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Case Studies
March 2023

Amsterdam Cocktail Party: Guests from Kazakhstan to Zimbabwe

One critique that I’ve heard is that only Americans can have parties with icebreakers. Does The 2-Hour Cocktail Party wo…

Party Supplies
March 2023

50+ Anything But a Cup Ideas for Your Next Party

What Is an Anything but a Cup Party? An anything but a cup party is exactly what it sounds like: guests are challenged t…

Tutorials
March 2023

Company Happy Hour: Why, How, and Tips

Hosting a happy hour for your employees, clients, and vendors will boost morale. It is also a fun excuse to bring people…

Party Supplies
March 2023

7 Things You Need for A Party

Hey! Your party is coming up, or you’re planning for one soon. What are the top things that you need to make your party…

Case Studies
March 2023

How to Host a Successful Book Swap

The only thing better than reading a great book is sharing and discussing it with others. My friend Marcus decided to ho…

Tutorials
March 2023

How to Host a Good Swap Party: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

Swap parties are great events to get your friends together and exchange items they no longer need or want with others. T…

Invitations
March 2023

The 2026 Guide to Free Evite Alternatives: Find Your Perfect Fit

If you've sent an Evite recently, you may have noticed something: your guests aren't always getting it. Or they're getti…

Invitations
February 2023

Evite vs. Paperless Post: Which Digital Invitation Platform is Better in 2026?

Trying to decide between Evite and Paperless Post for your next event? In 2026, digital invitations are the default for…

Tutorials
February 2023

Where to Have a Party: 12 Places Ranked From Best to Worst

I rank the 12 best places to have a party, from your own home to a rented rooftop, and tell you honestly which ones work…

Tutorials
January 2023

7 Community Event Ideas

The sense of belonging to a community is a very basic human desire that increases happiness. And the best possible way t…

Tutorials
January 2023

42 Cocktail Party Ideas

Cocktail gatherings offer an excellent opportunity to foster meaningful connections. They're not only straightforward to…

Invitations
January 2023

How To Create a Cocktail Party Invitation: Examples & Templates

An invitation is the first impression that your great guest will have of your event. This means that having a great cock…