Entertaining: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
A Diaper Cake
Instructions for how to make a diaper cake centerpiece for a baby shower.
Instructions for how to make a diaper cake centerpiece for a baby shower.
RSVP
The definitive explanation of the term RSVP
The definitive explanation of the term RSVP
Thank You Notes
The proper etiquette for writing thank you notes along with sample thank you notes.
The proper etiquette for writing thank you notes along with sample thank you notes.
Baby Shower Invitations
A guide to online invitations for baby showers that can be customized and personalized.
A guide to online invitations for baby showers that can be customized and personalized.
Baby Shower Cakes
You'll find recipes, ideas, and supplies for creating special cakes for the next baby shower your host.
You'll find recipes, ideas, and supplies for creating special cakes for the next baby shower your host.
Baby Shower Centerpieces
Easy ideas for baby shower centerpieces that you can make yourself, with photo examples. This one is a baby buggy basket with roses.
Easy ideas for baby shower centerpieces that you can make yourself, with photo examples. This one is a baby buggy basket with roses.
A 50th Wedding Anniversary ...
How to plan a 50th wedding anniversary party.
How to plan a 50th wedding anniversary party.
Hosting a Tea Party
How to throw an afternoon tea party with recipe suggestions and lessons in brewing the perfect pot of tea.
How to throw an afternoon tea party with recipe suggestions and lessons in brewing the perfect pot of tea.
Planning a Luau
How to plan the menu for a Hawaiian Luau.
How to plan the menu for a Hawaiian Luau.
Planning a Bridal Shower
Bridal shower options and how to plan a traditional bridal shower with menu and decoration ideas.
Bridal shower options and how to plan a traditional bridal shower with menu and decoration ideas.
Tea Sandwiches
Creative ideas for tea sandwiches that can be used at any kind of party.
Creative ideas for tea sandwiches that can be used at any kind of party.
A Housewarming Party
A party plan for hosting a Housewarming Party with recipes and menu ideas.
A party plan for hosting a Housewarming Party with recipes and menu ideas.
Bachelor Party Games
Ideas for adding extra laughs with bachelor party games.
Ideas for adding extra laughs with bachelor party games.
Planning a Pool Party
Plan your pool party with these tips for invitations, decorations, music, and the menu.
Plan your pool party with these tips for invitations, decorations, music, and the menu.
Games for Baby Showers
Games to play at baby showers.
Games to play at baby showers.
Hosting a Cocktail Party
How to host a cocktail party with party planning tips, trendy cocktail suggestions and cocktail party menu ideas with recipes.
How to host a cocktail party with party planning tips, trendy cocktail suggestions and cocktail party menu ideas with recipes.
Baby Shower Decorations
Visit here for decorating and theme ideas for baby showers.
Visit here for decorating and theme ideas for baby showers.
Potluck Parties
How to organize and potluck party with recipe suggestions.
How to organize and potluck party with recipe suggestions.
Estimating Food Quantities ...
How to plan the quantity of food you need for a party.
How to plan the quantity of food you need for a party.
Tinkerbell Birthday Cake
Photo of a Tinkerbell birthday cake submitted by a reader.
Photo of a Tinkerbell birthday cake submitted by a reader.
Ice Breakers
How to warm up your next party, group, meeting or training session with ice breakers.
How to warm up your next party, group, meeting or training session with ice breakers.
Baby Shower Food
Recipes for appetizers, drinks and desserts for the next baby shower you host.
Recipes for appetizers, drinks and desserts for the next baby shower you host.
Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
Ideas for how to throw a bachelor or bachelorette party.
Ideas for how to throw a bachelor or bachelorette party.
Murder Mystery Dinner
Guidelines on what is a murder mystery dinner party and how to host one.
Guidelines on what is a murder mystery dinner party and how to host one.
Mealtime Graces and Blessings
Meal blessings and graces that can be said before meals for various religions including Catholicism, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and Native American.
Meal blessings and graces that can be said before meals for various religions including Catholicism, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and Native American.
A Monkey Theme Party
A monkey theme party plan for kids.
A monkey theme party plan for kids.
