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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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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Celebrating a milestone birthday soon? Let’s pick out your theme.

Whether you’re turning 30, 70, or 100 (or any age in between), we’ve got the themes that will make your birthday celebration totally memorable.

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Peek inside our Christmas dinner Pinterest moodboard 📌

We’ve rounded up five festive recipes to make your holiday season even more merry — including Tini's viral mac and cheese recipe!

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13 Galentine’s Day Ideas Your Girl Group Will Absolutely Adore

Wine, PJs, crêpes and more. Throw the Galentine’s party to end all Galentine’s parties with these ideas and tips.

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Is it Sanders, Sanders’, or Sanderses…?? Here’s how to address your holiday cards.

Holiday cards should be about good cheer… not about spending half an hour searching if you need an apostrophe or a hyphen. We’re here to help!

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Adult party games that are actually fun

Get the party going with these beloved games (that we’ve played and totally recommend).

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Meet Evite & Pledge’s February birthday heroes ⭐

Each month, we’re highlighting some of the incredible kids who chose to opt for donations instead of birthday presents. Read their stories!

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Sweeten up the holidays with chocolate Christmas bark

See how to make this simple and seriously stunning holiday treat.

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Dinner Party 101: Take the stress out of hosting

Set the table for an effortless evening of good food and great conversation with our Dinner Party 101 Playbook.

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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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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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