Entertaining Basics

How to host a successful party that you can enjoy too

By bethbaylor

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Hosting a successful party is not nearly as complicated as people think. A little effort can go a long way. But make sure you plan the party to be low-maintenance so you can enjoy it too!.. more »

How to Make a Decorative Ice Bowl

By 831theused

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Make this icebowl to either chill seafood dip and shrimp, pour punch, or champagne bottles, it will surprise and delight your guests or host/hostess... more »

How to Make a Napkin Rosebud

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Folding a cloth napkin into an interesting shape is a elegant way to add flair to your dinner table. The popular rosebud shape allows the napkin to stand upright on the plate and add dimension to your table setting. Make sure your napkin is free ... more »

How to Make a Professional Looking Buffet Table

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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People eat with their eyes first, and nothing looks as appetizing at a party as a professional looking buffet table. The key to making a professional looking buffet table is uniformity and attention to all the little details. Crisp white linens, ... more »

How to make easy Halloween Punch!

By SimplySab

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A really easy idea Halloween Party punch bowl idea that wil leave a big impression on your friends!.. more »

How to Make Party Place Cards

By tamkae

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These simple place cards can be printed out on your computer, and cut and decorated to achieve great results with ease... more »

How to Make Prank Paper Sandwiches

By DawnChesbro

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In this devious prank, you must have control over someone’s lunch in order for it to work. Instead of sending your victim with a normal sandwich, as they would expect, you cleverly give them an unexpected surprise when they begin to eat their lunch... more »

How to Pair Libations With Food

By ashleyanne4

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Red wine with meat, white wine with fish. That is the only thing I knew until I started reading "What to Drink with What you Eat." This book is the ultimate handbook for every entertaining and menu planning need. Follow these steps and you'll ... more »

How to Perform the Around the World Bartending Skill

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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To perform the bartending skill called Around the World, you will need to gather a few things. Take a bottle, coordination and patience and add a little practice and a couple of bruises. You'll end up getting the Around the World skill down pat ... more »

How to Pick Dinner Party Invitations

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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With any party, the invitation you send sets the mood of the event to be held. Even with a simple dinner party, you can pique your guests' interest and hint at a great party to come by selecting an invitation that is both unique and informative... more »

How to Pick Housewarming Invitations

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Invitations are your guests' first connection with your housewarming party, and they'll set the tone for the whole show. If you're planning an open house for whoever drops by, use Internet invitations or fliers. If you want to plan for attendance ... more »

How to Pick Invitations for a Stock-the-Bar Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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The whole point of a stock-the-bar party is to literally stock the bar with plenty of liquor, wine, beer and barware. With that said, it only makes sense to get the party started with liquor flavored invitations... more »

How to Pick Pool Party Invitations

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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It doesn't take too much effort to get a bunch of friends and family to come over on a nice hot day to hop in a cool, refreshing swimming pool. Even still, there are several ways to invite guests to your pool party that reflect the occasion, ... more »

How to Plan a Church Potluck Menu

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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The key with potlock is to have a variety of dishes brought by different households, to share the burden of cooking or providing food. You want to create a sign up sheet for the church members to view and post it in a common area. Then everyone ... more »

How to Plan a Formal Dinner Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Treating your friends to an evening of good conversation, fine wine and a well-prepared meal is a wonderful gesture to make. A formal dinner party can be the perfect stage for introducing new people into your circle of friends as well as the ... more »

How to Plan a Holiday Party on a Budget

By Lucinda Lynn

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Parties can be expensive, but with a little effort and creativity you can plan a nice party on a shoestring budget... more »

How to Plan a Menu for a Tupperware Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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If you're about to host a Tupperware party, then you may be wondering what food and drink you should serve your guests. After all, you'll be inviting your closest friends, family and coworkers to the party and you'll want to make sure they feel ... more »

How to Plan A Party!

By KCout

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Party planning is very detailed work, but once you have an established checklist you are half-way to success! Use this party plan checklist to relax and enjoy your next event... more »

How to Plan a Romantic Birthday Outing

By eHow Relationships & Family Editor

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Plan a romantic birthday outing to make your lover’s special day even more special. A romantic birthday outing takes you and your lover to an intimate destination--and getting there is half the fun. However, setting this special birthday treat in ... more »

How to Plan Drinks for a Pool Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Pool parties are all about fun and refreshment and the drinks you serve should be as well. The best hosts and hostesses know that the way to ensure a wonderful party is to plan for your guests' requests, and with a well-stocked refrigerator, bar ... more »

How to Plan Safe Transportation During a Pub Crawl

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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A pub crawl naturally involves excessive drinking as you make your way from bar to bar. Inevitably, people will get drunk enough that they will be unable to drive. As an organizer, you should always plan safe transportation during the crawl... more »

How to Play the Drinking Game Kings and Blood

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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This drinking game isn’t as violent as it sounds. When you play the drinking game Kings and Blood, you’ll be mostly dealing with beer. It’s a simple card game that adds a little twist to the normal routine of drinking with the buds... more »

How to Play the Drinking Game Lowman

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Lowman is a drinking game for those that feel lucky. It’s a dice game and what you drink and how much you drink is depends on what you roll. Anyone can play the drinking game Lowman, which is simple and can be picked up in a couple of minutes... more »

How to recognize the romantic meaning of flowers?

By galaxy2090

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It hasn't been once when we go to the flower shop and we want to buy a bouquet of nice, fresh cut flowers, but we hesitate from the great variety we have to choose from. Whether it is a friend or loved one, the choice of flowers, may mean a lot, ... more »

How to Recycle Baby Formula Cans

By christieo1

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Any family that has had an infant who is bottle fed knows that those empty formula cans can pile up quickly. However, what you may not know is that they have many great uses around the house and as a gift container... more »

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