A Menu for Afternoon Tea
A suggested menu for serving at an Afternoon Tea Party
A suggested menu for serving at an Afternoon Tea Party
Mexican Fiesta
Plan a fabulous Mexican fiesta for your next dinner party. Here are recipes, a menu, and decorating ideas for a Mexican fiesta dinner party.
Plan a fabulous Mexican fiesta for your next dinner party. Here are recipes, a menu, and decorating ideas for a Mexican fiesta dinner party.
Engagement Party
Guidelines for planning an engagement party along with a Champagne Cocktail and Hors D'oeuvres Menu.
Guidelines for planning an engagement party along with a Champagne Cocktail and Hors D'oeuvres Menu.
Write an Invitation
a simple how to on the information needed in an invitation, from your about.com guide
a simple how to on the information needed in an invitation, from your about.com guide
Etiquette of Funerals
Information on the social etiquette of rituals and traditions associated with funerals and mourning in Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam and Buddhism.
Information on the social etiquette of rituals and traditions associated with funerals and mourning in Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Islam and Buddhism.
Bruschetta Appetizers
A collection of recipes for bruschetta, an Italian appetizer that lends itself to many variations.
A collection of recipes for bruschetta, an Italian appetizer that lends itself to many variations.
Mushroom House, Ariel Cakes
Photo of a cake decorated to look like Ariel from Disney's The Little Mermaid.
Photo of a cake decorated to look like Ariel from Disney's The Little Mermaid.
Easy Baby Shower Favors
Instructions for easy to make baby shower favors.
Instructions for easy to make baby shower favors.
You Can Only Eat One of Them!
Here are two cakes made for a bridal shower, one is a centerpiece cake from towels, the other is an edible heart cake.
Here are two cakes made for a bridal shower, one is a centerpiece cake from towels, the other is an edible heart cake.
Stuffed Mushrooms
A collection of dozens of recipes for a favorite hors d'oeuvres or appetizer.
A collection of dozens of recipes for a favorite hors d'oeuvres or appetizer.
Toasts
How to make a toast for any special occasion.
How to make a toast for any special occasion.
A Greek Dinner Party
Recipes, tips, and decorating ideas for a Greek dinner party.
Recipes, tips, and decorating ideas for a Greek dinner party.
Dora the Explorer Cake
Photo of a Dora the Explorer Birthday Cake.
Photo of a Dora the Explorer Birthday Cake.
Monkey Face Cupcake
Instructions for making a monkey face cupcake for a monkey theme kids party.
Instructions for making a monkey face cupcake for a monkey theme kids party.
A Rustic Italian Dinner Party
How to host a Rustic Italian Dinner Party.
How to host a Rustic Italian Dinner Party.
Baby Shower Favors
A guide to online favors for baby showers that can be customized and personalized, along with ideas for making your own baby shower favors.
A guide to online favors for baby showers that can be customized and personalized, along with ideas for making your own baby shower favors.
Party Hors d'Oeuvres
Ideas for the easiest hors d'oeuvres and snacks you'll ever serve at your parties.
Ideas for the easiest hors d'oeuvres and snacks you'll ever serve at your parties.
Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini
Reader photo of an Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini birthday cake.
Reader photo of an Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dot Bikini birthday cake.
A Dance Party for Kids
How to host a dance and musical games party for children.
How to host a dance and musical games party for children.
New England Clambake
How to host a New England Clam Bake party.
How to host a New England Clam Bake party.
Family Reunions
Basic steps for planning your family reunion.
Basic steps for planning your family reunion.
'A Sex and the City' Party
Ladies, get your best girlfriends together for a party like the gal pals in 'Sex and the City'.
Ladies, get your best girlfriends together for a party like the gal pals in 'Sex and the City'.
Plan a Summer Barbecue
How to plan a Summer Barbecue.
How to plan a Summer Barbecue.
Ladybug Two Tier Birthday Cake
Photo of a two-tier ladybug theme birthday cake.
Photo of a two-tier ladybug theme birthday cake.
Simple Centerpieces
How to create centerpieces that are sensational and simple to create.
How to create centerpieces that are sensational and simple to create.
Golf Theme Birthday Cake
Photo of a golf theme birthday cake.
Photo of a golf theme birthday cake.
Tiered Anniversary Cake with Flowers
Reader photo of a tiered anniversary cake.
