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RSVPs - How to get the most responses

Frustrating! When people don't RSVP on time. We've put together a few ways to help you inspire your invitees to RSVP...

How to Invite
How to Invite

How to invite. Seems like a pretty easy thing, right? But really, it's the culmination of multiple details put in the context of the type of event...

Guest Book Ideas
Guest Book Ideas You Haven't Heard

AAre you looking for a unique guest book idea to make a lasting impression on your guests and as a keepsake for yourself...

Dress Code Guidelines

We all love to get party invitations, but we don't like the stress and confusion about what to wear. To help you choose the right attire...

My Recent Articles

  • Recipes For Kids – A Couch Potato Dessert

    Parents are always looking for great recipes for kids.  If you are having a slumber party or a movie party, a fun and easy dessert to serve are “Couch Potato” Ice Cream treats! Soften ice cream and mold it into the shape of a small potato. Afterwards, re-freeze the ice ...
  • Thor Birthday Party Ideas

    Is it time to think about kids birthday party invitations in your house?  Thor is a classic super hero character from Marvel that will soon find his own big time with a movie coming to theaters May 2011. As with all of these comic book ...
  • Easy Summer Recipes

    Summer cooking should be fun, fresh, and easy.  Send out the summer party invites and make these delicious easy summer recipes for your next gathering.   Welcome summer with good friends and serve up easy mango chicken, tomato basil skewers, and minty sun tea.  Mango Chicken  ...
  • Summer Party Games

    Summertime and the livin's easy...so get outside and play!  Spending long days and nights outdoors is one of the perks of the summer season.  Since summer party invitations are for gatherings big and small we thought we'd remind you of some great games to play outside.  You can find something to keep guests off ...
  • Sunny Summer Party Invites

    Summer is nearly here and that means entertaining season is beginning!  From bbq's to birthdays you are sure to send and receive a bounty of summer party invitations.  If you are throwing a summer soiree check out our sunny collection of summer party invitations.  You can print at ...
  • Fresh Bridal Shower Invites

    Clean, modern, fresh.  A stylish, modern bride needs deserves to have fresh bridal shower invites to complement her style.  The PurpleTrail design center allows you to create clean and fresh designs for bridal shower invites.  Add in embellishments or keep them minimal, it's up to you to create ...
  • Animal Theme Baby Boy Shower Invites

    It's a jungle out there!  Having an animal themed baby shower is great for a boy baby shower.  Browse PurpleTrail's collection of baby boy shower invites and find the right animal theme for you.  From lions, tigers, to bears, oh my! Our selection of customizable baby boy shower ...
  • Housewarming Party – Cocktail and Beverage Tips

    Throwing a housewarming is one of the best excuses to put on a gathering with friends and family. Next time you are sending out housewarming party invitations here are some tips for keeping it low-key and stress free.  It's always great to host a potluck style housewarming to take ...
  • Best Summer Songs – A Soundtrack For Sunshine

    Summer just isn't complete without great music.  As you send out your summer party invitations, check out the best summer songs - a soundtrack for sunshine.  We found some of our favorite summer songs we think you'll enjoy.  Some are old an some are new but they are definitely some ...
  • Outdoor BBQ Decoration Ideas

    Barbeque season is upon us.  First, create sensational  bbq invites to send out, then look to these easy BBQ inspired decoration ideas for your patio or deck space.  Our party experts have found some fantastic outdoor BBQ decoration ideas to help you create a fun and festive atmosphere at ...

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Lisa Kothari, party planning expert and author, has a passion for planning creative and entertaining parties! As Founder and President of Peppers and Pollywogs, a kids' party planning company, Lisa provides parents with ideas, entertainers, and interesting web-based tools to make children's party planning fun and easy! Drawing from all of her gained knowledge and her brilliant imagination, Lisa has organized her excellent tips and original ideas about throwing a wonderful celebration for any occasion onto her website and in her book: Dear Peppers and Pollywogs...What Parents Want to Know About Planning Their Kids' Parties. Her main party planning belief is that no matter the budget or amount of time a parent has, an incredible party can always be thrown, keeping children cheerful and parents stress-free during their wonderfully planned celebrations! Her passion is helping parents achieve this with minimal time and effort.

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