The second of a six-part series about Party Planning basics continuing with how to choose a party venue.

How to host a Mardi Gras brunch party including what to serve, how to decorate, and how to execute.

A sponsored post by Compendium. How I used their pop-open cards in handmade valentines to add a special treat.

The first of a six-part series about Party Planning basics starting with how to choose a party theme.

An overview of my process for making an engagement card, a thank you card, and a baptism card.

An overview of 10 things I would do again and 5 lessons learned from my Disney-themed movie watching 28th birthday party.

Interviews with 12 hostesses to learn more about how they got started, tips and tricks, their party hosting styles, and more.

An overview of one girl’s Italian-American Christmas Eve and the seven Fishes (and courses) that come with it.

A breakdown of how to use the stuff you already have around your house to set the table for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

A breakdown of the step-by-step process to make three handmade greeting cards: a thank you card, a birthday card, and a congratulations card.

How I used a Creativiu Cake Decorating Class to make my first multi-level, multi-tier, fondant-covered cake.

12 gifts for your nerdy, outdoorsy friends for the holidays or their birthdays.

The biggest addition to the party this year was a spiked hot chocolate bar. They’re all the rage on Pinterest these days.

A step-by-step guide to getting your holiday cards out the door.

How I used Uncommon Goods ornaments in a holiday party favor bag.

Quick tips from Sarah at smoorelovin about making the decorations for your next party fantastic.

An analysis of chai lattes in Philadelphia by spicedness, spiciness, and sweetness.

The story of 3 greeting cards: an engagement party card, thinking of you card, and a baby boy congratulations card.

The story of three greeting cards and how they were made including a thank you card, a thanks so much card, and a you go girl card.