Reader photo of a tiered anniversary cake.
Children's Theme Parties
Here's a directory of dozens of theme party plans for children, beginning with Themes from A-C.
Here's a directory of dozens of theme party plans for children, beginning with Themes from A-C.
Block Party Advice
A simple guide to the steps you need to take to organize a neighborhood block party.
A simple guide to the steps you need to take to organize a neighborhood block party.
Ahoy Mateys - Plan a Pirate...
How to plan a pirate theme party menu with recipes.
How to plan a pirate theme party menu with recipes.
Celebrating Milestone Birth...
How to host a milestone birthday party celebration.
How to host a milestone birthday party celebration.
A Caribbean Theme Party
How to host a Caribbean theme party for your dinner club group.
How to host a Caribbean theme party for your dinner club group.
Charleston Shrimp and Grits
Recipe for Charleston Shrimp and Grits from A Real American Breakfast.
Recipe for Charleston Shrimp and Grits from A Real American Breakfast.
Girl Diaper Cake
Instructions for how to make a diaper cake centerpiece for a baby shower.
Instructions for how to make a diaper cake centerpiece for a baby shower.
Sweet 16
A collection of links to help you plan your daughter's Sweet 16 celebration, with ideas for menus, themes, and sources for party supplies.
A collection of links to help you plan your daughter's Sweet 16 celebration, with ideas for menus, themes, and sources for party supplies.
Planning a Beach Party
Plan a party on the beach for a little summertime fun in the sun.
Plan a party on the beach for a little summertime fun in the sun.
Sweet Sixteen Parties
Look here for lots of ideas for Sweet 16 celebrations.
Look here for lots of ideas for Sweet 16 celebrations.
50th Birthday Party Cake
Photo of a cake for a woman's 50th birthday party.
Photo of a cake for a woman's 50th birthday party.
And Baby Turns 1
How to plan a baby's first birthday party.
How to plan a baby's first birthday party.
Harry Potter Halloween Party
How to set the stage for a fun and spooky Harry Potter Halloween Party.
How to set the stage for a fun and spooky Harry Potter Halloween Party.
Mystery Parties - Kids
Everything you need to know to host a mystery party for your kid's birthday party.
Everything you need to know to host a mystery party for your kid's birthday party.
Clifford the Big Red Dog Cake
Photo of a Clifford the Big Red Dog Cake.
Photo of a Clifford the Big Red Dog Cake.
Easy Party Hors d'Oeuvres 2
More Ideas for the Easiest Party Hors d'Oeuvres you can serve.
More Ideas for the Easiest Party Hors d'Oeuvres you can serve.
Party Checklist
A checklist to make sure you're fully prepared for your party.
A checklist to make sure you're fully prepared for your party.
A Shower at the Office
This article provides guidance on planning a bridal or baby shower in the office environment.
This article provides guidance on planning a bridal or baby shower in the office environment.
Create a Diaper Wreath
How to create a diaper wreath for a baby shower or new baby gift.
How to create a diaper wreath for a baby shower or new baby gift.
Giraffe Theme Birthday Cake
Reader submitted photo of a giraffe theme birthday cake.
Reader submitted photo of a giraffe theme birthday cake.
Picnic Dinner in the Park
Tips, menu suggestions and recipes for bringing a picnic dinner to the park.
Tips, menu suggestions and recipes for bringing a picnic dinner to the park.
Lemon Centerpieces
How to make two easy, inexpensive lemon centerpieces.
How to make two easy, inexpensive lemon centerpieces.
Mommy - Daddy Trivia Game
A trivia game for a baby shower.
A trivia game for a baby shower.
Throw a Surprise Party
a simple how to on throwing a surprise party, from your about.com guide
a simple how to on throwing a surprise party, from your about.com guide
A Second Time Baby Shower
This article talks about etiquette and entertaining tips for hosting a shower for a second baby.
This article talks about etiquette and entertaining tips for hosting a shower for a second baby.
Raclette
Instructions and recipes for hosting a raclette party.
Instructions and recipes for hosting a raclette party.
Checklist for a Casual Party
A checklist for your casual party as you count down to the fun event.
A checklist for your casual party as you count down to the fun event.
