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 🤔

Four black Halloween caramel apples with decorative spiders and bats on striped sticks on white plate.

Halloween caramel apples

These unique caramel apples use store-bought caramel candies for an extra-easy Halloween recipe that will be everyone's favorite treat.

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Women sitting around a table with lit blue candles and crystal glasses, engaged in conversation.

Group of women having a candlelit dinner, talking and enjoying drinks around the table.

10 things to talk about with someone you just met

Introverted? No problem. We've got you covered with some questions and conversation starters for whenever you meet someone new at a party.

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Decorated bridal shower table with candles, flowers, rose cocktails, and women in floral dresses cheering.

Elegant outdoor table set with floral centerpieces, gold utensils, candles, fruit, and pink napkins.

The 10 bridal shower trends you’ll see everywhere in 2024

From Bridgerton to disco to love at first spritz, mark our words, 2024 is going to go down in history as the coolest year for bridal shower themes ever!

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White sugar skull piñata with colorful flowers beside striped bag spilling assorted candy on pink background.

DIY sugar skull piñata

This stunning DIY sugar skull piñata is sure to be a huge hit at any Halloween party or Día de los Muertos celebration.

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Seven women in dresses wearing cat ear headbands at an outdoor celebration, one holding balloons and one a gift box.

Bachelorette party dos and don’ts

Follow these top 10 bachelorette party dos and don'ts for an unforgettable celebration for the bride-to-be.

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Construction-themed birthday party table with cake, toys, cupcakes, snacks, and a happy birthday banner.

Kids' construction party inspiration

Hold on to your (hard) hats and get inspired by this kids' construction birthday party.

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Man kneeling to propose marriage to woman surrounded by rose petals by a pond.

Engagement party guide

Check out our guide for planning and hosting an amazing engagement party in honor of the couple!

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Three children in hooded animal-themed pajamas lying on a bed with a pink pillow.

Slumber party guide

Pillow fights, makeovers, gossip and more—we've got awesome slumber party ideas in this guide.

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Two people smiling and talking while grilling food outdoors on a sunny day.

What to do if you forget someone’s name at a party

Try these tips next time you forget someone’s name at a party.

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Stacks of red, blue, white, and green poker chips on a gray surface with a dark background.

Casino theme party guide

Casino activities are a game of chance, but you can plan a sure-fire casino-theme party with our guide.

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Bright room decorated for a baby shower with flowers, greenery, cookies, and a hanging teddy bear.

How to Plan a Baby Shower: The Checklist Every Host Needs

From choosing a theme to picking the perfect party favors, here’s everything you need to know about planning a memorable baby shower!

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People serving food and pouring wine at a dinner table with plates of pasta, bread, and drinks.

People serve food and drinks at a table with pasta, bread, wine, and salad under soft lighting.

How to plan the perfect menu for your next party

Hosting a party soon? Here are some must-know tips on how put together the best selection of food for your gathering, from appetizers to beverages and beyond.

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Mini cheddar cheese pie slices on crackers with whipped topping on a metal tray.

Try this Friendsgiving favorite: cheese and cracker pies

Charcuterie board meets seasonal pie in this snack adored by kids and adults alike! Get the full recipe for cheese and cracker pies here.

Dinosaur-themed birthday invitation with volcano, leaves, egg, and dinosaur figurines on crumpled paper.

Children's dinosaur-themed birthday invitation with volcano, eggs, toys, and leaf decorations.

How to plan an EPIC dinosaur party

This one’s for our dinosaur lovers. Transport your party guests to the Jurassic Period using our Kids’ Dinosaur Party Playbook!

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Pajama party theme with slippers, eye mask, pillow, photos, invitation, lipstick, and bow on pink silk background.

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Everything you need for the perfect pajama party (for adults)

Satin robes, buckets of popcorn, and the perfect throwback movie — now, that’s luxury. Host your dream adult PJ party with this Playbook!

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…

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