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Secrets to throwing successful parties, planning reunions, entertaining house guests and commemorating just about any special event or festive occasion. Find basics on catering, decorating for theme parties and even advice for hosting unexpected visitors. No matter what the event—debutante ball or a 50th anniversary party—eHow’s How To articles will help make your party a smashing success. eHow also offers valuable tips for developing your own personal party style, from how to be the life of the party to making a tactful exit.

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How to Throw A Blue Themed Party

By sashasweder

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Everyone has heard of the white parties that have become popular with celebrities...here is a blue party with the same idea. Food, smells, movies, decor and everything else that is blue... more »

How to Throw a Build a Bear Birthday Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Birthday parties for children are big events--parents feel like they need bigger and better parties to throw for their children. Build a Bear stores are popping up all over the country and offer affordable fun birthday parties... more »

How to Throw a Cheetah Girls Birthday Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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The Cheetah Girls is a popular band that appeals to the tween set. If you have a daughter between the ages of 8 and 12, she'll likely enjoy having a Cheetah Girls themed birthday party. This theme is easy to plan and your daughter is sure to ... more »

How to Throw a Child's Superhero Birthday Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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A superhero party is a safe choice for a child's birthday or other children's celebration. Even for children too young (or sheltered from television) to associate brand name superheroes, the idea of running around in a cape is exciting fun for ... more »

How to Throw a Clothing Swap Party

By CayteLyn

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Help you and your friends clear clutter from your closets, be kind to the environment, and have a blast! It's simple to throw a clothing swap party in few simple steps... more »

How to Throw a Dinner Party for Your Boss

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Entertaining at home is stressful enough, but throw job security into the mix and the stakes go way up. Time for an attitude adjustment-- there's no need to dread this day. Plan ahead and keep in mind that the bottom line for your guests--and ... more »

How to Throw a Gone With the Wind Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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“Gone With the Wind:" the title evokes thoughts of warm summer nights, elegant southern mansions, cool iced drinks and filling southern foods. A party with the "Gone With the Wind" theme is sure to impress if it allows guests to experience all of ... more »

How to Throw a Great Party

By subwaysurfer

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You're going through your party checklist. You've got your DJ, your Location, Your balloons and streamers, and even the right onion dip for your ruffles potato chips. But you have a nagging feeling that something is missing.... not EVERYONE likes ... more »

How to Throw a Great Summer Party

By meemee67

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You love having your freinds over but hate the idea of planning a party. Questions ring in your mind, what time, will I have enough food, is anyone allergic to anything? What about the weather? Here are ways to minimize the stress... more »

How to throw a great summer party

By branxnicole

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Do you go to other parties and just think what a drag this is? Well learn how to throw your own awesome party and entertain everyone on your guest list... more »

How to Throw a Greek Party

By shefveland

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Throwing a GREEK PARTY! Here's what you need to know to make it authentic... more »

How to Throw a Hollywood Awards Season Party

By HollyC

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There are plenty of awards shows that you can celebrate with your friends during awards season. While all of the Hollywood parties are going on and the stars are out and about, you can throw a great party for all of your friends so you can have a ... more »

How to Throw a Last Minute Cocktail Party

By lauriedesalvo

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It's Friday night. You just left work at 5:00 and your friends are coming over at 8:00 for a last minute cocktail party. Who has time to hit the grocery store, cook, straighten up, shower and be dressed to kill in a few hours? Not to worry. A ... more »

How to Throw a Low Priced Summer Kids Birthday Party

By alienangel555

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Having a party in the park is a lost art. Over the summer it is great to get outside and enjoy the warm days and sunshine. Kids love to run and play on a summer day, and there is no better time than a birthday celebration. Get outside and play!.. more »

How to Throw a New Year's Party With Little or No Money

By Lisette S

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New Year's is the one day that children can stay up late as the parents without being told that is past their bedtime. Watching the ball drop on TV can be exciting so if you want to have a couple of friends over, throwing a party shouldn't cost ... more »

How to throw a night prowler party

By MidniteWriter

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Night prowler parties, sometimes referred to as slumber parties, can be great fun. With a little planning these can go off without a hitch... more »

How to Throw a Party for Tweens

By AHermitt

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Planning a party for tweens can be a touchy undertaking. You have the issue of having uncomfortable boys and girls together. You have the undertaking of finding constructive things for them to do. You have to make sure everyone has a good ... more »

How to Throw a Pizza Making Party

By GingerJoy

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Want to throw a fun dinner party but don't want the hassle of cooking and serving fussy foods? Throw an intimate pizza making party that will save you from slaving away in the kitchen all afternoon and will act as a great form of pre-dinner ... more »

How to throw a puppy shower for your dog

By Diane Dilov-Schultheis

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Is your dog about to give birth to puppies? Are you excited about the new arrivals? Then throw your dog a puppy shower! A shower is a celebration of an impending birth. It involves delicacies, fun games and plenty of presents from loved ones. You ... more »

How to Throw a Stress-Free Kid's Birthday Party

By Maria Scinto

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Your child's birthday is probably the high point of his year, as no matter how young he is, he'll be able to figure out that all of the fuss is about him! The cake, balloons, and presents are always much appreciated, as well. The trick is in ... more »

How to throw a super bowl commercial watching party

By Diane Dilov-Schultheis

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The Super Bowl is one of the most watched events on television today. Literally millions from all over the globe tune in for it, but it is not just the game they are tuning in to see; it is the Super Bowl commercials also. These are top spots in ... more »

How to Throw a Super Bowl Party for the Neighborhood

By Rodney Southern

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A good Super Bowl party will include the entire neighborhood, and you are just the person to throw it! You have the drive, and determination, but not the information. Look no more as you have found the answers to your questions... more »

How to Throw a Super Bowl Party for Women

By Karen Cotton

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Not only men can enjoy Superbowl Sunday, so why not throw a party to celebrate it! With careful planning both you and your guests will enjoy the fun and festivities that surround the game... more »

How to Throw a Surprise Bachelor Party

By abbeyroad920

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A surprise bachelor party could be a great way for your friend to celebrate his upcoming marriage and such a party isn't particularly difficult to plan. Here is how to throw a surprise bachelor party... more »

How to Throw a Takeout Potluck

By Maria Scinto

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So you'd like to throw a party, but you just don't have the time. No time to cook, no time to prepare, and neither you nor your friends have the slightest idea what your schedules will be like more than a day or two in advance. How are you ever ... more »