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  • Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - 7 Top Dos and Don'ts For a Great Kid's Theme Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If your little buccaneer is dreaming of having a pirate party for his birthday, he's not alone. This theme remains extremely popular for young mateys of all ages. Here are the top seven dos and don'ts for making this the best celebration ever.


  • 40th Birthday Party Ideas - Top 8 Dos and Don'ts to Make it a Milestone to Remember
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Do you want to throw a 40th birthday party that truly celebrates the life of the guest of honor? Then it's time to focus on that special person and make this a happy occasion. Here are the top dos and don'ts to help get you there.


  • Photo Christmas Cards - Top 9 Dos and Don'ts For a Picture Perfect Holiday Greeting
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Do you want to capture your family's personality in your holiday greetings? Then, nothing beats photo Christmas cards. Whether this is the first time you're contemplating sending these seasonal cards or it's a yearly tradition, here are the top dos and don'ts to help you send one that's picture perfect.


  • 7 Great 50th Birthday Ideas For a Wonderful Milestone Celebration
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're planning a big bash for someone who is going to turn fifty, forget an over the hill theme. Instead, it's time to celebrate a special person who is about to be a half century young. Here are seven ideas to make it a lively, fun and memorable 50th birthday party.


  • 10 Fun Photo Christmas Card Ideas For Your Family Holiday Greeting
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] What are you going to do to make this year's photo Christmas cards really stand out? You don't have to fall back on the same old ideas this holiday. Here are ten suggestions to help you make this season's family greeting the best one yet.


  • Class Reunion Favors and Souvenirs - 10 Top Do's and Don'ts For Finding the Right Giveaways
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're planning a class reunion, you may be looking for some new ideas for unique favors. Will you be sending home your classmates with cool souvenirs that remind them of a wonderful time reconnecting with old friends? Or will those party giveaways end up in a box in the attic or the trash? Here are the top do's and don'ts to help you find class reunion favors that everyone will love.


  • 10 Christmas Tips For Cutting Down Holiday Stress and Enjoying the Season
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] For many modern families, Christmas is magical, wonderful and also filled with stress. There are so many last minute things to do, traditions to uphold, expectations to be met and relatives to appease. But how do you minimize the crunch and pressures without sacrificing holiday joys? Here are ten tips to help you get there.


  • Animal Theme Party - Top 7 Reasons Why This is a Great Birthday Celebration Idea For Your Child
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] When you're planning a party with your child for his birthday, consider going with an animal theme. It's sure to be a hit. Need convincing? Here's the top seven reasons why this is a great idea for your son or daughter's celebration.


  • Chocolate Bars With Personalized Wrappers - The Pros and Cons For Choosing Candy Party Favors
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Whether you're planning a kid's birthday celebration or wedding reception, you'll have to make a decision about party favors. One of the most popular options for these little giveaways are candy bars covered with personalized wrappers. But is this a good idea for your occasion?


  • Baptism Favors - 5 Things You Need For Truly Meaningful Christening Mementos
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're like most parents who are planning their child's christening, you want everything to be perfect, down to the last detail. One of those details is deciding on just the right baptism favors to give your guests. Here are the five elements you need to include to make these little giveaways extra special.


  • Anniversary Invitation Wording Ideas - 7 Tips to Creating Perfect Personalized Invites
    [Relationships:Anniversaries] Are you looking for ideas to help you find just the right words to include in your wedding anniversary invitations? You can now customize your invites with whatever you want to say. Here's some easy tips to guide you.


  • Planning Photo Christmas Cards Early - Top Reasons to Start Now
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] The last thing you might want to think about at this time is photo Christmas cards. The holidays still seem far away. So, what's the rush? Why should you bother to start planning now? Here are the best reasons to begin early.


  • 80th Birthday Party Dos and Don'ts For a Great Milestone Celebration
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Are you planning an 80th birthday party for someone special? If so, you're probably looking for ideas to commemorate this happy occasion in a big way. Here are some helpful tips with the top dos and don'ts for celebrating this important milestone.


