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10 Creative Mother’s Day Ideas, Plus Cards and Invites to Match

Mothers day ideas: Mother's Day card

Moms do so much for us. From kissing the blues away and celebrating our greatest successes to just lending an ear, moms are true superstars. That’s why it’s a joy to celebrate them on Mother’s Day. Not only do we honor their sacrifices, but we also celebrate their fighting spirit and loving attitudes.

Whether you’re looking for Mother’s Day ideas for your biological mom, adoptive parent, mother-in-law, or a motherly figure in your life, you’ll find a way to celebrate with this list. Plus, we’ve paired each idea with an inspiring invitation or Mother’s Day card option so you can invite your mom to a fun activity or simply send loving wishes her way. 
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13 Butterfly Invitations to Make Your Celebration Soar

Butterfly invitations: Garden Party card invitation

Butterflies command attention whenever they flutter by, and a beautiful butterfly invitation can draw your guests’ eyes to your event. These graceful creatures add a touch of elegance to birthday, baby shower, bridal shower, and wedding invitations. And while they’re a natural fit for a springtime garden party, butterflies can also appear on more unexpected invites.

As symbols of transformation, butterflies make a beautiful addition to the invites and party decorations at coming-of-age celebrations, like bat mitzvahs and quinceañeras. And butterflies have an element of intrigue, making them a captivating symbol for a masquerade party or Halloween costume party.

Whatever you’re celebrating, we’ve rounded up 13 beautiful butterfly invitations to fit your festivities. Here are the designs we can’t get enough of right now.
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12 Sympathy Cards to Send Your Condolences

Sympathy cards: Thinking of You card

Whether you’re sending heartfelt sympathies for the passing of a family member, the loss of a job, a divorce, an illness, or another difficult time, it’s hard to find the right words. With a well-chosen sympathy greeting card — from a “thinking of you” card to a get well card — you can show your support and let your loved one know you’re there in good times and bad.

We’ve lined up a card assortment that will help you share words of encouragement during all of life’s difficult moments. Find the one that fits your loved one’s personality and situation, then personalize your message, and send your condolences. With the support of someone like you, we know your nearest and dearest will get through this — one day at a time.
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How to Celebrate Earth Day: 15 Fun, Sustainable Ideas

How to celebrate Earth Day: group of people eating outdoors

Earth Day began in 1970 as a way to highlight the need to drive change and support the environmental movement. That message feels even more relevant now, which is why so many of us want to celebrate Earth Day, raise awareness, and make a difference. To that end, we’re sharing some of our favorite activity ideas and party planning tips so you know how to celebrate Earth Day in a way that’s more sustainable and fun this year. 
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Safari Invitations for a Baby Shower: 8 Designs, Plus Must-Have Tips

Safari invitations for baby shower

Ready to go on safari? Well, you certainly can when planning a baby shower. With a few simple tips — and the right invitation designs — you can transport guests to a land filled with extraordinary animals, gorgeous greenery, and other nature-inspired elements. But before we take a look at the best safari invitations for a baby shower, let’s break down the basics of what to include in your invites and explore some fun themes for a baby shower safari. 
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Plan the Best Party Ever with This Baby Shower Checklist

Baby shower checklist: pregnant woman opening gifts at her baby shower

Baby shower planning can be such a rewarding role to take on. You get to play a special part in the celebration of a loved one’s journey into parenthood. That doesn’t mean that the job is easy, though.

Knowing what you need to do as the baby shower host and getting organized can be challenging. Here’s the ultimate baby shower checklist so you can feel confident that you have everything under control. 
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Host a Fun Bee-Themed Baby Shower with These Creative Ideas

Bee themed baby shower invitation

There are plenty of reasons for all the buzz around a bee-themed baby shower. This adorable, gender-neutral baby shower theme can be styled in a classic or contemporary way — giving you so much choice over all the different event elements. 

With a beehive full of inspiration and options, it’s easy to plan a beautiful bee-themed baby shower for the parents- or parent-to-be. Try these sweet ideas for decor, food, games, and party favors for the ultimate bumblebee or honey bee baby shower. 
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Host the Ultimate St. Patrick’s Day Party with These Creative Ideas

St Patrick's Day party invitations

When spring is just around the corner, it’s time to start planning your yearly St. Patrick’s Day bash. Whether you invite the whole neighborhood over for a themed cookout or host a small group of friends for an evening of beer tasting, it’s one event that’s sure to be fun.

Let’s take a look at all the things you’ll need to throw an epic St. Patrick’s Day party. From decor to food, these ideas and tips will help you celebrate the moment in style.
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Honor Someone Special with These Mother-in-Law Mother’s Day Messages

Mother in law Mothers Day messages: daughter giving her mother a gift

When the second Sunday of May is near, Mother’s Day is coming up, and it’s time to start thinking about all those wonderful mother figures in your life. Whether you’re hosting a party in their honor or want to send a sweet card their way, you’ll want all the best words to help you say what you mean. Explore our mother-in-law Mother’s Day messages, then find the perfect Mother’s Day card to send them in.
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How to Create the Perfect Mother’s Day Ecard

Mothers Day ecard on a tablet

Mother’s Day is on the horizon, and we’re so excited to be celebrating all those incredible mother figures in our lives. They mean the world to us all year round, but this day’s all about making them the center of attention. 

If you’re ready to find and customize the perfect Mother’s Day ecard, this guide’s for you. We’ll cover why they’re such a great idea, show you how to find and personalize one, and share a few Mother’s Day card designs to get you started. 
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