The Mixily Blog · Issue №108

Hosting, seriously (and a little less seriously).

Tips, guides, and comparisons to help you plan better events — from RSVP etiquette to choosing the right invitation platform.

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Greenvelope vs Paperless Post: Which Is Better for Your Event?

Greenvelope vs Paperless Post: Which Is Better for Your Event?

You’re planning a wedding, a milestone birthday, or some other event where the invitation itself needs to feel special, and you’ve narrowed it down to two of the biggest names in premium digital invitations. Greenvelope vs Paperless Post is a genuinely close call: both are paid, design-forward platforms built for hosts who want their invite […]

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How to Track Attendees for Your Next Party (Free Guest List Tools)
No. 02
Guides · Sep 14, 2026 · 8 min read

How to Track Attendees for Your Next Party (Free Guest List Tools)

You sent the invites. People said yes. And now it’s the morning of the party and you genuinely don’t know if 12 people are coming or 22. If you need to track attendees for your party, this guide is about the part that happens after the invite goes out: turning “who did I invite” into […]

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How to Send Event Invitations Without Facebook
No. 03
Guides · Sep 11, 2026 · 8 min read

How to Send Event Invitations Without Facebook

You used to just make a Facebook event, add a cover photo, and invite everyone in three clicks. These days that same event gets buried in an algorithm feed, half your invite list doesn’t check Facebook anymore, and Meta keeps changing how events even work. If you’re trying to figure out how to send event […]

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Football Watch Party Planning
No. 04
Guides · Sep 9, 2026 · 8 min read

Football Watch Party Planning

Game day is coming up and you’ve volunteered your living room. Whether it’s a weekly college football tradition or the Super Bowl, throwing a football watch party is one of the easiest parties to pull off, because the game itself is the entertainment. You don’t need to plan icebreakers or activities. You just need a […]

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Free Tools to Manage RSVPs for Your Event
No. 05
Guides · Sep 7, 2026 · 8 min read

Free Tools to Manage RSVPs for Your Event

You’ve got a guest list scattered across three group texts, a few “yes I’ll be there!” comments buried in a Facebook thread, and one friend who said “maybe” three weeks ago and never followed up. If you’re searching for free tools to manage RSVPs, you already know the problem: tracking responses by memory doesn’t scale […]

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Fall Party Ideas and Themes
Guides · Sep 4, 2026

Fall Party Ideas and Themes

The leaves are turning, the air finally has a little bite to it, and your group chat has gone quiet since the last summer barbecue. If you’re hunting for fall party ideas that don’t require a Pinterest board and a weekend of prep, you’re in the right place. Fall is genuinely one of the easiest […]

Mixily vs Eventbrite: Which Free Event Platform Is Better in 2026?
Comparisons · Sep 2, 2026

Mixily vs Eventbrite: Which Free Event Platform Is Better in 2026?

Someone told you to “just use Eventbrite” for your party, and now you’re staring at a signup form built for 5,000-person conferences when all you want to do is invite 20 friends over for a birthday dinner. If you’re comparing Mixily vs Eventbrite, the short version is this: they’re not really built for the same […]

AI Agent, Google Calendar Sync, and Gmail Sending Are All Live on Mixily
Updates · Sep 2, 2026

AI Agent, Google Calendar Sync, and Gmail Sending Are All Live on Mixily

Hosting an event usually means juggling five different tools: a to-do list, your email inbox, a shared calendar, maybe a spreadsheet for the guest list. We’ve been chipping away at that friction, and all three of our newest features are officially live. Here’s what’s new: you can connect an AI assistant like Claude Code to […]

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Holiday Party Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy

Aug 21, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
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Friendsgiving Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy

Aug 19, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Halloween Party Invitation Wording: Examples You Can Copy

Aug 17, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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The Best Wedding RSVP Websites in 2026

Aug 14, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Wedding Website Wording: Examples You Can Copy for Every Page

Aug 12, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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How to Decline an Invitation Politely: 30 Scripts You Can Copy

Aug 10, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Birthday Invitation Wording: 40+ Examples You Can Copy

Aug 7, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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The 5 Best Evite Alternatives in 2026 (Free Options Ranked)

Aug 5, 2026 · Comparisons · 11 min read
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Mixily vs Punchbowl: Honest Comparison for 2026

Aug 3, 2026 · Comparisons · 11 min read
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Mixily Feature Updates — July 2026: Multi-Audience Reminders, Self-Serve Cancellation & More

Jul 29, 2026 · Updates · 3 min read
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Mixily vs Paperless Post for Weddings: Which Is Actually Cheaper?