  • Big Class Reunion Turnout - 5 Proven Ways to Increase Attendance at Your Reunion Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] A class reunion is usually considered a success if there's a big turnout. But did you know that the average number of former classmates that attend a typical reunion is between 20 to 30 percent? Of course, you're hoping to attract more than that 30 percent of your graduating class to your event. These five tips will help you achieve that goal.


  • Taking Great Newborn Baby Photos - Top 8 Picture Taking Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
    [Arts-and-Entertainment:Photography] Of course, you're taking tons of photos of your newborn baby. It doesn't matter whether your snapshots are blurry, overexposed or grainy to you because each picture captures a moment in your precious little one's life. But whether you're choosing to send photo birth announcements, present the grandparents with a framed portrait, or give someone a personalized gift containing the image of your little angel, there comes a time when you want your photographs to be great.


  • Chocolate Party Favors - What You Should Know About These Delicious Edible Crowd-Pleasing Treats
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're looking to indulge your guests with irresistible party favors, then give them something edible. And if you really want to delight them, go with chocolate. But before you scoop up these delicious treats for little thank you's for sharing your celebration, here are some things you should know.


  • Photo Bar Mitzvah Save the Date Cards - 7 Top Trends
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're looking to send unique bar mitzvah save the dates that stand out from the rest, nothing beats photo cards. Let your child's pictures tell the story. But before you decide, here are the hottest trends.


  • Wedding Anniversary Party Planning - 8 Unique Ideas and Themes For Your Celebration
    [Relationships:Anniversaries] Not every couple dreams of a formal, sit-down, catered affair for their wedding anniversary party. In fact, they may not even want a fancy social reception at all. If you're looking for something a little different, here are eight unique anniversary party ideas to consider.


  • Kids Photo Birthday Invitations - 6 Top Questions to Ask When Choosing Your Child's Invites
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you really want your child's party plans to get noticed, you may be thinking of sending out photo birthday invitations. They stand out, are fun and put everyone in the mood to celebrate. But before you go any further, here are six top questions (and answers) to help you put together the best invites for your boy or girl.


  • Class Reunion Cold Feet? Top 7 Tips to Beat the Stress and Enjoy Your Reunion Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] You've been invited to your high school class reunion. That's exciting! Then, why are you getting butterflies in your stomach when you think about it? You may even be hesitating, wondering if you should attend. Don't be so quick to dismiss that invite. You might just miss something really wonderful. Here are seven easy ways to alleviate the stress and have a great time at your reunion party.


  • Candy Bar Wrappers - Easy Ways to Create These Chocolate Party Favors
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Are you looking for a great idea for party favors for your next celebration? How about covering chocolate bars with wrappers customized for your occasion? You can even make them yourself. They're cheap, easy and appeal to all age groups. Besides, everyone loves candy. Here's some simple ways to create these festive treats.


  • Anniversary Favors Guide - 7 Top Tips For Choosing a Memento For Your Wedding Anniversary Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Whether you're planning a 25th, 50th or other milestone wedding anniversary celebration, you'll want to send your guests home with party favors that they'll love. You're probably looking for ideas for just the right memento to give to friends and family. These tips will guide you in choosing just the right anniversary favor for your happy occasion.


  • Baptism Invitation Wording - How to Choose the Right Words For Your Baby's Christening Invitations
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] When you're planning your baby's christening, one of the first things you will need to personalize is his baptism invitations. Most invitation companies will let you customize your order and leave the choice of words to you. But what wording should you use? Here are are seven tips to help you decide.


  • Party Planning on a Budget - 18 Great Money Saving Tips For Your Next Celebration
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Do you want to plan a party, but are worried that it will cost too much? You can still have a great celebration without breaking your budget. Here are 18 top tips to help you save money.


  • Birthday Party Myths - Busted!
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Are you planning a birthday party or thinking about it? While you're deciding on the details for the celebration, take a look at these popular misconceptions about birthday parties. Here are some of the top birthday party myths and the truth behind them.


