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Party Ideas helps make entertaining family and friends easy by providing hacks, DIY projects, and general inspiration for holiday parties, birthday parties, family reunions, baby showers, and more.
You'll find everything from delicious recipes to feed a crowd to cute themed decoration ideas. If you're on a tight budget, we regularly offer money-saving suggestions to help you celebrate without breaking the bank.
Our goal is to take the stress out of the party planning process so you're able to focus on having fun with your guests!
Cute packaging can turn small treats into festive party favors. These free printable Halloween treat boxes would be perfect for passing out M&Ms, candy corn, trail mix, pretzels, or popcorn. Head over to Moms and Crafters for your free download … Read More...
These mummy cookies are perfect for Halloween, although I suppose one could argue that they’re almost too cute to eat! The cookies are made with pumpkin puree and sprinkled with a cinnamon sugar blend to add extra sweetness. The recipe … Read More...
Homemade caramel apples are absolutely delicious all on their own, but these candy apple monsters are almost too cute to eat! Polka Dot Chair shows you how to use paper straws, candy eyeballs, and candy melts to turn plain caramel … Read More...
Today is my birthday! In honor of this occasion, head over to Mental Floss to check out their list of 11 Cakes Inspired by Comic Book Characters. As an avid Wonder Woman collector, the Wonder Woman ones are obviously … Read More...
If the arrival of pumpkin spice is one of your favorite things about fall, why not celebrate with a pumpkin-spice themed party? There are lots of fun ideas in this roundup from Domestically Blissful, including pumpkin spice stationery to use … Read More...
Although I’m not a huge fan of the taste of candy corn, I love how colorful it is. That’s why these printable candy corn favor boxes are perfect. Download, print, and assemble — then fill them with the delicious candy … Read More...
I just added two more Crock-Pots to my collection, thanks to my mother’s recent decision to clear out her kitchen. So, I was thrilled to find this list of 18 perfect party snacks you can make in a slow cooker. … Read More...
If you’re a football fan on a tight budget, Catch My Party has a great collection of frugal yet festive game day party ideas. There are free party printables, DIY decor suggestions, appetizer ideas, and more. Click here for the … Read More...
Even though I’m not much of a drinker, I do appreciate artfully presented cocktails. There are some amazing drinks in this HGTV slideshow, including a Black Devil Martini, Zombie Slime Shooters, Pumpkin Spice Punch, Milky Way Martini, and more. … Read More...
S’mores are the perfect fall party food. They’re cheap, easy to make, and universally appealing. But, the basic combo can get a little boring. This fun list of suggestions from Citrus and Cream will add a little pizzazz to your … Read More...
I’m loving this roundup of 15 fantastic Halloween party games from Babble. My family’s Halloween party is a cherished annual tradition, but I’m always struggling to come up with suitable entertainment for the kids. The “Pop the Pumpkin” game in … Read More...
Contrary to popular belief, you’re not out of luck if your cake decorating skills are minimal. You might have to forgo the fondant, but you can still create an impressive party cake with a lollipop border, edible glitter sparkles, Twizzler … Read More...
This vintage inspired apple picking party looks like a wonderful way to celebrate the arrival of fall with your family and friends, serving mini apple pies and fresh apple cider as you savor the season. It would also be a … Read More...
If you have a fire pit in your backyard, consider inviting friends over for an outdoor party and passing out DIY S’mores kits that include a wet wipe to take care of messy hands once the treat is done. This … Read More...
If you’re looking to feed a group of football fans, there are some tasty recipes in this roundup. From football shaped meatloaf and football pizza pockets to Nutella chocolate football truffles and chocolate dipped strawberry footballs, there’s something for everyone … Read More...
Photo booths are rapidly becoming a party must-have, but you don’t need to spend a lot of time or money creating the perfect backdrop. This cute pinwheel backdrop was made using sheets of double-sided 12 x 12 scrapbook paper. This … Read More...
Fall is my favorite time of year and I love Halloween. If you’re planing a celebration, you’ll definitely want to bookmark this roundup of Halloween decor hacks from The 36th Avenue. There are DIY decor ideas suitable for both children … Read More...
Halloween isn’t just for kids. Take your party up a notch this year and host a Murder Mystery themed party. There are so many ways you can take this party, and these 7 ideas are here to help you get … Read More...
If you’re convinced tailgating is the best part of fall, you’ll love this list of 20 football parties. This great roundup has ideas for football fans of all ages, whether you’re planning a child’s football-themed birthday party, celebrating a high … Read More...
Please tell me I’m not the only one who buys twice as much Halloween candy as I need. If you suffer from a sweet tooth as well, you’ll love this clever Halloween party favor idea. Fill a latex glove with … Read More...