An Elegant Birthday Celebra...
Recommendations for hosting an elegant birthday dinner with menu and recipes.
Recommendations for hosting an elegant birthday dinner with menu and recipes.
Guitar Birthday Cake
Reader photo of a guitar shaped birthday cake.
Reader photo of a guitar shaped birthday cake.
A Princess Party
A party plan for a little girl's princess party.
A party plan for a little girl's princess party.
A Dr. Seuss Party
Host a Dr. Seuss themed party for your kids.
Host a Dr. Seuss themed party for your kids.
Baby Shower Ideas
Reader submitted baby shower ideas.
Reader submitted baby shower ideas.
An Oktoberfest Party
How to host your own Oktoberfest party.
How to host your own Oktoberfest party.
Heart Shape, Tiered Wedding Cake
Reader submitted photo of a heart shaped, tiered wedding cake
Reader submitted photo of a heart shaped, tiered wedding cake
Chocolate Strawberry Cake
Reader submitted photo of a chocolate strawberry birthday cake.
Reader submitted photo of a chocolate strawberry birthday cake.
Water Park Theme Party
How to host your own water park theme party at home.
How to host your own water park theme party at home.
Surprise 70th Birthday Party Cake
Reader submitted photo of a 70th birthday cake.
Reader submitted photo of a 70th birthday cake.
Fondue Sets
Everything you need to know about buying a fondue set with a pot, forks and dishes.
Everything you need to know about buying a fondue set with a pot, forks and dishes.
Nachos
Nacho recipes for Cinco de Mayo, parties, after school snacks, or anytime you feel like it.
Nacho recipes for Cinco de Mayo, parties, after school snacks, or anytime you feel like it.
Recipe for Braised Lamb Shanks
Recipe for Braised Lamb Shanks from Welcome to My Kitchen by Tom Valenti
Recipe for Braised Lamb Shanks from Welcome to My Kitchen by Tom Valenti
Trends in Bridal Showers
A discussion with wedding expert Leah Ingram about the latest trends in bridal showers.
A discussion with wedding expert Leah Ingram about the latest trends in bridal showers.
Baby Word Scramble
A word scramble game for baby showers.
A word scramble game for baby showers.
Bridal Shower Towel Cake
A bridal shower centerpiece made from towels to look like a cake.
A bridal shower centerpiece made from towels to look like a cake.
Baby Shower Planning Guide
Everything you need to know to plan a baby shower.
Everything you need to know to plan a baby shower.
A Chocolate Party
Here's a plan for hosting a chocolate party for teen girls.
Here's a plan for hosting a chocolate party for teen girls.
Icebreaker for Tweens
A fun party icebreaker game for tweens that will help to get the party started.
A fun party icebreaker game for tweens that will help to get the party started.
A Guest Book to Remember
How to create a memorable guest book for a party.
How to create a memorable guest book for a party.
A Summer Dinner Party
How to host an impromptu summer dinner party.
How to host an impromptu summer dinner party.
Soccer Bikini Cake
Reader photo of a cake made to look like a soccer ball bikini.
Reader photo of a cake made to look like a soccer ball bikini.
An At-Home Kids' Party
This feature discusses hosting a party at home for your child and all the essential elements for a child's party.
This feature discusses hosting a party at home for your child and all the essential elements for a child's party.
Texas Barbecue Theme Party
Find out what Texas barbecue is really all about with ideas for planning a dinner club theme party. With decoration, music and menu ideas
Find out what Texas barbecue is really all about with ideas for planning a dinner club theme party. With decoration, music and menu ideas
Progressive Dinner Parties
Tips for organizing a progressive dinner party and a menu for a Harvest Themed Dinner Party.
Tips for organizing a progressive dinner party and a menu for a Harvest Themed Dinner Party.
Corn-on-the-Cob Necessities
Entertaining top picks for handy accessories for both preparing and serving corn-on-the-cob to your guests.
Entertaining top picks for handy accessories for both preparing and serving corn-on-the-cob to your guests.
Butterflies Birthday Cake
Reader photo of a butterflies theme birthday cake.
Reader photo of a butterflies theme birthday cake.
Octopus Cake
Reader submitted photo of an octopus birthday cake.
