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Real Life Parties
Oscar Party Made Easy
Posted on Feb 20, 2009 6:48:31 PM  |  By KateParker

With the Oscars around the corner, I was looking for a few easy, affordable ideas to make my viewing party special. One of my favorite caterers - Mary Giuliani - known for her upscale comfort food, offered these three festive...

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Will You Be My Bridesmaid?
Posted on Feb 10, 2009 5:41:50 PM  |  By KateParker

After a man pops the question, there's usually another question that needs to be popped - by the new bride-to-be. A close friend of mine recently sent this adorable card out to her would-be bridesmaids - and I was beyond...

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Sweet Treats and More
Posted on Jan 25, 2009 11:55:06 PM  |  By KateParker

Valentine's Day is just a couple weeks away, and whether you've recently been hit by cupid's arrow, have been married for ages, or just want to show a little love to your close friends, chances are you're starting to look...

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Real Life Parties
When Life Hands You Lemons...
Posted on Jan 15, 2009 5:26:00 PM  |  By KateParker

With all the doom-and-gloom going on in our current economic climate, you can imagine how delighted and amused I was to come home last night to the following invitation in my mailbox: A friend of mine found out recently that...

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Entertaining Books
Ina Garten: Cookbook Signing
Posted on Dec 9, 2008 6:35:54 PM  |  By KateParker

From 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, Ina Garten will be signing copies of her new book: "Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics" at Crate and Barrel's Madison Avenue store (650 Madison Ave.) in NYC. If you're in the neighborhood, check...

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Holiday Entertaining Class
Behind the Scenes: Celebrations Class
Posted on Dec 2, 2008 4:25:44 PM  |  By KateParker

After a quick trip south to visit family, soak up some sunshine, and indulge in a decadent Thanksgiving feast (more on that later), I flew to Chicago this weekend to teach a special Holiday Entertaining and Decorating class, co-sponsored by...

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Holiday Entertaining Class
Do You Cheat?
Posted on Nov 18, 2008 1:26:18 PM  |  By KateParker

When it comes to stress-free entertaining, there's one solution that would-be hostesses often hesitate to admit: cheating. With Thanksgiving (quite possibly my favorite holiday) just over a week away, I'm already dreaming of parades, overindulgence, and naps. I'm also reminded...

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Holiday Entertaining Class
Holiday Entertaining, Simplified
Posted on Nov 11, 2008 6:17:14 PM  |  By KateParker

A while back I posted a question: What organizing challenges do you face during the Holiday Season? One comment received was this: "My biggest challenge is last-minute holiday guests! What is a good plan-ahead strategy so that I will never...

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Behind the Scenes
A "Real Simplified" School
Posted on Nov 7, 2008 8:12:00 PM  |  By KateParker

Just three weeks ago, on a brisk, sunny Saturday, I had the pleasure of leading a team of over 70 volunteers, made up of Real Simple staffers and their family and friends, in a community service project like no other...

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Holiday Season
Holiday Head Start - Ornament Fun
Posted on Nov 7, 2008 2:10:53 PM  |  By KateParker

Ornaments are the perfect small-scale holiday gift, and are a great idea this season if you're looking for items that convey thoughtfulness without breaking the bank. I came across the "Fa-La-La Filter" tool on Anthropologie's website today, and it's guaranteed...

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