Life of the party

A blog by Evite

No, you’re not lazy for hosting a potluck

Potluck shame is real, but it shouldn’t be. Writer Heather Leith explains why this lowkey party style is great for easing hosting anxiety.

Underrated but actually genius hosting hacks for your next gathering

Discover low-effort tips that will save you time & stress at your next gathering. These hacks will make even a first-time host look like a party planning pro.

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Here’s how to bring Europe to your backyard this summer

Skip the plane ride and bring the Euro summer vibes back to your place! Host a European gathering at home with these easy party themes and ideas.

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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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How to Decorate & Share Christmas Cookies Like the Pro You've Always Wanted to Be

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about making, decorating and sharing Christmas cookies.

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Give your fall parties a glow up with these 24 party ideas

From soup-er cozy to slightly chaotic, these are the parties you need to be throwing this fall.

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Real Parties: Jac’s bridal shower

Crumbl Cookies, cake decorating, fantastic florals and more. In a word? Perfection.

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Our top tips for hosting an epic party in a small space

From the decor to the theme to menu, we’ve got your small-space party planning covered with these 5 tips.

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How to plan an unforgettable kids’ holiday party

Celebrate the holiday season with these kids' holiday party ideas. From fun activities to on-theme snacks, this guide’s here to make planning an arctic breeze.

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How to send an eGift card with Evite!

Birthdays to holidays, easily send your heartfelt wishes (and a fantastic gift) with an eGift card from Evite!

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Spooktacular Halloween party ideas

Make Halloween unforgettable with these spooktacular Halloween party ideas. Learn how to plan a Halloween party to celebrate the scariest time of the year.

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Creative ideas to elevate your office holiday parties

Encourage your office colleagues to fully embrace the festive spirit of the season with our top office holiday party ideas and activities.

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130 merry messages for your holiday cards

Our guide to writing the merriest holiday and Christmas card messages makes it easy to spread joy this holiday season!

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How to write a thank you card from the heart

The greeting card pros at Evite have put together some tips and examples to help you write the perfect note in your thank you cards.

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Move over charcuterie board! This tiered cheese “cake” is the hot new appetizer every host should know about

Up your grazing board ante with this show-stopping tiered cheese snack.

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Everything you should add to a baby shower registry

Build the perfect baby shower registry with these tips and ideas.

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6 disco party themes that will be everywhere this year

Barbie disco made the list, and so did another theme around a major 2023 film that def won't kill the groove (it'll look so good on the dancefloor, trust us).

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How to make a splash at your pool party

Throw the hottest party of the summer with these pool party tips and ideas.

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Throw a Bridgerton-themed party that’ll be the talk of the ton

Our top Bridgerton party ideas on how to throw a Regency-inspired féte even Eloise would want an invite to.

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What to add to a baby sprinkle registry

Have another bundle of joy on the way? Here’s everything you need to know about creating the perfect baby registry for your sprinkle.

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Pride party ideas for Pride Month

Looking for ideas on how to celebrate Pride Month this June? Here are 9 fantastic ways you can support the LGBTQIA+ community (and learn more about the history

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Person in white dress reading a book during a picnic by a flowing stream with bread, fruit, and snacks.

How to host an ethereal picnic

Warm weather means it’s time to start romanticizing your life with a cute and whimsical picnic. Here’s your how-to.

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Father's Day card with popcorn container labeled 'POP' and message about dads in many shapes and sizes.

What to write in a Father's Day card

Whether you want a Father’s Day card message to make him laugh or something that brings a tear to his eye, Evite has what you need to get started.

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If you’re a parent in Dallas, you need to know about these 24 kids’ bday party places

Epic places to jump, build, create and (most importantly) celebrate! This is the ultimate kids’ bday venue list—and it’s based on insight from Dallas locals.

The ultimate guide to throwing a Taylor Swift-themed birthday party

Swiftie-approved decor, organized by era. Get ready to throw the ultimate T. Swift birthday bash!

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A Swiftie’s guide to throwing an unforgettable release party for "The Tortured Poets Department"

Decor, activity, outfit ideas and more for the ultimate Tortured Poets Department release party.

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