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 🤔

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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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What is Rosh Hashanah and how is it celebrated?

Learn more about Rosh Hashanah, how it's celebrated and how to prep for your own gathering.

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Real Parties: Barbie in the City

Come on, Barbie, let’s go party—in a Chicago high-rise!

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Real Parties: Crew’s Big One

Cowabunga! Read all about Crew’s totally rad 1st birthday.

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Baby shower card with floral design and message wishing love, joy, and happiness to mama-to-be.

Not sure what to write to the parents-to-be? We’ve got you.

Need help with what to say in a baby shower card? Check out these examples and tips from the experts at Evite.

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Woman in white dress holding baby in pink tutu in front of peach balloon arch for party.

Real Parties: Naomi’s Magical ONEderland

See how mama Jenna Greer celebrated her daughter Naomi’s special day with adorable DIY cupcake toppers and more easy-but-impressive decor!

Smartphone showing a Sesame Street-themed birthday invitation for Augie's 2nd birthday on a wooden table.

Real Parties: Augie’s Sesame Street 2nd birthday

Highlights include: nostalgic DIY decor and Cookie Monster-approved cupcakes—om nom nom!

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Back to school playdate invite with calendar, kids with backpacks photo, cupcake, smile, and teeth doodles.

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Back-to-school party ideas, themes & more to celebrate the end of summer

Looking to celebrate the end of the summer with a back-to-school party? Check out these smart tips and fun party ideas from the experts at Evite!

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Birthday card in teal envelope saying It's game on for Quinn's birthday with cake, candles, balloon, camera, and decoration.

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What to write on a birthday party invitation

Not sure what to write in your birthday invitations? The party planning pros at Evite can help you write the perfect birthday invitation message.

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Thank you card with green and white floral designs on top and bottom, surrounded by eucalyptus leaves.

What to write in your wedding thank you cards

Need help writing your thank you notes for your wedding? The pros at Evite have you covered with these wedding thank you card wording examples and tips.

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The dos and don'ts of Passover Seder for non-Jewish newbies

Invited to your first Passover Seder? Don't just wing it. Read up on the dos and don'ts you need to know before you arrive.

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Katharine McPhee Foster’s 1st b-day party tips

Few things are as exciting to a parent as their little one’s 1st birthday. See what Katharine McPhee Foster did for her son’s safari-themed party!

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Top 5 tips for personalizing a graduation party

Make your grad party stand out with these A+ tips.

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Graduation invitation wording 101

Gather loved ones to celebrate the grad in your life with these graduation invitation wording tips and ideas!

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Evite’s top gift picks: Black-owned businesses

Birthdays to baby showers, there’s no shortage of opportunities to give someone the perfect gift from a Black-owned business.

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Two decorated Easter eggs on grass; one brown with pink swirls, one white with pink flowers.

Move over, dye! This year, we’re hand-painting our Easter eggs

Designer & DIYer Cynthia Stiller of @HotPinkPineapples gives a step-by-step guide on how to paint these surprisingly easy (and totally trendy) Easter eggs.

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The most amazing Sunday roast chicken dinner recipe ever

Impress friends, family, and even yourself with this mouthwatering (and easy!) roast chicken recipe from Lucie’s Wholesome Kitchen.

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