic-themed decorations, and pool parties to mark the unofficial start of summer.

In this guide, we’re sharing plenty of ideas to throw an epic party, including red, white, and blue Memorial Day decorations, family activities, fun food options, and how to ensure you’re surrounded by loved ones.
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Quinceañera Party Planning: How to Throw the Ultimate Celebration

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One of the most special ways to commemorate a girl’s 15th birthday is with a quinceañera. This culturally rich celebration is a rite of passage for many young women, and there’s so much planning that goes into it. To help you out, we’ve created this guide on how to throw the ultimate quinceañera party, including tips on all stages of the journey — from choosing a theme to creating the perfect invitations. 
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Congratulations on Your Engagement: Wording and Gift Ideas for the Couple

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You’ve just heard the news that someone you know is engaged — how exciting! If you’re ready to share the joy with them, it’s time to think about sending a congratulations card or message.

Here’s how to wish the newly engaged couple “congratulations on your engagement” in a thoughtful way. We’ve included some sweet wording ideas along with engagement gift ideas to accompany your congratulations card. 
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20 Thank You Card Messages for Different Occasions

thank you card messages: woman holding a gift and hugging a man

Extending gratitude isn’t just polite — it genuinely makes us happier, more positive people. And what better way to show your gratitude than to send a custom thank you card message?

When someone gives you a gift, hosts an event for you, extends their hospitality, or offers emotional support during a difficult time, it’s customary to write a thank you note. Plus, thank you notes are simply wonderful to receive, and we’re sure the recipient will treasure your relationship that much more.

But what do you write in a thank you note, and how do you make it personal? Glad you asked. We’re sharing a variety of thank you card messages to help express your gratitude for different occasions. 
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Wording Ideas for the Best Wedding Congratulations Message

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Weddings are one of life’s most joyous occasions, so it’s only natural to want to celebrate this milestone moment by sharing or writing down a thoughtful wedding congratulations message. To help you craft some sweet and timeless notes, we’ve brought together our best tips on writing wedding congratulations, including wording ideas that range from heartfelt to humorous.
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