  • High School Class Reunion Favors - 9 Money Saving Tips For Inexpensive Giveways For Your Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Putting together a successful high school reunion requires planning, a lot of hard work and money. But you don't have to break the bank when it comes to providing souvenirs for your classmates. Here are nine tips to help you save money on class reunion favors.


  • Chocolate Party Ideas - 7 Ways to Sweeten Any Celebration With This Rich Candy Treat
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Who doesn't love chocolate?! The rich, sweet taste appeals to everyone from little kids to their great grandmothers. So if you're looking for that special ingredient to add something extra to your next party, why not choose this delicious treat? You can make it your entire party theme or just the crowning touch to your celebration. Here are seven ways you can use chocolatey goodness to elevate your party to the next level.


  • Wedding Favors - Should You Make Your Own?
    [Relationships:Wedding] Of course, you want the perfect wedding, right down to the last tiny detail. And one of those little details you'll have to decide on is wedding favors. You may even consider making your own favors. But is this the right choice for you?


  • Your Birthday Party - Why Wait For Someone to Throw You a Great Party When You Can Do it Yourself?
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] So no one is throwing you a big spectacular party this year to commemorate your birthday? Then this is the perfect opportunity to finally get the birthday party of your dreams by planning it yourself! No, you're not going to raise any eyebrows or get any strange looks. Just follow these simple tips.


  • Photo Wedding Anniversary Invitations - Top 10 Do's and Don'ts
    [Relationships:Wedding] Whether you're planning a 50th wedding anniversary party, a 25th, or a celebration for any other milestone year, you'll have to make decisions about anniversary invitations. One of the most popular choices, in recent years, has been the photo anniversary invitation. After all, what better way is there to represent the married couple than with pictures from their lives together? Here are the top ten do's and don'ts for selecting the perfect photo anniversary invitations for you.


  • 1st Birthday Party - 12 Top Do's and Don'ts
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Your baby is turning one and that's worth celebrating! But how do you make sure that your baby's first birthday party is a wonderful time for both you and him? These top 12 do's and don'ts will point you in the right direction.


  • Graduation Party Favors - How Choosing the Right Favors Can Help You Keep in Touch With Your Friends
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] A great graduation party has good food, lots of friends and non-stop music. But don't forget the party favors. Did you know that choosing the right graduation party favors, can help you keep in touch with your friends long after the celebration?


  • Class Reunion Favors - How to Choose the Best Souvenirs For Your High School Reunion Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Reunion favors are an important little finishing touch to your class reunion party. They serve as souvenirs of the wonderful time shared with old high school friends. Here are some ideas to help inspire you to find just the right reunion favors for your old class.


  • Save the Date Cards For Your Bar Mitzvah - Do You Really Need Them?
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Bat mitzvah and bar mitzvah save the date cards are a relatively new concept. They have increasingly grown in popularity over recent years. But isn't an invitation enough? Do you really need to send out bar mitzvah save the date cards, too?


  • Graduation Invitations - 7 Things You Should Know Before You Send Invites to Your Graduation Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] It's time to plan a great graduation party. One of the things you'll have to consider is graduation invitations. Here are 7 things you should know about graduation invites that will help you make the right choice.


  • First Holy Communion Invitations - Guide to Finding the Best Invites to Your Child's Communion Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If your child is going to receive their first holy communion, you're probably planning a party to celebrate. Of course, you'll want to pick out communion invitations. But they don't have to be ordinary or cost a lot. Instead, you can send first communion invitations that are both inexpensive and unique keepsakes. Here's some tips.


  • Winter Party Ideas - 16 Tips to Warm Up the Winter With a Wonderful Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] It's a long cold winter, but it doesn't have to be boring, too. Beat the blahs with a warm winter party. If you're looking for inspiration for a big occasion in January or February or just a casual get together, here are sixteen ideas to get you started.


