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Planning and Preparation

Men's Fashion Show with Adam Rapoport from GQ

Adam Rapoport, style editor at GQ, talks about the men's fashion trends this fall and winter.
Faux Bois Tray

Faux bois means "false wood" in French; it is a simple technique that you can use to...
Squash Bowling

To make this game friendly to kids of all ages, vary the distance of the grassy "lane"...
Mix-and-Match Cocktail Party: Tips and Tricks

More tips and tricks for making your mix-and-match cocktail party an unqualified success.
Bobbing for Apples

This classic game is simple and easy for all ages.Bobbing...
The Backyard: Countdown Plan

The Day Before1. Go through the box and choose the...
Martha Stewart at Home: Appliance Manual for Guests

House sitters and child-care providers may be baffled by the nuances of your stereo, climate-...
Party Planning 101

When you're celebrating life's big moments -- graduations, showers, birthdays, anniversaries --...
Party Calculator

Follow this guide to determine how much to buy. The primary rule: Buy plenty. You can use it...
Open Season

When you're a child, the first hint of crisp fall air is a little like the bell that rings at...
Welcoming Houseguests

With the addition of a few niceties, your spare bedroom will be as inviting to visitors as a...
Choose-Your-Own Cocktail Party

Select a few festive options from our cocktail party primer for a mix-and-match bash that's just...
Hanging Plates How-To

Mapping out your arrangement with templates will help keep holes in the walls to a minimum....
Pin the Face on the Pumpkin

This game provides entertainment for all at a fall celebration. Children as young as 2 or 3 can...
Dessert and a Movie

Just the ticket for a good time with family and friends.On long summer...
Entertaining is Fun: Soups for Lunch with Ina Garten

I've always loved to give parties. Ever since my husband and I were married in 1968, I've loved...
Preparing for Guests

Creating space for guests in your home involves more than providing a comfortable place to sleep;...
Summer Outdoor Entertaining Tips

Easy strategies to ensure memorable get-togethers outdoors.
Cocktail Party: Effortless Ideas

These indulgent hors d' oeuvres, plus martinis by the pitcher, will add class to your act, even...
10 Tricks for Easy Entertaining

Throwing a party for friends and family should be a joy, not a chore. By...