Jul 23, 2026 · Comparisons · 10 min read
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8 Best Evite Alternatives for Weddings in 2026

Jul 21, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Christmas in July Party Ideas: Themes, Games, Food & Invitation Wording

Jul 20, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
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Free Digital Wedding Invitations: 6 Options Compared (With RSVP Tracking)

Jul 17, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
23

Mid-Year Check: Are You Building Community?

Jul 15, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
24

Summer Picnic Party: Ideas, Food & Checklist

Jul 13, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
25

The Ultimate Backyard BBQ & Cookout Guide

Jul 8, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
26

How to Use Mixily for Your Wedding (Free Invitations + RSVP Tracking)

Jul 8, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Beach Party Ideas: Themes, Food & Games

Jul 6, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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What to Do When Wedding Guests Don’t RSVP (Scripts + Follow-Up Timeline)

Jul 5, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
29

Summer Party Invitation Wording: BBQ, Pool & Picnic

Jul 3, 2026 · Guides · 16 min read
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How to Word a Digital Wedding Invitation (With QR Codes, Website URLs, and Online RSVP)

Jul 2, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
31

4th of July Party Invitation Wording (50+ Examples)

Jul 1, 2026 · Guides · 17 min read
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Paperless Post vs Withjoy vs Zola: The Wedding Invitation Comparison Nobody Paid For

Jun 30, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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4Th Of July Party Ideas

Jun 29, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Zola Doesn’t Have Digital Wedding Invitations — 5 That Do

Jun 27, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Ice Cream Social Ideas

Jun 26, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Paperless Post Alternatives for Weddings (Ranked by What’s Actually Free)

Jun 25, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Backyard Movie Night

Jun 24, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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The Real Cost of Paperless Post for Weddings (Do the Math Before You Design)

Jun 23, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Mixily Vs Partiful

Jun 22, 2026 · Comparisons · 8 min read
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Is It Rude to Send Digital Wedding Invitations? An Honest Answer

Jun 20, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Juneteenth Celebration Ideas

Jun 19, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Summer Solstice Party

Jun 17, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Family Reunion Ideas

Jun 15, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Pride Party Ideas

Jun 12, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Mixily Feature Updates — Spring 2026: RSVP Deadlines, Smarter Reminders & More

Jun 11, 2026 · Updates · 4 min read
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Bachelor Party Ideas

Jun 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Rehearsal Dinner Ideas

Jun 8, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Garden Party Ideas

Jun 5, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Fathers Day Ideas

Jun 3, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Summer Party Ideas: 30 Ways to Celebrate the Season

Jun 1, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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How to Plan a Summer Block Party Your Neighborhood Will Love

May 29, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Adult Birthday Party Ideas: How to Host a Birthday People Love

May 27, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
53

50th Birthday Party Ideas Your Guest of Honor Will Love

May 25, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Outdoor Party Planning: The Complete Guide to Hosting Outside

May 22, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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Pool Party Ideas: How to Host a Pool Party Everyone Talks About

May 20, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Memorial Day BBQ Planning Guide

May 18, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Kids Birthday Party Ideas by Age and Theme

May 15, 2026 · Guides · 6 min read
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Party Games for Adults: 30 Ideas That Actually Get People Talking

May 13, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Retirement Party Ideas: How to Throw a Memorable Celebration

May 11, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Bachelorette Party Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

May 8, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
61

Baby Shower Planning: Complete Guide

May 6, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Graduation Party Ideas for Every Budget

May 4, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Thank You Note After a Party: Templates for Every Event Type

Apr 29, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Mother’s Day Celebration Ideas: How to Make Her Day Unforgettable

