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.

A woman wearing glasses and a green satin shirt sits at a desk with a laptop and tablet, raising her arms in celebration. Behind her is a decorated Christmas tree and festive ornaments and stars float around on a red checkered background.

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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Real Parties: Jake’s 1st birthday party at Camp Jake

Calling all campers: it’s party time! See how Jake celebrated his 1st birthday with an awesome camp-themed party in Sherman Oaks, CA.

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Real Parties: Emme’s 7th birthday art party

A canvas-themed cake and crafty activities made for an artfully executed birthday bash. See how Emme’s 7th birthday party in Metuchen, NJ came together!

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Day of the Dead altar with framed portrait, marigold flower arch, candles, and photos.

Creating a beautiful Ofrenda with Hauz & Co.

See how Sarahli of Hauz & Co. creates a beautiful Día de Muertos Ofrenda and learn more about the significance behind each part of her home altar!

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Colorful superhero-themed party supplies including Batman masks and sticker sheets in a woven basket.

Real Parties: Max’s 2nd superhero birthday party

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s an epic superhero party for Max’s 2nd birthday! See how mama Shawna put this party together in West Hollywood, CA.

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Evite’s top gift picks: Hispanic & Latinx brands and authors

Need the perfect gift for a birthday, shower or the holidays? Our editors compiled a list of Hispanic- and Latinx-owned or founded businesses you need to know.

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Real Parties: Lily & Rhyder’s floral picnic 1st birthday party

Flowers, friends and family make for an ideal birthday bash. See how Jayme and Noora threw the ultimate picnic party for their daughters in sunny LA.

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Real Parties: Connor Y.'s traditional Korean 1st birthday

Dol or doljanchi is the traditional Korean celebration of a baby's first birthday. See what Connor Y.'s celebration in Los Angeles was like!

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Real Parties: Chloe’s 7th birthday puppy pawty

From actual puppies to play with to cuddly plush ones to take home, Chloe's 7th birthday party in Encino, CA, is pawsitively awesome!

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Real Parties: Sonny’s “Where the Wild Things Are” Birthday

"Where the Wild Things Are" is beloved by many, including 1-year-old Sonny and his family! See how his 1st birthday party came together in Lake Geneva, WI.

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Black and white drawing of a moon, rabbit, lanterns, stars, swirl, and mooncake.

4 ways to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival

Get ready for the Mid-Autumn Festival with these tasty, crafty and educational ideas.

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The ultimate guide to throwing a bridal shower at home with Camille Styles

The founder and editor-in-chief of leading lifestyle digital publication Camille Styles shares her top tips on creating an unforgettable bridal shower.

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Outdoor table set with green plates, glassware, utensils, and a floral tablecloth for a garden party.

How to throw the dreamiest summer solstice soirée

Evite & Marlien Rentmeester teamed up to co-host a very special summer solstice luncheon! Read on to get our top 4 tips on how to host one of your own.

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Mamma Mia Party Ideas Playbook

Mirror balls, ABBA karaoke and easy homemade gyros–how can you resist this? Take your guests on a trip to Kalokairi with this iconic party theme!

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Pumpkin-shaped baked brie recipe

4 ingredients, 5 minutes to prep, and ooey-gooey deliciousness.

Teacher survival kit includes a clear pouch, confetti card, Nerds candy, gift card, and decorative tapes.

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How to make a teacher survival kit

This teacher + mom of 2 shares her top tips on creating a super easy and thoughtful gift your kid’s teacher will truly appreciate!

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Literally the cutest 3-ingredient teacher gift ever

Name an easier teacher appreciation treat. We’ll wait…

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It’s me, hi, the Taylor Swift friendship bracelet cookie recipe you need to bookmark

Brace yourselves, Swifties, because this recipe is for you!

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Summer Party Playbooks: Curated guides for trending party themes

Get all the decor, outfit, activity and menu ideas you need in our free, compact-yet-comprehensive guides.

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This grilled salad pizza recipe is your new summer go-to

The days of the side salad are over now that salad pizzas are a thing.

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The al fresco pizza party you need to be throwing this summer

Everything you need to elevate your pizza night, including top Crate & Barrel finds.

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Everything you need to know about gifting etiquette for kids’ birthdays

Find everything from top toy suggestions to ideas for no-gift parties in this guide to kids’ birthday gifting etiquette.

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Celebrate spooky season early with a Summerween party

A scary good idea? Throwing a Summerween party. Get our top tricks (and treats) here.

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Calling all Princesses of Genovia: This is how to throw a Princess Diaries party

The best party idea ever? Shut up!

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Super sweet birthday traditions to start with your family

Balloons avalanches to party hats on stuffies, starting a bday tradition with your kids is fun for everyone! Check out these 5 easy and adorable ideas.

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