Reader submitted photo of an octopus birthday cake.
Outdoor Movie Party
How to plan an Outdoor Movie Night Party.
How to plan an Outdoor Movie Night Party.
Fisherman Birthday Cake
Reader submitted photo of a birthday cake with a man fishing on it. Fisherman birthday party theme.
Reader submitted photo of a birthday cake with a man fishing on it. Fisherman birthday party theme.
Pirate Theme Birthday Party Ca
Photo of a Pirate Theme birthday party cake.
Photo of a Pirate Theme birthday party cake.
Navy Pin-Up Cake
Reader photo of a 30th birthday cake with a Navy Pin-Up Girl theme.
Reader photo of a 30th birthday cake with a Navy Pin-Up Girl theme.
Butterfly Birthday Cake
Reader submitted photo of a butterfly theme birthday cake.
Reader submitted photo of a butterfly theme birthday cake.
Create a Timetable For a Party
a simple how to on creating a timetable for a party, from your about.com guide
a simple how to on creating a timetable for a party, from your about.com guide
A Great Teen Party
A tip for keeping a teenage party fun.
A tip for keeping a teenage party fun.
Purse Cake
Reader submitted photo of a purse cake.
Reader submitted photo of a purse cake.
Christmas Centerpieces
Links to instructions for creating your own Christmas centerpieces.
Links to instructions for creating your own Christmas centerpieces.
Treasure Chest Birthday Cake
Photo of a Treasure Chest Birthday Cake made for a child's party.
Photo of a Treasure Chest Birthday Cake made for a child's party.
Ladybug Cake with Cupcakes
Reader photo of a ladybug birthday cake with cupcakes for a two year old birthday party.
Reader photo of a ladybug birthday cake with cupcakes for a two year old birthday party.
Checkerboard Cake
Photo of a cake that looks like a checkerboard.
Photo of a cake that looks like a checkerboard.
Coconut Shrimp
A collection of recipes for coconut shrimp, a favorite hors d'oeuvres or appetizer.
A collection of recipes for coconut shrimp, a favorite hors d'oeuvres or appetizer.
Scuba Diver Cake
Reader submitted photo of a scuba dive theme birthday cake.
Reader submitted photo of a scuba dive theme birthday cake.
Tinkerbell Cupcakes Cake
Reader submitted photo of Tinkerbell Cupcakes Cake.
Reader submitted photo of Tinkerbell Cupcakes Cake.
The Classic July 4th Barbecue
A classic American menu for a July 4th barbecue.
A classic American menu for a July 4th barbecue.
Singleville Bridal Shower Cake
Reader photo of a bridal shower cake.
Reader photo of a bridal shower cake.
Big Top of Hope Cake - View 1
Photo of Contest-Winning Big Top Of Hope, Circus Theme Cake
Photo of Contest-Winning Big Top Of Hope, Circus Theme Cake
Halloween Decorating
Decorating ideas for creating a scary and fun Halloween party.
Decorating ideas for creating a scary and fun Halloween party.
A WWE Theme Party
Host a WWE, professional wrestling theme birthday party for your child.
Host a WWE, professional wrestling theme birthday party for your child.
Eiffel Tower Theme Cake
Reader submitted photo of a Bon Voyage Eiffel Tower theme cake.
Reader submitted photo of a Bon Voyage Eiffel Tower theme cake.
Fondant Flowers Birthday Cake
Reader photo of a first birthday cake made with fondant flowers.
Reader photo of a first birthday cake made with fondant flowers.
Australian Theme Party
All the for hosting an Australian theme party for watching the summer Olympics in Sydney 2000.
All the for hosting an Australian theme party for watching the summer Olympics in Sydney 2000.
Kids Birthday Party Favors
Party favors for kids birthday parties.
Party favors for kids birthday parties.
A High School Musical Party
How to host a Disney Channel High School Musical Theme Party.
How to host a Disney Channel High School Musical Theme Party.
Plan a Strawberry Tea Party
Menu, recipes and decorating ideas for a strawberry tea party.
Menu, recipes and decorating ideas for a strawberry tea party.
A Back-to-School Party
Getting the Kids Ready with a Back-to-School Party.
Getting the Kids Ready with a Back-to-School Party.