  • Time Capsule - Top Do's and Don'ts For Creating One at Your Next Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're looking for a fun, unique idea for your next party or celebration, then why not create a time capsule? This personalized treasure chest of current history, culture, trends and special memories is an easy and captivating activity for you and your guests. Here are the top do's and don'ts for making a personal time capsule.


  • 50th Anniversary Party - How to Use Photos to Make a Golden Anniversary Shine
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Any couple that has lasted fifty years in a solid marriage deserves an anniversary party. This is an achievement worth celebrating. And the best way to highlight a half century of life, love and memories is to showcase photos that tell the couple's story. Here are some of the best ways.


  • Photo Birth Announcement Time Savers - 6 Fast, Easy Tips
    [Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Many new parents are choosing birth announcements with photos to share the good news of their blessed event. But photo birth announcements don't have to be time consuming. They don't have to be one more complicated thing to do when your baby arrives. In fact, there are surprising stress-free ways to quickly and easily send out photo birth announcements.


  • First Birthday Party Favors - Are They Really Necessary?
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Your baby's 1st birthday party is a special event that will never be duplicated. But do you really need to include party favors in his celebration? Here are some questions with answers to help you decide.


  • Baby Baptism Party Ideas - How to Personalize Your Baby's Christening With Photos
    [Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] Your baby's baptism is a special and spiritual event meant to be shared with family and friends. Whether you're planning a small get together at your home after the church service or an elaborate reception to celebrate, you'll want to commemorate this important day. Here are some easy ideas you can use to personalize your baby's christening with photos.


  • 10 Thanksgiving Day Ideas For Adding More Thanks and Extra Giving to Your Family Holiday
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday full of fun, feasting, family and football. But it can also be a time to start new traditions meant to increase your family's thanks and encourage giving. Here's some simple and even fun ideas to get you started.


  • 9 Party Invitation Tips That Guarantee Guests Will Attend Your Party
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] What if you threw a party and no one showed up? Well, of course, that isn't going to happen. But with all the time, effort and money you have invested in this occasion, you want to make sure that most of the people on your guest list attend. So, that's where your party invitation comes in. It's an important party preview and should generate excitement about the upcoming event.


  • Milestone Birthday Party - How to Celebrate With a Year You Were Born Theme
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] If you're planning a party for someone who is approaching a milestone birthday year, like 40, 50, 60 or beyond, you want it to be fun and memorable. Forget the "over the hill" theme. That can be funny when you turn 30, but loses it's humor when you get closer to the top of that hill. Instead, commemorate the year the guest of honor was born with a stylish party he'll remember for years to come.


  • Party Supplies Secret - What to Buy This Christmas For Parties All Year Long
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] During the Christmas season, you may not be thinking about your parent's 50th anniversary next April or that big birthday party you're planning next summer. But the holidays are the perfect time to find an assortment of great party supplies you can use at occasions all year round. That is, if you know what to look for. Here's the top seven.


  • Smoothies and Frozen Drinks - Secrets to Making the Perfect Frosty Summer Drink
    [Food-and-Drink:Cooking-Tips] What's more refreshing than a frozen drink? If you're looking for a delicious, healthy snack your kids will love, then a smoothie is a great choice. Or if you want to serve cooling refreshments to your summer guests, then a frozen drink is a real party pleaser. But there's more to it than just tossing ingredients into a blender. Follow these secrets to making the perfect fruit smoothie or frozen drink and you'll become an expert!


  • The Best Milestone Birthday Gift - 10 Easy Tips to Create a Birthday Memory Book
    [Home-and-Family:Scrapbooking] A birthday memory book is the ultimate milestone birthday gift. To take photos and memories and put them in a "this is your life" birthday scrapbook is a thoughtful act of love that will be immensely appreciated. But what if you're creatively challenged? Does that mean you can't give this one of a kind, personalized birthday gift to that special person?


  • Great Summer Parties - 22 Hot Tips to Make Your Party the Hit of the Season
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] It's time for a great summer party. Maybe you're planning a big outdoor event, like a family reunion, garden wedding, or milestone birthday party. Or perhaps you've decided on the spur of the moment to invite a few friends over for a small get together. Here are some hot tips to turn your average summer party into a real blast.


