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5 Budget-Tips for Summer Parties

Entertaining on a budget isn't as impossible as it may seem. We've got 5 easy to follow tips for hosting summer parties without breaking bank.

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Ice Cream Desserts for a Summer Party

Cool off at your summer party with some sweet and creamy ice cream desserts. Sure, spending your summer night eating out of the carton may seem like a good idea, but try one of these decadent recipes instead. You will enjoy your food so much more!

Ice Cream Tartufo

Ice Cream Crunch Cake

Pizcookies - Cookie and Ice Cream Dessert

S'Mores Ice Cream Dessert

Watermelon Ice Cream Cake

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All About Gingham! 10 Ways To Incorporate It Into Your Party

Add a little (or a lot) of gingham to your next party with these 10 fun DIY and decor ideas for summer parties!

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15 Pop Culture Dads We Love

TV and movie dads abound, but we've found 15 of our favorites. Some of them are classics you'd expect to show up here, others may surprise you with an appearance - either way they're all dads we admire!

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National Best Friend Day & Hollywood Besties

June 8th is "National Best Friend Day" but since we celebrate our friends year round, we thought a fun way to commemorate the holiday would be to share this gallery chock full of celeb besties. Bet you'll be more than a little surprised at some of these buds!

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Summer, Sex & Sweets - Celebrate National Wine Day

OK, so summer doesn't officially start until June, but we like to think of Memorial Day as the unofficial launch to the season. This year, National Wine Day is May 25th so we're kicking off Memorial Day weekend with a glass. Here's five reasons you should celebrate, too!

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Happy Father's Day to the Man who Chose to be my Dad

It is one thing to be a father by circumstance, but quite another to be one by choice - Michele Anderson's dad is one man who chose to be a dad when he didn't have to. The story of her relationship with her dad is touching and truly heartwarming, a perfect read for this time of year!

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5 Tips to Keep Your Yard Party Ready

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Simple Centerpieces

KISS hard work goodbye! These simple centerpieces for summer are dainty, pretty and perfect for a summer table. Depending upon your design and the flowers you use, you can create a look for just about any party.

Gifts for Dad

5 Simple Gift Ideas Dad Will Love

Father's Day is June 17th and if you're stuck on what to get dad it's probably because you're over thinking it. Dads are easy to please - just think with your stomach. We've got a five ideas guaranteed to succeed at letting dad know how much you love him!

Easy Embroidered Cards Craft for Kids

Homemade Flavored Sugar Craft for Kids

Easy & Nutty Gift Idea for Dads

Chocolate Covered Bacon

Decoration

Three Easy Summer Tables, Seasonal Centerpieces and Place Settings

Summer decorations are meant to brighten a room and your mood. We used three particular themes - nautical, beach inspired and playful fun - to create completely different tables that shout summer.

Whimsical Summer Table Setting

White on White Summer Table

Sunflower Summer Table Setting

Playlist

Top Overplayed Summer Party Songs

Some summer party playlists have songs that have become so overplayed. We gathered list of songs you should avoid if you're looking to play summer party songs that aren't so clichéd!

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Summer Memories of Chasing Fireflies

Summertime means staying outdoors and enjoying longer days, but kids will really love being outside when the sun disappears and the fireflies appear. Here, a story of summer fun and memories of a kids activity that never required a screen - just a mason jar.

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Tips For Throwing A Tented Event

Summer parties are often held under the wide expanse of a tent. If you're planning a big party outdoors and plan to prevent unwanted weather interference with a tent, consider these tips from Celebrations and Party Planning Expert Shawn Rabideau to make sure it looks as fabulous as it does functional.

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Summer Party Planning in 5 Simple Steps

Summer parties are all about fun so why stress out when you're planning your soiree? Follow these 5 simple steps for summer party planning to ensure a stress-free process that optimizes the fun factor.

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Fun Ideas For Summer

Personalize Your Party with Stamps

Cute Ways to Decorate Your Summer Picnic

Glow Stick Summer Party Ideas

Featured Spring Cocktail

Traditional Margarita with a Twist

Booze-O-Meter

Use this helpful calculator to find out just how many party beverages you need!

Do it Yourself

Make Your Own Spiked Maraschino Cherries

Make this Pomegranate Sangria Recipe