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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 Host a Soup Party

By April Hall

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There’s nothing more heart- and belly-warming in the winter than a bowl of soup. But those same old recipes can become a little repetitive in a couple of months, so why not cull all of your friends' concoctions?.. more »

How to Host a Stationary Swap

By julz49221

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Ever tried to write a letter or send a thank you note and you realize you are using the same letterhead that you used last time? Instead of going out and buying an array of expensive stationary, why not gather your crafty friends around and host ... more »

How to Host a Tea Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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A tea party is perfect for many special occasions, from bridal showers and baby showers to garden parties and holiday gatherings. Tea parties can be formal or casual. The most important part of planning a tea party is being a gracious host and ... more »

How to Host a Television Show Finale Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Your favorite television show is ending its run, and you're going to miss it terribly. However, instead of mourning during the final episode, throw a finale party for your friends instead. With a little creative planning, you can send your ... more »

How to Host a Texan Ranch Style Party

By julz49221

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Host a Texan Ranch theme party with Texas-inspired food, music and decor. Awe your guests with your sense of style and Texan flair. They will leave feeling as if they just visited an authentic Texas Ranch... more »

How to Host a Themed Charity Ball

By objection21

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If you've always wondered how you can do your part to help a great cause, wonder no more. Hosting a charity ball allows you to combine two of your favorite things: having a party and helping people in the process. Throwing a themed charity ball ... more »

How to Host a Vegas Night Theme Party

By julz49221

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Gather friends for a night of Vegas fun and excitement with a Vegas theme party! This one is sure to please young and old!.. more »

How to Host an Easy and Fun Board Game Party

By tlperl

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If your friends are both filled with useless information and as competitive as mine are, why not throw a game party? It's easy, fun, there's plenty of guest interaction built in and you don't have to worry about entertainment... more »

How to Host an Indoor Champagne Picnic

By Allana Baroni

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Everyone loves a picnic, but when summer is in the rear view mirror it’s hard to find a grass patch and nice weather to pitch a quilt on. You don’t have to give up on the concept though, just tweak the party toward the indoors... more »

How to Host an Inside Outdoor Theme Party

By julz49221

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Are the wintertime blues bringing you down? Or maybe you have a backyard barbecue planned for the weekend, but you are getting rained out? Maybe you are looking for something different to do for your next get together? Why not try bringing the ... more »

How to Host an NHL Playoff Tailgate Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Tailgating is not only for football games. The NHL Playoffs are a great excuse for a tailgating party. Pack up a cooler of drinks, a container of something warm, your barbecue grill, and plenty of blankets. Arrive early and make the most of your ... more »

How to Hot Potato Baby Shower Game

By expertvillage

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Learn the hot potato game, a fun couples game for coed baby showers - free video. .. more »

How to Join a Children's Book Group

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Reading is an essential part of a child's education and intellectual development. As a parent or educator, you'll want to provide every opportunity for your children or students to be exposed to the wonders of the written word--from cradle to ... more »

How to Live a Juicy Summer

By Allana Baroni

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Since warm weather is no longer a fantasy, it’s time to confirm that your summer party style is living up to your dream. The trick to turning your vision into reality is to inject the word “simple” into your vocabulary. Keep the level of fun at ... more »

How to Look Good at Your High School Reunion

By Michael Deaton

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So your high school reunion is a mere weeks away, but you haven't really amounted to squat. Well, it happens. You may not have become Joe Successful, but THEY don't have to know! Here's what you do... more »

How to Make a Cascading Calla Lily Bouquet

By Afloral

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Sandy from Afloral.com shows you how to make a cascading calla lily bouquet... more »

How to Make a Foam Machine

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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For your party you sometimes want to do a little something extra. Imagine an evening of dancing in "clouds" made of foam. You can create the effect with easily available materials. With a little practice and a few precautions, you can make a foam ... more »

How to Make a Gag Cigarette to Scare Your Friends

By michaelgavin

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For years people have been pulling all sorts of pranks on each other. One of the more classic pranks is that of the gag cigarette. Basically these are tampered with cigarettes that have small snappers (harmless firecrackers) inside of the tip. ... more »

How to Make a Harpo Marx Costume

By E111081

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Harpo Marx was truly a unique and funny performer. Harpo and his three brothers made movies that are timelessly funny. Although Harpo performed without ever saying a word, his talent spoke volumes. Harpo's costume is one of his trademarks. It can ... more »

How to Make a Paper and Cloth Wide-Brimmed Lady's Bonnet for Tea Parties

By LesleyBarker

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Who doesn't love wearing a big hat at a ladies' tea party? With some inexpensive cotton print cloth, a stapler, a piece of ribbon and a poster board each of your guests can create a terrific fashion statement. The unique hats become nice ... more »

How to Make a Semi-Homemade Comfort Meal

By GingerJoy

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When the weather is chilly outside and you're inviting guests in from the cold, serve them warm, comforting food that will make them forget that they've had to travel through the winter at all! Read on to learn how... more »

How to Make a Sewing Kit Party Favor

By milenna

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Sewing kits make great parting gifts or party favors for wedding and bridal shower celebrations, since most of the time these parties are for women. A sewing kit is a helpful item to have in your purse, car or travel bag. Giving something your ... more »

How to Make a Taco in a Bag

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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This is a fun lunch activity for a kid's party. It involves little bags of chips which kids love, and taco meat and vegetables which parents want the kids to eat. Combine the two things and you have a food the kids will eat and also have a great ... more »

How to Make a Watermelon Ribbon Basket

By Sondrac

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Create this Watermelon Basket, fill it with all types of delicious fruit and set it on the table as a centerpiece. Great for kids parties, or card parties with friends... more »

How to Make an Eeyore Costume

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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The mopey donkey Eeyore is one of the most well-known and loved Winnie the Pooh characters. Eeyore costumes can be used for costume parties, Halloween or Pooh stage productions. Since Disney helped make the character popular, there are plenty of ... more »