Eat, drink & go broke
Forget Martha Stewart and Paula Deen. This year, kick back and treat yourself and your loved ones to a Gonzo-style holiday.
View ArticleBirth month guide to flowers
Though most popular in the Victorian period, the symbolic use of flowers to send coded messages dates back to antiquity. It's a language based on a combination of Chinese, Middle Eastern, Greek and...
View ArticleHow to make a Mother's Day gift basket
Nothing says "love" like handmade. Just as you cherish the coffee-filter flowers, button bracelets and pop-top necklaces your kids lovingly craft for you, your own mom will treasure anything you take...
View Article15 Ways to honor mom this Mother's Day
Just because you can't afford to buy her diamond jewelry or a Cartier watch doesn't mean you don't love your mom. If you're looking for a special way to honor the most important woman in your life this...
View ArticleFive Mother's Day party ideas to make mom feel special
This Mother's Day, instead of long lines, overworked servers and mediocre restaurant food, why not pamper Mom with a party at home? The experience will be far more personal — and memorable — than any...
View ArticleFive ways to avoid stress during the holidays
The holiday season is full of joy and beauty -- but high expectations and pressure to create the ideal holiday celebration can lead to anxiety, stress and eventual burnout.
View ArticleUnwind after the holidays: 8 Spa treatments
The in-laws are gone, but your holiday headache persists, and the closest you've come to a facial in months is the steam from the dishwasher. Don't look now, but it's spa time!
View ArticleHoliday entertaining made easy
Experienced hostesses agree: Planning is the key to successful holiday entertaining with a minimum of stress.
View Article8 Holiday entertaining ideas
Whether your guest list includes dozens of family and friends or just a few neighbors, holiday entertaining can be as formal or casual as you wish. Just alert everyone ahead of time if the party is kid...
View ArticleCelebrating milestone birthdays
If someone in your life is facing a milestone birthday, consider throwing one of these memorable theme parties.
View ArticleShould you theme a birthday party?
Besides being a wonderful way to boost a child's self-esteem and create fond memories, birthday parties also can take a toll on parents' finances, time and mental health.
View ArticleTheme parties for adults
Kids aren't the only ones who like to dress up and pretend. Hosting an adult theme party requires some extra thought and planning, but it can pay off with a truly memorable occasion. Try one or these...
View ArticleKids' birthday party budgets
With careful preparation and a dash of creativity, you can throw a party the kids will love, and they won't even notice you did it on the cheap.
View ArticleSurprise party tips
Pulling off a surprise party takes skill, organization, stealth and a lot of luck.
View ArticleBudget-friendly party decorations
Here are a few tips on decorating for a party with warmth and welcome without demolishing your budget.
View ArticleShould you hire a party planner?
Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, birthday, wedding or family reunion, you'll enjoy the party more and stress less if you hire a professional planner to manage the gory details.
View Article5 Surprise party spoilers
Ensure your celebration is a success -- and stays a secret -- by avoiding these all-too-common spoilers.
View ArticleChoosing a birthday party theme
Theme birthday parties are fun for kids. If you have a child from three to ten years of age, the question is which theme to choose.
View ArticleValentine's Day survival guide for single ladies
It's that time again -- that special, incredibly annoying day dedicated to cheesy romance, gooey candy, expensive flower arrangements and goofy plush toys plastered with big red hearts. Here's how to...
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