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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 Play Spin the Bottle at a Tween Sleepover

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Finding age-appropriate games for children to play at a sleepover can be somewhat challenging. However, a simple solution to this problem is to substitute the inappropriate aspects of more popular games with suitable alternatives. Try this ... more »

How to Pretend Your Pillow is Your Man

By airesflora

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You've just experienced a breakup and you aren't ready to venture out there yet. Maybe your man is overseas and you miss him. Do you find sleeping in that bed alone is overwhelming? Here are some tips to help you deal with those feelings and ... more »

How to rescue your elderly Aunt from senility(disorientation) using "dinner party therapy"

By parvenue

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When my 84 year old Aunt tripped over her poodle the spring of 2005 we all thought that this would be the end of her. She spent months in "Rehab" which seemed to me like a nice word for a Nursing Home. It didn't look good for her. She ... more »

How to Shop Until You Drop Without Leaving Your Chair

By Therese Haberman

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Internet shopping has become a way of life for many of us who would like to spend our time doing better things than shopping for necessities. Here are some ideas on how to be a successful, virtual shopper... more »

How to Stock A Bar On The Cheap

By Kenny Mack

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When you're having people over, but don't want to spring for top shelf alcohol for a bunch of drunks who won't know the difference after about two hours, follow these steps to make sure the party keeps going without putting too much of a drain on ... more »

How to Throw A 2007 CMA Awards Viewing Party

By poeticjourney07

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Celebrate “Country Music’s Biggest Night” by throwing a CMA Awards viewing party. I do this every year and let me say it is an evening of music, food, fun and friends!!!.. more »

How to Throw a casual wine tasting party

By Catalina42

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Ask everyone to bring an appetizer instead of a sit down dinner. It makes mingling easier and the hostess does not have to spend a lot of time planning and preparing a large meal for many guests. You will be just as full and will enjoy the ... more »

How to Throw a Dinner Party for Fussy Eaters

By KittyJ

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Have a dinner party planned, and it's a group that includes some fussy eaters? Maybe you have a vegetarian, a vegetable hater, and a guest on a low-carb diet, all in the same room? Follow these easy suggestions, and you will have no problem ... more »

How to Throw a Diva Birthday Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Diva birthday parties are perfect for little girls who want to party like rock stars. Let your little diva celebrate with her friends with a fun-filled glitzy diva party. Creating a diva birthday party is easy just follow these steps... more »

How to Throw a Father's Day Barbeque

By DawnChesbro

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Father’s day is one time to show your father that you care about him and what he does for you. This father’s day let him take center stage by throwing a barbeque in his honor. You can even let him barbeque if he wants... more »

How to throw a goddess party

By Anita Revel

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Self-empowerment doesn’t have to come through self-help books and dreary seminars. Here are some easy and fun methods for you and your girlfriends to connect with your ultimate source of power – your inner goddesses... more »

How to Throw a Healthy Super Bowl Party

By Allana Baroni

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Here’s how to get your guests horsing around and snacking on real, tasty food for the Super Bowl, instead of embracing couch potato syndrome in front of the TV the entire day. I put a Super Bowl Party together for "Live with Regis and Kelly" ... 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 Party for Kids and Birds

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Even kids can fall prey to the winter doldrums. Lift their spirits - and yours - by making a Christmas tree for your neighborhood's feathered residents... more »

How to Throw a Winter Solstice Party and Bonfire

By DawnChesbro

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The winter solstice is a turning of the tides in Mother Nature’s yearly cycle. Arriving on December 22nd this year, the solstice is a time to celebrate the coming of longer and warmer days, followed by the arrival of spring. On this, the shortest ... more »

How to Throw an Elegant Dinner Party on Short Notice

By Eleonora Fatuzzo-Nord

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With less than an hour to prepare, you still want to be able to throw an elegant dinner party...and stun your guests with your culinary talent. Here's how... more »

How to Tie a Balloon Directly to a Ribbon

By abncparties

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This How-To will help shorten the time it takes to tie helium (and air) filled balloons directly to ribbons. Stop tying the balloon first and then tying the ribbon to the balloon! This method is also friendlier to the environment because it ... more »

How to accept being booed and heckled on stage

By Lucent

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No matter what stage appearance, whether your giving a formal, informal, dance or comedic presentation, no one likes being heckled or booed on stage. It can discourage you from ever attempting it again, if you don't know how to deal with it... more »

How to Advertise a Rave Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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In order to get people to come to your rave, you'll have to promote your party to the right people. You'll have to advertise your rave as much as you can afford... more »

How to Avoid Arguments at Holiday Dinners

By Eleonora Fatuzzo-Nord

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The holiday season can be depressing enough on it's own...let alone incorporating family drama and blow-out fights during a celebratory dinner. Don't fall victim to the many potential provocations...give yourself a good memory of the dinner as ... more »

How to Avoid Getting Red After Drinking Alcohol

By FlufferNutter

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Many people are prone to turning red after consuming alcohol, particularly Caucasians and Asians. There are a few easy steps you can follow to prevent this from happening and keep you looking great in those party pictures!.. more »

How to avoid long waits at the restaurant

By Stephen Carroll

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10 easy steps to avoid those dreadfully long waits at the restaurant... more »

How to Be as Cool as a Cucumber

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Being cool at all time is a very important trait. Being able to appear under control at all times is a characteristic that will draw others to you. Tightly wound or stressed out people who are always on the verge of a breakdown or flip out ... more »

How to Be Polite to Unexpected Guests

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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You've just settled down on the couch for a Saturday afternoon combination movie and nap when the doorbell rings. It's tempting to pretend you're not home, but after all, it could be the Prize Patrol. Instead, you find four friends looking for an ... more »

How to Be Socially Active

By Amelie

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How many times didn't you admit that you'd like to be more socially active? Well, first of all, you have to get rid of that lazy mood and prepare yourself for the social interaction. There are so many ways to join a social activity. Here are some ... more »