As temperatures rise, parties begin to move outside. And what’s a better setting for an outdoor party than a lush, colorful garden? Below, we’ve got tips for bringing a laid-back elegance to your garden party. From stylized tablescapes and themed invitations to lawn games and garden party decorations, keep scrolling for our favorite garden party ideas that’ll leave a lasting impression on your guests all season long.
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With Mother’s Day fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about what you’ll say in that all-important Mother’s Day card. If you’re unsure about what to say this time around, we’ve got you covered with our favorite Happy Mother’s Day wishes for all moms.

Explore our Mother’s Day greeting suggestions, discover some new inspiration, and use these wording ideas to help you craft a memorable message to all the special mother figures in your life.
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Looking for a festive and elegant way to celebrate a special mom-to-be? A tea party baby shower delivers sophistication and offers a sweet way to celebrate the big moment. From whimsical garden settings to tea spreads in your dining room, this celebration lets you go all out or keep it casual. Here, we’ll show you how to plan a tea party shower with ideas for food, decor, and fun.
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Outside, it’s sunny and warm, and there are plenty of beautiful places to explore and stop for lunch. Let the seasonal changes inspire you to get together with your favorite people and host a picnic party somewhere special.

Embrace the relaxed, happy vibe of the summer picnic and plan a fun get-together for your closest pals. Discover some of our best picnic party ideas — including what to serve, bring, and do to make your next picnic party a resounding success with your guests.
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Picnics are the perfect way to celebrate life’s most joyful moments. A pretty-in-pink picnic brunch sets a sweet scene for a baby shower. Casual backyard picnics are perfect for easy clean-up housewarming events and BBQ-style picnic block parties are always memorable summer events. 

However you choose to celebrate your al fresco gathering, you’ll need to send out picnic invitations. Here, we’ll show you what to include in the invite, give you fun wording ideas, and share 10 of our favorite picnic invitation designs.
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When you want to gather with friends or family for a cozy get-together, a wine tasting party is hard to beat. You get to enjoy delicious wine and tasty bites in the company of great people — and learn something new about wine while you do.

If you’re planning a wine tasting party, we’re here to help. Discover our top tips for hosting a wine tasting party — from choosing a theme and creating your menu to setting the perfect atmosphere.
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If you live in the South or a mid-Atlantic state, you’ve probably been to your fair share of seafood boils. But even if you haven’t had the fortune of attending one of these lively feasts, you can still use this summer party idea to plan your next event.

Centered around a large stockpot packed with seafood goodies, juicy sausage, and fresh-boiled veggies, this food-centric fete is all about getting together with loved ones for a delicious meal and laugh-filled time. From festive decor to exquisite foods, here are some of our favorite seafood boil party ideas that will make you — and your guests — happy as a clam.
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When you’re ready for a cheesy good time, it doesn’t get better than a pizza party! This tasty idea works well for laid-back gatherings, last-minute children’s birthday parties, and sophisticated dining experiences alike.

To make your next celebration even better, we’re sharing our top pizza party ideas, including tips on how to cater for everyone, what to serve alongside those cheesetastic slices, fun activities to plan, and invitations you can start sending now.
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Want to skip the over-the-top baby shower but still want to celebrate? Enter the baby sprinkle. This toned-down celebration is ideal for those who already have infant gear from a firstborn and for families who want to keep things low-key. Here, we’ll show you everything you need to know about hosting a sprinkle baby shower.
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Someone’s second birthday is coming up, and they’ve requested a car-themed celebration. We have the perfect party theme — a “two fast” birthday party!

Get all the details you need to know about a two fast birthday party along with our favorite ideas and tips to help you bring this party theme to life. We’ll also share some of our recommended party invites to match this thrill-seeking theme.
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