It's All About Making a Good First Impression
Three tips for adding a whole new dimension to party invitations
When I'm throwing a party, I like to set the expectation that it is a "not-to-be-missed" event. I've found that invitations are a great way to send this message. Invitations are the first impression guests have of a party, so I make sure they're really special. For me, it means staying away from ordinary cards and electronic invitations, and instead, opting for something more memorable. Here are my top three tips for how to do it: Read full article...
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Cheryl Najafi
Cheryl Najafi offers a fresh approach to entertaining that empowers hosts to welcome people into their homes without fret or fuss. Her celebrations are renowned for being personal, playful and unpredictable, using the interests of her guests as guiding themes. Forever offering original twists on themes, invitations, room decor, table design and place settings, Cheryl believes little tips inspire hosts to infuse their own style, humor and whimsy into any occasion. Find out more at www.cherylstyle.com, "like" me on Facebook or follow me on Twitter @CherylStyle.
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