Author: Nicole Melchionda

From a classic rehearsal dinner to a magical garden gathering, there are many ways to elevate your pre-wedding event. By focusing on a unifying theme and paying attentio…

Everyone knows about the nightlife bachelor party that involves loud bars and dancing, but there are all kinds of fun things you can do beyond the usual. Bachelor party …

There’s nothing like an elegant afternoon filled with finger sandwiches and irresistible tea flavors. From pastel invitations to tea packet party favors, there are so ma…

RSVP is the shortened form of the French phrase “Répondez s’il vous plaît,” which translates to “Please reply.” It’s a cornerstone of event preparation because it helps …

Choosing a quinceañera theme, such as an enchanted garden or minimalist aesthetic, is one of the most exciting and crucial parts of planning the celebration. From the fi…

The first known New Year’s celebration dates all the way back to 2000 BCE in Mesopotamia. Nowadays, New Year’s signifies starting fresh and sticking to resolutions. It’s…

A 50th wedding anniversary is one of life’s most extraordinary achievements. It’s considered a milestone wedding anniversary not only because of the length of time but a…

Almost a quarter of all Americans say that Halloween is their favorite holiday. While other seasons have their charm, there’s something especially unique about the fun y…

With such a striking color palette and unique seasonal vibe, it should come as no surprise that almost 15% of weddings occur in October. There's something extra magical …

It’s amazing to think that the modern bachelorette party can be traced to Ancient Greek rituals. While the wedding is the climactic event, planning the perfect bachel…

Now is the time to have fun with Magic Photo, an amazing AI cards feature on Greetings Island that transforms your personal photos into whimsical, fully customized greet…

In 1970 alone, over 3.8 million people were born in the US. Few can resist the allure of 70’s themed party vibes, including people who aren’t even from that decade. W…

Turning 30 is considered to be a significant milestone. Once you reach this point, you have plenty to look back on and plenty to look forward to. As such, it’s a great t…

Always Creating and Evolving, an Interview with Krissy Mast Not many people can say that they’ve built a million-dollar company, let alone early on in their career, b…

Krissy has always been an art lover and entrepreneur, but becoming a mom gave her a push to focus on art licensing for more balance. Now, her kids help keep her inspi…

Over half of Americans spend no more than five hours outdoors each week. One way you can get in more quality time among nature is by throwing an amazing birthday picnic …

When most people think of Thomas Edison, their minds go to lightbulbs, but you may be surprised to know that he also captured the first movie kiss in history back in 189…

Do you get excited when you start seeing the leaves change color? The gorgeous leaf colors we know and love in the fall are due to a loss of chlorophyll. Such an amaz…

Do you ever feel like it’s impossible to plan birthday parties that are as incredible as your loved ones? Birthdays are supposed to be one of the best days of the yea…

Approaching Challenges Creatively, an Interview with Sofia Daskalaki Not many people have the courage to start their own business, and even fewer would try without fo…