Apr 27, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
65

Dinner Party Hosting: A Complete Guide to a Night They’ll Remember

Apr 24, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Engagement Party Planning Guide: How to Celebrate the Couple

Apr 22, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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How to Host a Backyard Party: The Complete Guide

Apr 20, 2026 · Guides · 17 min read
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Cinco de Mayo Party Planning Guide: Food, Drinks, and Ideas

Apr 17, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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How to Plan a Surprise Party (Without Ruining the Surprise)

Apr 15, 2026 · Guides · 16 min read
70

Bridal Shower Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Apr 13, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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The Power of Recurring Events: Why Hosting Once Isn’t Enough

Apr 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Be a Good Party Host: 12 Tips That Actually Work

Apr 8, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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Graduation Party Planning: Start Now (The Complete Guide)

Apr 6, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
74

Easter Brunch Hosting Guide: A Stress-Free Celebration

Apr 3, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Organize a Potluck: Step-by-Step Guide

Apr 1, 2026 · Guides · 15 min read
76

Cocktail Party Ideas for Every Budget

Mar 27, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Manage Your Guest List Like a Pro

Mar 25, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
78

Housewarming Party Ideas: How to Celebrate Your New Place

Mar 23, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
79

Spring Party Ideas to Shake Off Winter: 12 Gatherings Worth Hosting

Mar 20, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
80

Evite vs Luma: Pricing, Free Plans, and Which to Use (2026)

Mar 18, 2026 · Comparisons · 8 min read
81

Evite vs Punchbowl: Free Plans, Real Costs, and Which to Use (2026)

Mar 16, 2026 · Comparisons · 12 min read
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Evite vs Partiful: Which Is Free, Which Costs Money (2026)

Mar 13, 2026 · Comparisons · 13 min read
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Wedding RSVP Etiquette: The Complete Guide

Mar 11, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Evite vs Paperless Post: Free Tiers, Real Prices, and Hidden Costs (2026)

Mar 9, 2026 · Comparisons · 15 min read
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40th Birthday Party Planning Guide: Timeline, Checklist & Ideas

Mar 6, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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How to Plan a Party: The Complete Beginner’s Guide

Mar 5, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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Mixily vs Evite: Which Free Event Platform Is Better in 2026?

Mar 3, 2026 · Comparisons · 11 min read
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50 RSVP Response Examples You Can Copy and Paste

Mar 2, 2026 · Guides · 16 min read
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How to Host a Game Night Everyone Will Love

Feb 20, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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The Introvert’s Guide to Hosting a Party (Yes, You Can Do This)

Feb 19, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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St. Patrick’s Day Party Guide: How to Host a Celebration Everyone Will Remember

Feb 16, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Birthday Party Planning: The Ultimate Guide

Feb 13, 2026 · Guides · 12 min read
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Building Community Through Regular Events

Feb 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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30+ Invitation Wording Examples You Can Copy for Any Event

Feb 9, 2026 · Guides · 13 min read
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How to Get People to Actually RSVP

Feb 4, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Host Your First Event of the Year

Feb 4, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Valentine’s Day Party Planning Guide

Feb 2, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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RSVP Etiquette: What Every Host and Guest Should Know

Jan 30, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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The Complete Guide to Online RSVPs

Jan 30, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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What’s New at Mixily: Feature Updates

Jan 28, 2026 · Updates · 5 min read
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Nick Gray Acquires Mixily

Jan 21, 2026 · Updates · 4 min read
102

Mixily Plans & Pricing: Free, Lite, Pro, and Plus

Jan 21, 2026 · Updates · 4 min read
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Benefits of hosting events off of social media

Apr 27, 2021 · Guides · 8 min read
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Best Books for Event Planners in 2026: 12 Essential Reads

Apr 21, 2021 · Guides · 9 min read
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Community Engagement Ideas: Activities That Actually Bring People Together

Mar 29, 2021 · Guides · 10 min read
106

How To Ask Your Community For Help

Mar 9, 2021 · Guides · 8 min read
107

Benefits of Hosting Hybrid Events: In-Person + Virtual

Nov 9, 2020 · Guides · 9 min read
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