Life of the party

A blog by Evite

What to buy at Trader Joe's for a shockingly impressive Friendsgiving

Pull together a mostly store-bought Friendsgiving dinner from TJ's with these potluck picks for drinks, sides, entrees, and dessert.

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The company holiday party etiquette guide

Don’t be the talk of tomorrow’s water cooler chat… we’ve got you covered with helpful etiquette tips to make a lasting impression at your office holiday party.

Two people sitting on a fluffy carpet, playing a card game with bowls of snacks around them, overlaid on an illustration of a large dice, playing cards, game pieces, and a pencil with a game rules sheet titled 'Threefold'.

I love hosting board game nights. These 6 convert game haters.

Guest author Heather Leith shares 6 games (Azul, Codenames & more) that turn game night skeptics into fans. See what to buy, how to play, and pairing ideas.

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8 party themes we’re loving this March

St. Patrick’s Day, the Oscars, tea parties… oh my! Get the lowdown on eight fun party themes to host in March.

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Bachelorette party themes for every bride-to-be

From the trendsetting bride to the timeless one, find a unique theme to make any bachelorette party truly memorable.

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How to make flaky & delicious pop tarts at home

There’s no treat that sings celebration (with a sweet hint of nostalgia) like a good ol’ pop tart. Learn how to DIY these fun treats!

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How to make magical rainbow unicorn bark ✨

Cook up a personalized dessert with your little one's favorite colors. This recipe is so easy, they can even join in on the fun of prepping it. Yay!

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Impress your guests with these 3-ingredient flower pretzel bites

These darling salty & sweet bites are perfect for all of your spring events! Spruce up your table with this cheerful snack.

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Gift Guide: For the alcohol-free host 💌

Move over “bottle of red wine”… these are the non-alcoholic gifts we’re bringing to parties from now on.

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This football cheesy bread is a total score 🏈

Fun-shaped foods are IN this season… see how to make this football-inspired bread.

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10 baby shower themes we’re loving for 2025

It’s a baby shower bonanza! From denim decor to soda shoppes, check out our full list of trending baby shower themes that’ll be taking over this year.

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Our Super Bowl MVP? These easy buffalo chicken sliders.

Savory sliders that come together in minutes and are guaranteed to please even the fan whose team is down by six in the fourth quarter.

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10 themes for your best Galentine’s Day party yet

This list is by the girls, for the girls. See the 10 ideas we’re loving for Galentine’s Day.

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Trending adult party themes to host this year

From cherry everything to a party specifically dreamed up for all you introverts out there... see which themes to keep top-of-mind this year.

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Kids’ birthday party ideas that will instantly make you the “cool” parent

Here are the eight kids’ birthday trends you’ll be seeing everywhere this year.

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The 12 Adult Birthday Party Trends That Will Be Everywhere in 2024

Expect opulence, enhanced immersive experiences, mix and mingle-friendly floor plans and yet more disco balls.

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What your zodiac sign says about your hosting style

Wanna know your hosting personality? It’s all written in the stars. Luckily, author and astrology specialist Jessica Allen is here to help translate.

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15 Cute First Birthday Party Themes That’ll Leave EveryONE Enchanted

From wild jungle animals and dinos to sweet donuts and bees, here are the top 1st birthday parties to know and throw.

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19 Gifts for Tween Girls That Pass the Vibe Check (According to a Tween Girl)

Cool gifts (yes, they’re TikTok-approved) that even the pickiest tween It Girl will love. We know, because an actual tween told us so.

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How to tactfully say “no siblings, please” on a birthday invitation

Sometimes more isn’t merrier! Get our top tips and wording suggestions on how to nicely request “no siblings” at your child’s birthday party.

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Baby shower on a budget ideas that deliver all the fun without all the bills

Hosting a baby is fun! Paying for it…not so much. Check out our top 7 tips (and tons of ideas!) for planning a baby shower on budget.

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The most enchanting ideas for hosting a woodland baby shower (warning: cuteness overload!)

We’re not gonna (hedge)hog any party hacks! Find decor picks, game ideas and even invitation wording suggestions for woodland baby showers here.

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Classic, Quick Potato Latkes (Your Kids Will Love)

A go-to recipe for flavorful, crispy latkes. Plus, 6 delicious topping suggestions! Yes, our mouths are watering, too.

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The 28 Best Gifts for Boys of All Ages That Pass the “Whoa, That’s Cool” Check

You know you can trust a shopping-obsessed mom of 3 sons to know which gifts boys think are *actually* cool.

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An Epic Guide to Hosting a Christmas Cookie Exchange (Even Your Grinchiest Friends Will Love It)

Hosting tips and exclusive recipe suggestions for your Christmas cookie exchange.

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Save the date card for Adam and Robert's wedding on 6.20.2026 in Palm Springs with floral and cake images.

When to send out your save the dates

Learn more about the best timeline for sending out save the date invites for your wedding, party or event with these tips from Evite.

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The Most-Popular Christmas Cookies by State—Can You Guess Which One Is Your State’s Fave?

Sugar cookies and gingerbread continue to battle for the Christmas cookie crown, but which cookie is your state’s go-to for the holidays?

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