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Whether planning a casual dinner or a gala event, you can always use tips on how to make your event a seamless success. Our experts share their ideas on planning everything from a casual dinner to a black tie event.

How To Create a Pirate Costume

 
 
 
 
 
November 6, 2006
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By Casey Nicholson
So you are looking to dress up like a pirate!? It isn't any surprise with all the recent success of pirate movies and memorabilia! Creating a pirate costume is fun and incredibly...

How To Host a Successful Black and White Party

 
 
 
 
 
October 3, 2007
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By Melissa S
This article will give you plenty of party planning tips to host a successful black and white party. It will offer ideas for decorations, food, music and anything else to help...

How To Observe Funeral Etiquette

 
 
 
 
 
June 12, 2006
By Deborah Ng
Funerals call for tact and sensitivity.  It's especially important to be on one's best behavior and not act in a manner upsetting to the bereaved.   Upon receiving the sad news,...

How To Throw a Great Housewarming Party

 
 
 
 
 
May 21, 2006
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By Andrea Hermitt
Moving into a new and larger home can often give the new occupants an empty feeling. The house literally feels empty. A housewarming party will fill the house with family and...

How To Use Proper Etiquette

 
 
 
 
 
June 14, 2006
By Deborah Ng
Volumes of books have been written on the subject of etiquette. There are proper ways to conduct oneself when attending a social function, religious ceremony, social event or meal....

How To Set a Table

 
 
 
 
 
July 3, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
An elegant table setting can make your dining room or special occasion radiant. Spending a few moments on table presentation will allow you to create a soothing atmosphere for...

How To Choose Dinner Party Music

 
 
 
 
 
February 28, 2008
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By Susan Keeping
One of the most important elements of a dinner party is the music. Choosing the right music can make the difference between a successful dinner party and an unsuccessful one.

How To Clean Tarnish from Sterling Silver

 
 
 
 
 
February 12, 2008
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By Alicia Donatone
Whether it is sterling silverware or another sterling silver object, try these methods for cleaning and reviving your tarnished ware back to a glorious glint! Try these non-toxic...

How To Use Chopsticks

 
 
 
 
 
February 7, 2008
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By Linda Mattoli
Chopsticks are two thin sticks, usually made of wood, used by many oriental cultures as our fork. Learning how to use them is not as difficult as it seems, but you are going to...

How To Throw a Hollywood Theme Party

 
 
 
 
 
January 30, 2008
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By Melissa S
Try spicing up your boring weekend routine by hosting a fabulous Hollywood themed party.
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