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Set for Success: Setting Your Table Like a Pro
The hour is nearing, the caterer is cooking, and your dinnerware rentals have arrived. You look at the crates and boxes of fancy plates and shiny silverware and find yourself asking, “Where does all this go?” If this sounds like you, don’t fret. If you have never hosted a formal dinner before, it’s only natural
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When Time Is against You: 5 Last Minute Event Planning Mistakes to Avoid
There are numerous reasons why you might want or need to plan an event at the last minute. Maybe the original planner fell through and needed you to step in. Maybe unforeseen circumstances have pushed an event forward. Or maybe you just impulsively decided to host a house party on a random Tuesday night. Whatever
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A Beginner’s Guide to Drinkware: How to Choose the Right Glass for Your Event
If you are not well-versed in the world of drinks and drinkware, the sheer number of different glass types can be overwhelming. While the names of some glasses are self-explanatory, like the wine glass, the purpose of other glasses, like a lowball glass or Collins glass, are not immediately clear. If you are planning to
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Sandy Destinations: What to Consider When Planning a Beach Wedding
Standing in the midst of nature’s beauty often brings forth feelings of tranquility, vulnerability, connection, and mindfulness. A common backdrop where this is especially true is a beach overlooking the rolling waves of a vast ocean. Is it any wonder people flock to the nearest coast to celebrate their vacation, their graduation, and especially their
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Fair Foods to Make at Home
The first American state fair was held in Syracuse, New York, in 1941. Since then the annual event has spread across the states, entertaining the masses with its competitions, rides, and iconic fair foods. If you have ever willingly paid $8 for fresh lemonade or $12 for a giant corn dog, you probably understand how