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How to Write a Thank You Card for Any Occasion

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Events and celebrations are all about marking those big moments in our lives. Weddings, baby showers, birthdays, and graduations are all special occasions that create lasting memories. So when the party’s over, it’s time to express your thanks and gratitude with a heartfelt note.

To help you craft the perfect message, we’ve put together this guide on how to write a thank you card. Discover how to structure your thank you card, plus find inspiration for your message wording and card designs. 
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Top Tips for Designing the Perfect Engagement Announcement

Brittany and Micheal engagement announcement

There’s nothing more exciting than sharing the news that you’re engaged. While you may feel like shouting the big news from the rooftops — or quickly posting on Instagram — it’s important to think about how you announce the happy news. Even if you’re not into traditional wedding etiquette, it’s useful to know the ins and outs of engagement announcements. Here are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you share your engagement announcement in a way you’ll fondly remember forever.
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Celebrate Someone Special With These Mother’s Day Card Messages

Mother's Day Card Messages

Wishing your mom a Happy Mother’s Day is great, but what if you want to say something more? With this guide to Mother’s Day card messages, you’ll find the perfect words to tell your mom, grandma, or other mother figures just how much you care. And if you’re a parent or partner to a mom, you’ll also find some wording ideas that speak to your special relationship. 

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13 Remote Team-Building Activities to Boost Morale and Have Fun

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Working as part of a remote team can give you more freedom, but it also means you see your colleagues in person less often (if at all). That doesn’t mean you’re doomed to eternal isolation or have to resign yourself to only knowing coworkers on a surface level. If you put in a little effort, team building can be just as easy and fun virtually as it is in-person.

Taking the time to plan remote team-building activities can increase team bonding and build a better company culture. These activities are also a great way to onboard new employees and welcome them to your remote workspace. They can help you build connections and enable remote team members to get to know one another on a deeper level. This guide offers some of our favorite team building ideas to increase productivity, develop relationships, and boost employee satisfaction. 
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These Are the Most Important Questions to Ask Wedding Photographers

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It’s time to sit down and start planning out your wedding details. Booking a meeting with a wedding photographer is one of those exciting early moments that helps you bring your dream day together. 

Most couples only meet with a handful of wedding photographers before finding the perfect one. To help you navigate the process and find your own gem, here’s our list of questions to ask wedding photographers. 
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Our Best Backyard Wedding Reception Ideas for Your Big Day

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Backyard wedding receptions are some of the most fun celebrations around. You get to spend time with your closest friends and family members in a space that couldn’t feel more like home. 

But how do you plan the perfect backyard reception? In this guide, we’ll give you our best ideas and advice on planning a backyard wedding reception that you and your guests will love. 
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Your Sweet and Simple Guide to Formal Wedding Invitation Wording

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Finding the perfect words for your wedding invitation is almost an art form itself. Even more so if you want a traditional, formal invite. 

To help you find the right words, we’ve put together this guide on formal wedding invitation wording. Below, you’ll find our best advice on structure, plus some wording examples and formal wedding invitation designs we love. 
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Express Your Love and Gratitude With These Sweet Mother’s Day Card Ideas

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When Mother’s Day approaches, it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll show your appreciation for your mom, mother-in-law, grandma, or other mother figures in your life. To help you find the perfect way to express your gratitude — as well as thoughtful sentiments from the little ones in your family — we’ve brought together our best Mother’s Day card ideas. 

From sweet to silly, you’ll find inspiration for different types of Mother’s Day cards, plus Mother’s Day sayings you can adapt and make your own. 
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14 Easy and Fun DIY Party Decorations for Every Event

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There are so many wonderful events in life that deserve a celebration, and hundreds of ways to honor the special day. Whether you’re throwing a birthday bash for your bestie or hosting a dinner party for work colleagues, party decor can help set the tone for the affair. You don’t have to be an up-and-coming Martha Stewart or DIY expert to create your own event decor and DIY party decorations.

In fact, decorating for a big party can be fun and simple. You can even get friends and family in on the fun and make it a group project. These DIY party decorations will make any event stand out, and you won’t have to shell out thousands of dollars for a professional decorator. 

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15 Nautical Theme Baby Shower Decor and Party Ideas

nautical theme baby shower decor: different kinds of snacks on the table

The nautical look is a fantastic gender-neutral baby shower theme, and it’s especially great if you’re a fan of its traditional colors, adorable animals, and all things related to the sea. To help you create an impressive event, we’re sharing some of our best nautical theme baby shower decor, food, and favor ideas. Whether you’re the parent-to-be or someone else who’s in charge of the party planning, this guide will help you arrange an unforgettable shower for someone you love. 
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