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Memorial Day is coming up and signals summer fun from pool openings to summer vacation. It is also a heartfelt holiday which commemorates the bravery of military heroes who gave their lives in service. 

Honor their memory and start the season off right with a patriotic themed Memorial Day outdoor gathering featuring Old Glory herself. Whether picnic or pool party, these decorating ideas will instill a healthy dose of national pride and make a memorable occasion for all.

Decorate the serving trays with fun, themed decorations to show off your attention to detail, like a miniature Mexican Charro Sombrero, Red Parrot or Metal Saguaro Cactus Votive Candle Holder. 

We've included a scheme for each of the major areas that may be utilized for a home-based Cinco de Mayo celebration. However, they are easily adapted for use in other venues using just a little bit of creativity. 

We are going to share some of our spring table decoration ideas for Easter to keep your own nest looking sharp and seasonally appropriate.

When weighing your culinary options with a Country Western spin, we suggest staying true to the roots of country cooking, transforming the flavors of simple, hearty dishes into bite-sized bliss. 

With a little creativity and a bit of bacon grease, this collection of Country Western appetizers is sure to impress: 

Saddle up for some good, ol’ fashioned country western fun by styling your next shindig with decorations that channel the magic of the western wilderness. Rae Lynn has developed three country western theme party decorating ideas that incorporate different motifs of Southwestern American life across the wide Missouri. 

Decorating with Polynesian Tiki god figures imparts good luck to friendly gatherings. Ceremonial and decorative Polynesian tradition invokes the mask’s power to frighten away evil spirits, similar to the Western-style gargoyle.

The décor and conversation are what will set your event apart from the rest, so here are a few decorating ideas to spur some remarks about your impeccable taste in party decorating.

Find tips on decorating your party area, bar, dinner table and bathroom, along with yummy hors d'oeurve recipes, and tasty Irish & green libations.

Erin go Bragh!

Thinking through the style of an event you wish to plan will help make decisions about decorating, budgeting, timing, and food choices easier and better suited to the atmosphere you want to create. 

So, we have compiled a list of types of parties to get your creative juices flowing...

In case you can’t make it down to the Big Easy this year, we have collected eight New Orleans classic cocktail recipes so you can enjoy the season in “spirit.” Laissez les bon temps rouler! 

Whether you embark on an all-expenses paid (by you) five-course gourmet dinner or are inviting the crew for a few drinks in the captain’s lounge, sail through the soiree by offering gustatory drinkable and edible delights. 

This menu has been crafted to complement our Nautical theme party ideas by incorporating maritime colors, icons, and tastes of the sea.

Find extensive decorating ideas for subtle, strategically-placed nautical decor for your next event. Details for outdoor, foyer, guestbook, nautical styles, party area, lighting, bar area, serving table, banquet centerpiece, place settings, hors d'oeuvre trays and bathroom decorating.  Plus, a list of common terms with nautical roots for naming drinks, appetizers, and tables.

I've put together a list of dates to plan for (or around) to help you get started party planning for 2014.

We have collected some traditional New Year’s food selections and feature recipes with a tasty twist on the regional favorites of the American South.   

Competing parties, hectic schedules and everyone's travel plans make it difficult for a big event, but you can make the day special with our tips for holiday decorating for December birthdays.

Instead of decorating throughout, designate a special party zone, such as the breakfast nook, dinner table, bar and/or small party area, and decorate in a contrasting theme.  Use distinctive color, birthday, or secular winter decorations to differentiate the celebration from holiday and Christmas distractions.