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Holiday Entertaining Budgeting Tips

The holidays can be a magical time of the year. Sometimes with all of the festivities from the holidays it can take a strain on your wallet. Yet, not to worry because not everything that has to do with the holidays has to be an expensive drain on you. There are plenty cost effective ways to ... continue reading...

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.Thanksgiving Entertaining: Thoughtful Gifts For The Host

Receiving an invitation to Thanksgiving dinner is a wonderful thing. Not only do you get a chance to reconnect with family and friends over traditional holiday dishes, but – let’s be honest – you don’t have to do the cooking. However, it is important that you remember to thank your hosts for their ... continue reading...

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Holiday Entertaining: Preparing for Overnight Guests

The holidays are right around the corner. Before you know it, we’ll be attending parties, whipping up once-a-year feasts, and hosting our family and friends. If you’re opening your home to overnight guests this year, listen up. We have a few super easy tips to help you handle holiday entertaining ... continue reading...

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Fall Entertaining: Throwing A Festive Dinner Party

If there is such a thing as the perfect time to throw a dinner party, autumn is it. The cooler weather practically begs us to spend evenings inside gathered around a table full of warm food and lively conversation. Plus, the season’s natural colors provide the perfect palette for autumn decorative ... continue reading...

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Summer Entertaining: Planning The Perfect Picnic

These days, it seems like the only people who go on picnics are fictional characters in romantic comedies. Well, no more! We’re here to bring the trend back. Picnicking is a great go-to activity whether you need to keep the kids busy on a summer afternoon or date night inspiration that’s sure to ... continue reading...

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Summer Entertaining: How to Plan a Casual Cocktail Party

Summer entertaining should be synonymous with cocktail party because the two make such a great pair. Your friends are excited for the excuse to socialize, beautiful skies make the perfect party backdrop, and there’s a plethora of fresh, seasonal ingredients just waiting to be integrated into an ... continue reading...

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Fourth of July Entertaining: Patriotic Gifts for the Host

If you will be spending this Fourth of July swimming in a friend’s pool or enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of a family barbecue it is the perfect time to think of bringing a gift. Regardless of where you end up, one thing’s for sure: You don’t want to show up empty handed. Below are some hostess ... continue reading...

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Summer Entertaining: How to Throw a Hawaiian Party

Aloha. That’s how you greet your guests when you host a Hawaiian themed party. The tropical theme conjures up images of being on an island, and you can create the atmosphere with the right preparations. Also referred as Luau party, it is easy to organize as long as you have the right decorations, ... continue reading...

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Summer Entertaining: Tips for Throwing the Perfect Clam Bake

For those who grew up in New England, summer clambakes are a time-honored tradition. You gather your friends and family, grab some fresh seafood, cook out on the shoreline, and enjoy your time together. However, even if you don’t hail from that area, you can still join in on the fun. Follow the tips ... continue reading...

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Easy Summer Entertaining Ideas: Hostess Gifts

Warmer temperatures are often synonymous with an influx of invitations to fun summer parties or you hosting them. Weekends become packed with barbecues, pool parties, trips to someone’s beach house. It only makes sense to take your friends up on their offers. However, you don’t want to show up empty ... continue reading...

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Easy Outdoor Entertaining Tips

Warm weather in the spring inevitably conjures up ideas of backyard barbecues, pool parties, and dinner with friends out on the patio. Sunshine and fresh air are bound to put your guests in a sociable mood. But following these outdoor entertaining tips will ensure that your house is the place to be ... continue reading...