Ready to turn a summer birthday into the bash of the season? Whether you’re dreaming of poolside lounging, backyard BBQs, or a tropical luau with tiki torches, this guide is your ticket to planning a celebration that sizzles as much as the summer sun. We’ve rounded up the most creative, colorful, and downright delightful themes to help you throw a party that guests of all ages will rave about.

Grab your sunglasses, fire up the grill, and dive into a world of inspiration that will make your summer birthday the highlight of the year. Plus, we’ve made party planning easy by pairing each theme to a matching invitation so you can get guests counting down the days until your big bash.

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Oh boy (or girl)! The time has finally come to welcome a new life into the world and celebrate a growing family. With the baby shower planning underway, you’re choosing a venue, a theme, decor, food, and games. You’re also creating the guest list and looking for the perfect invitation design.

But you might also want to consider sending out save the dates for the baby shower. This pre-invitation heads up gives your guests extra time to plan. It ensures as many friends and family as possible are available to shower the mom- or parents-to-be with support and love.

Below, we’ll talk about why save the date notices are a good idea for a shower and break down the timeline for save the dates, invitations, and RSVPs. We’ll also run through what information to include, give wording examples, and share designs for inspiration. Let’s get started! Baby will be here before you know it!

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Turning 21 is a major milestone! It signifies the next phase of adulthood, new experiences are unlocked, and there are plenty of exciting adventures on the horizon. It’s the perfect time to gather your crew, and kick things off with a celebration.

Set the vibe for the party and give your guests all the details they need with a customized 21st birthday invitation. Get tips for creating and sending your invites, find wording inspiration, and see top invite designs to match a variety of styles.
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Does your summer bucket list include backyard cookouts, fireworks, and time with friends and family? Start checking off the items on your list with a Fourth of July bash. You can host a classic family-friendly picnic, a pool party, or even a chic sparklers and spritzers event.

No matter what type of celebration you’re planning, kick things off by sending out stunning 4th of July party invitations. Check out our list of designs for inspiration, and follow our step-by-step guide to create and send your own invites.

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If you’ve found your way to this blog post, chances are you already understand the significance of Pride Month — the history, the meaning, the movement. If you’re just beginning to explore, we encourage you to get involved and learn more — this historical overview is a great place to start.

We’re here because Pride Month deserves both reverence and revelry — and what better way to honor that than by throwing a fabulous Pride party? We’re sharing our top tips for celebrating with style, supporting queer-owned brands, and creating memories that last long after the rainbow confetti has settled. read more…

It can be bittersweet when it’s time for a beloved educator to say goodbye. You’ll miss their contributions, knowledge, and friendship, but you’re excited for them to enjoy the next phase of their life. Before they go, host a memorable retirement party so they know how appreciated they are.

Keep reading for all the teacher retirement party ideas you’ll need. Whether you’re the school principal, a co-teacher, a member of the PTO, or a parent, you’ll be inspired to plan a memorable celebration in honor of a cherished teacher.
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Graduation is a significant milestone, and it’s worthy of celebration! What better way to honor this moment than to send a greeting card with graduation wishes — especially if it’s a close friend or family member who’s setting off on a new adventure. 

We’ve put together different ways to offer heartfelt and encouraging graduation wishes for friends to celebrate their success. From options with a little humor to sentimental ideas, you’ll find the perfect words for congratulating a friend.
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Your diamond birthday — also known as a platinum birthday — is when your age matches the last two digits of your birth year. For example, if you were born in 2010, your diamond birthday is when you turn 10 years old. If you were born in 1981, your diamond birthday is when you turn 81 years old. 

Diamond birthdays are a fun way to add a little extra pizzazz to a birthday celebration. Like a golden birthday — when your age matches the day of the month you were born — this celebration is easy to plan because it has a built-in theme. 

Read on to find fancy ways to celebrate your diamond birthday — from party decor to outfit inspiration. Plus, we’ve included invitation inspiration so you can easily get your friends excited about the upcoming bash.
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You may not get all of his dad jokes, but you do love and appreciate everything your father has ever done for you. He put up with you through your stubborn teenage years (and your high school romances). He kept his voice at a healthy decibel level when you backed into that mailbox. And he always adapted the “if you don’t laugh, you’ll cry” approach when dealing with your and your siblings’ antics.

Your dad is your number one hero and number one troll. In your family, laughter is your love language, and you’re on the hunt for a funny Father’s Day card to give your dad. After all, you inherited his sense of humor, and you don’t want your snarky one-liners going to waste.

Below, we’re sharing a few funny Father’s Day card ideas to send to your dad. Plus, we’re including a few Father’s Day greeting cards you can send to your old man.
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You’re about to become new parents, or someone special in your life is, and it’s time to get those baby shower invites ready! Your baby shower invite wording isn’t just a chance to share the event details, but to get them excited about your big day too.

In this guide, we’ll explain what your invites should include and also share some baby shower invite wording examples that you can borrow and personalize for your own special day.
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