Life of the party

A blog by Evite

Invitation for bachelorette weekend titled Lucky in Love with red heart and red glitter envelope.

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.

Woman with blonde hair holding a small cake with three lit candles, sitting at a wooden table.

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 🤔

Three Halloween party playbooks with spooky themed covers and a spider web in the top left corner.

3 Halloween Party Playbooks for frighteningly easy planning

Whether your kid’s birthday takes place during Halloween season or you just want to throw a spooky bash, these three Halloween Party Playbooks are here to slay.

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Pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls with icing drizzled on top and a cinnamon stick in the center on a cooling rack.

Easy pumpkin-shaped cinnamon rolls

Pumpkin-shaped treats taste better. We don’t make the rules.

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Cozy table setting with lit candles, flowers, drinks, and plates of autumn-inspired food dishes.

5 memorable potluck ideas for the coziest autumn ever

Feel the fall vibes with these creative twists on a classic party format.

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White ghost-shaped dessert with eyes on a white plate held by a hand in sunlight.

Ghost Baked Alaska Halloween dessert

The chillest 5-ingredient spooky sweet treat imaginable.

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Birthday card with beaded bracelet saying LETS PARTY, surrounded by retro party items on pastel background.

Colorful birthday party items including jewelry, pink glasses, butterfly, disco ball, and a polaroid camera.

Taylor Swift Party Ideas Playbook

Celebrate the Swiftie in your life the easy (and BEST) way with our comprehensive guide to throwing the most dazzling Taylor Swift-inspired bday bash ever.

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Collage with birthday invitation, cake, party photos, shells, and blue decor for Sophie's birthday party.

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!

Baked brie wrapped in pastry shaped like a pumpkin with cinnamon stick and sage leaf on top.

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.

Teacher appreciation gift set including confetti card, Target gift card, and themed wristbands on chalkboard background.

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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Hand holding a wafer biscuit with cream filling over a notebook and books on a desk.

Literally the cutest 3-ingredient teacher appreciation treat ever

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

Plate of six decorated round cookies with frosting and candy beads spelling words like lover, karma, and evermore.

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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Three summer party playbook covers for older kids, Italian disco, and Mamma Mia themes on a pool background.

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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Grilled flatbread topped with ham strips, lettuce, yellow cherry tomatoes, red onion, and sliced peppers on wooden board.

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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How late is too late to arrive to a party?

When is it okay to be fashionably late to a party? We'll fill you in.

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Stack of Pampers Swaddlers diaper boxes next to a diaper raffle setup with stuffed toys and tickets.

How to host a diaper raffle

Throw a diaper raffle for the parents-to-be with this step-by-step how-to.

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10 healthy birthday party snacks kids love

Check out these healthy snack ideas to serve to all the little ones at your next birthday bash.

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Winter wonderland party guide

Snow or not, you'll be walking in a winter wonderland in no time with our party planning guide.

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How to plan an office baby shower on a budget

Get together with your coworkers and celebrate the new bundle of joy with a wonderful baby shower.

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Black disco ball with sparkling stars on a peach background.

’70s-theme party guide

Get ready to get down at a '70s party. Here's our guide on how to plan one!

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Worn cowboy boots with stitched designs and a leather hat on wooden floor with coiled rope nearby.

Western-theme party guide

Planning a Western-theme party? This isn't our first rodeo—read our tips on how to throw a party that's the best in the West.

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How to host an ugly sweater party

Everything you need to know about throwing the ugliest (aka BEST) holiday party ever.

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Five kids play vintage arcade games in a dimly lit room with brick walls and neon lights.

’80s-theme party guide

The '80s are back with this party guide for everything '80s-themed: side ponies, PacMan, frilly shirts and more!

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How long should a party run?

No two parties are alike, so knowing how long one should run is important when planning yours! Here's what we recommend.

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2023 graduation invitation with photo of woman in cap and gown, confetti background, and brown envelope.

Here’s when to send your grad party invitations

Graduation season is one of the busiest times of the year, so play it smart. Find out when to send your graduation party invitations here!

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Top 10 tips for stress-free party planning

Find out the top ten ways to prep for a party without blowing your cool—after all, the best host is one who actually enjoys their own party.

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