  • Personalized Invitations and Party Favors - How to Find the Right Company to Do Your Custom Job
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] You have decided to order personalized invitations or custom favors for your upcoming special occasion. You've visited a lot of different websites and have found a seemingly endless variety of fresh, original items are available. But how do you choose the right company to produce your unique, personalized announcements, save the dates or party favors? Is there any way to determine quality and customer service before you order? Once you think you've found what you want, here are some questions to ask about the company that is offering it.


  • Choosing Wedding Favors - The Top 7 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
    [Relationships:Wedding] Choosing and giving wedding favors is a fun tradition. It's a heartfelt way to demonstrate your appreciation to your guests. And, of course, you want the perfect wedding favors for your perfect wedding. What could go wrong? Here are the top seven common wedding favor mistakes and tips to avoid them.


  • Baby Birth Announcements - 7 Unique Ways to Announce Your Baby's Birth
    [Home-and-Family:Babies-Toddler] There is no baby in the entire world quite like your baby. Your precious little newborn is a one of a kind marvel. So, why settle for ordinary birth announcements to herald the arrival of your amazing baby? Here are some ideas for creative and unique birth announcements to help you spread your extra special news.


  • Wedding Save the Date Cards - Top 7 Reasons to Send Them and When You Shouldn't
    [Relationships:Wedding] Wedding save the date cards have become fashionable in recent years. Many modern couples are choosing to send save the date announcements and their popularity continues to grow. But should you consider sending save the date cards for your wedding? Here are the top seven reasons that save the date cards might be the right choice for you.


  • Bat Mitzvah and Bar Mitzvah Save the Date Cards - Top Do's and Don'ts
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] Bar Mitzvah save the date cards can give your guests the advanced notice they need to clear their schedules and make travel arrangements. So, what do you need to know about these save the date cards? Here are the top dos and don'ts.


  • Graduation Announcements - 6 Creative Ways to Announce Your Achievement
    [Home-and-Family:Parties] A graduation is an accomplishment that deserves to be commemorated and celebrated. After all your hard work, it is only natural that you would want to share the good news of your graduation with everyone. But graduation announcements can do so much more than just list the facts of your achievement. If you're having a party, they can also serve as graduation party invitations. You can also include contact information, so that others can keep in touch with you after you leave school.


  • Thoughtful Christmas Gifts - 10 Cheap, Quick, Easy Ideas
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Do you want to give some unique Christmas gifts this year, but don't want to spend a lot of money? You can find gifts that are both cheap and thoughtful. Here are ten easy ideas for inexpensive holiday gifts that are sure to please.


  • Photo Christmas Cards - 7 Unique Ideas For This Year's Holiday Card
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Your friends, relatives and neighbors are eagerly looking forward to your annual Christmas photo cards. But how do you make this year's holiday card really fresh and original? Here are seven ideas to help you make your new photo Christmas cards stand out.


  • Family Photo Christmas Cards - 6 Smart Solutions to the Top Challenges
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Taking a great photo for the family photo Christmas card looks like it should be easy. But as any parent who has attempted this holiday ritual can tell you, it's not as simple as it looks. What you want is a unique, beautiful photo Christmas card. And what you usually get is fidgety, uncooperative kids that blink just as you're taking the picture. But don't give up and throw in the Santa hat just yet. Here are 6 easy, smart solutions to those top challenges.


  • Religious Christmas Cards - 7 Creative Ways to Share Your Christian Faith This Holiday Season
    [Home-and-Family:Holidays] Let's face it. For those of us who want to send Christian Christmas cards, there seems to be less choice than ever before. The card stores at the mall offer holiday greetings covered with glittering ornaments, Santa and lots of holly. Yet it's getting harder to find a good selection of religious Christmas cards in local shops. What can you do if you want a unique card to express your belief in the true meaning of Christmas? Here are seven creative ideas to help your share your Christian faith this Christmas season.





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