Life of the party

A blog by Evite

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Should I make an Invitation or an Event Page? A guide to picking the right one for your gathering

Not sure whether to send an Invitation or create an Event Page on Evite? Here's what each one is built for, so you can find the right fit for your gathering.

Birthday-themed foods including a hot dog bundle, pancakes with candles, and a pyramid of champagne glasses.

Ideas worth saving: switch things up with these birthday cake alternatives

Don’t like cake? Make your birthday bash unique and swap your cake for one of these tasty dishes and desserts.

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This personality quiz will tell you exactly what gathering to host

Saw this theme and thought of you! Take this party personality quiz to find your theme and customize your textable invite.

Hmmm… we can’t find anything that matches that 🤔

Outdoor dining table with white plates, amber glasses, fresh flowers, fruit decor, and name cards.

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The 7 things you should always have on-hand when hosting a dinner party

From chic dishes to total lifesavers during a mini hosting emergency, here are 7 items to keep on standby so you can host any time, anywhere!

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Cocktail glass with orange and lime peel garnish, surrounded by lime, orange, and fruit ice cubes.

These “carrot” ice cubes use 3 ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen

What can we say… somebunny is going to love these! See how to make easy + adorable ice cubes for your spring sips.

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Key items parents-to-be forget to put on their baby registries

Our team shares the must-have baby shower registry items that they could never let other parents-to-be go without!

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Class of 2025 grad party themes just dropped 🎓

From an entire event centered around custom trucker hats to a “tying up her studies” concept… here are 10 ideas that’ll get you that party planning diploma.

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BIG party ideas for your little grad

Pre-school and elementary graduations are a big deal! Check out our list of unique graduation party themes for your young graduate.

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This DIY charm party is the perfect way to celebrate St. Paddy's Day

Meet the Lucky Charm Party. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day… or for any month of the year!

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Our sweet new St. Paddy’s Day tradition: Good Luck Pancakes

The only thing better than waking up to a pot of gold on St. Patrick’s Day is waking up to these Lucky Charms pancakes!

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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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Pastel purple and pink swirled chocolate bark pieces with colorful sprinkles and star shapes.

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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How to throw the perfect summer soirée

We’ve partnered with Avaline to create the ultimate cheers-worthy summer party guide.

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Baby shower games and activities setup with onesies, baby photos, jars, cards, notes, and a calendar game.

Oh, baby! These are the top 10 games & activities for baby showers

Elevate your baby shower itinerary beyond the classic gift-giving and snack-serving combo with these fun games.

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The 12 children’s books every baby shower registry needs

From classics like “Goodnight Moon” to new faves like “Hair Love,” see which kids' books expectant parents (and little ones) will love to receive and read.

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Wooden bowl filled with creamy potato salad with herbs, diced vegetables, and small potatoes.

Julia Turshen’s potato salad is the perfect recipe for your summer BBQs

Warning: this “side dish” might just become the star of your BBQ.

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Not to get mushy, but model & blogger Rocky Barnes’ son’s fungi 1st bday is truly adorable

Take a peek inside mama Rocky’s son’s spore-tacular mushroom-themed birthday party and learn how she brought it to life.

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Real Parties: Maddy’s 6th birthday disco party

See how disco diva Maddy celebrated her 6th in ’70s-inspired style.

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How to host a delightful tea party

Let's get this par-tea started—plan a fancy tea party with our tips.

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Actress & fertility advocate Kellee Stewart on being a fertility warrior + her personal journey

Kellee opens up about egg freezing, why reproductive education needs improvement and how she threw herself an Egg Shower.

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NYC’s 20+ hottest kids’ bday venues, according the coolest NYC parents

Super-cool crafts. Slime time. Sports galore. See where our trusted network of parents takes their own kids for the best birthday parties in NYC.

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Two square hand pies with heart-shaped jam centers on a plate next to fresh strawberries.

These jam hand pies are the perfect tea party pastry

No-fuss pastries that’ll impress even your poshest tea party guests.

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Four small round egg salad finger sandwiches on white bread with parsley and toothpicks.

3 finger sandwich recipes that’ll make you the queen of the teatime scene

Dainty yet delicious, these 3 adorable finger sandwich recipes by Jee Choe are perfect for any tea party.

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10 personalized party favors under $10 that won’t end up in the trash

We challenged moms Anda, Karen G., Olivia, and Karen K.—aka the Evite Party Picks team—to find the coolest party favors under $10 on Etsy and test them out.

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