Known as the official start of summer, Memorial Day weekend is often celebrated with grilled veggies, amped-up burgers, and a side dish of classic macaroni salad. But more importantly, it represents a day of remembrance for those who have served our country. Whether you’re honoring a friend or family member with an intimate gathering, or hoping to kick off the warmer months ahead with a backyard bash, we’ve compiled some last-minute ideas to help inspire your Memorial Day weekend celebration. read more…

When it comes to your wedding, invitations are the perfect place to start some DIY fun. Your invite is one of the first communications your guests will receive about your wedding—so make it special! Skip the paper and try your hand at creating a beautiful paperless invite that can be delivered directly to the email inboxes of your guests. If you want to try your hand at DIYing your own paperless invitations with a service like Greenvelope, keep reading to see some top expert tips. read more…

Make your child’s mitzvah ceremony special and memorable—starting with the invitation! Greenvelope has a variety of stylish and popular invitations, perfect for any coming-of-age celebration. From classic and traditional to chic and modern, keep scrolling for 12 of our most popular bar and bat mitzvah invitations. read more…

The key to pulling off a successful birthday party? A little cake and a lot of fun. Whether it’s a celebration in honor of a child or an adult, you can make this year’s occasion truly special with a party full of family and friends. Along with candles and cake, there are several other factors to finalize before the party can start. To help ease you into the planning process, we’re excited to share some expert insights that break down everything you need to know for hosting a memorable and modern birthday party. read more…

School is out—perhaps for good. And once you find that perfect announcement or invitation design, you can begin customizing it with your graduate’s special details. Whether you’re planning a party befitting all their hard work or simply spreading the word, make sure your friends and family are in the know. We’ve got examples on how to best word your graduation announcements and invitations below! read more…

Do you love photo-insert designs but don’t always like photos of yourself? You’re not alone. And you don’t have to give up on that perfect invitation template either (trust us!) We’ve rounded up expert opinions from the best of the best for capturing photos. Keep scrolling to learn how you can snap share-worthy photos that you’ll be excited to share on an invitation (and everywhere else)! read more…

From spicy and crunchy to sweet and salty, snack mixes are an easy-to-grab offering your guests are sure to love. The best part? Most recipes can be prepared in advance (and simply tossed in a bowl when your party begins!) One thing is for sure, there’s no shortage of recipes to choose from. Below, we’ve rounded up seven of our favorite snack mix recipes for easy entertaining.

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Whether honoring a birthday milestone or just looking for a new way to celebrate another trip around the sun, finding a unique birthday party theme can help you create a truly unforgettable event. While birthday party themes were previously relegated to kid’s parties exclusively, more and more people are realizing that themes are just as fun at age 35 as they were at age 5. Without further ado, we rounded up some of the best birthday party themes (for kids or adults) from some of the world’s top event experts. read more…

As spring begins to bloom, so do countless reasons to celebrate. From special holidays like Easter and Mother’s Day to milestone occasions like graduation, Greenvelope has a variety of fun, stylish party invitations. Keep scrolling to see popular invitation designs perfect for spring entertaining!

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Throwing a party? Before you run out to buy new decorations, give some thought to what you already have at home. There are so many opportunities to upcycle materials you already own into fun, handmade decorations. Keep scrolling for a little eco-friendly inspiration!

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