The Mixily Blog · Issue №61

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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Bachelorette Party Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Bachelorette Party Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Planning a bachelorette party sounds fun — until you realize you’re juggling twelve different schedules, six different budget comfort levels, and a bride who says “I don’t want anything over the top” but also “I want it to be really special.” Sound familiar? This guide will get you from overwhelmed to organized. Whether you’re planning […]

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Baby Shower Planning: Complete Guide
No. 02
Guides · May 6, 2026 · 10 min read

Baby Shower Planning: Complete Guide

A baby shower celebrates one of life’s biggest moments, and great baby shower planning creates memories that last long after the baby arrives. Whether you’re hosting for a best friend, sister, or coworker, this guide walks you through every detail. From setting the date to sending thank-you notes, here’s everything you need to plan a […]

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Graduation Party Ideas for Every Budget
No. 03
Guides · May 4, 2026 · 8 min read

Graduation Party Ideas for Every Budget

You planned the party. You’ve got the date locked in. Now you’re staring at a blank page thinking: what do we actually do? That’s where this guide comes in. Whether you’re working with $200 or $2,000, throwing a backyard bash for 20 or a big open house for 80, there are graduation party ideas here […]

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Thank You Messages to Send After Your Event (With Examples)
No. 04
Guides · Apr 29, 2026 · 10 min read

Thank You Messages to Send After Your Event (With Examples)

You spent weeks planning the event. You sent the invitations, handled the RSVPs, made the food, cleaned the house, and smiled for five hours straight. The guests had a great time. And then… nothing. The party ends, everyone goes home, and that’s it. Here’s what most hosts miss: the thank you message after your event […]

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Mother’s Day Celebration Ideas: How to Make Her Day Unforgettable
No. 05
Guides · Apr 27, 2026 · 9 min read

Mother’s Day Celebration Ideas: How to Make Her Day Unforgettable

Mother’s Day only comes once a year. And every year, millions of families end up scrambling to book a brunch reservation at a crowded restaurant, sitting elbow-to-elbow with strangers, waiting 45 minutes for eggs. That’s not a celebration. That’s a logistical nightmare dressed up with flowers. Here’s the thing: the best Mother’s Day party isn’t […]

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Dinner Party Hosting: A Complete Guide to a Night They’ll Remember
Guides · Apr 24, 2026

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

The dinner party is back. After years of everyone defaulting to restaurants, more people are rediscovering what it feels like to sit around someone’s actual table, eat food someone actually cooked, and have a real conversation that lasts more than ninety minutes. I’m a big believer in this. Dinner party ideas don’t have to be […]

Engagement Party Planning Guide: How to Celebrate the Couple
Guides · Apr 22, 2026

Engagement Party Planning Guide: How to Celebrate the Couple

Engagement party planning doesn’t have to be stressful. Done right, it’s one of the most joyful gatherings you’ll ever host — a chance to celebrate two people before the wedding machine kicks into full gear. When my friends Priya and James got engaged last spring, the first question their families had wasn’t “when’s the wedding?” […]

Backyard Party Ideas for Spring and Summer
Guides · Apr 20, 2026

Backyard Party Ideas for Spring and Summer

Backyard party ideas don’t get enough credit. No venue booking. No noise curfew negotiation with a stranger. No parking situation. Just your space, your people, and however much fun you want to have. I’ve thrown dozens of parties in various apartments and houses over the years, and the backyard gatherings are almost always the best […]

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How to Host a Garden Party

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Father’s Day Celebration Ideas: Brunch, BBQ & Beyond

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

Jun 1, 2026 · Guides · 9 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
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50th Birthday Party Ideas Your Guest of Honor Will Love

May 25, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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Outdoor Party Planning: Tips for Any Occasion

May 22, 2026 · Guides · 7 min read
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How to Plan the Perfect Pool Party

May 20, 2026 · Guides · 7 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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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 · 10 min read
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Bridal Shower Planning Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Apr 13, 2026 · Guides · 10 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 the Best Party Host: 10 Tips That Actually Work

Apr 8, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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Graduation Party Planning: Start Now (The Complete Guide)

Apr 6, 2026 · Guides · 10 min read
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Easter Brunch Hosting Guide: A Stress-Free Celebration

Apr 3, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Plan a Potluck That Actually Works

Apr 1, 2026 · Guides · 9 min read
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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
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Housewarming Party Ideas: How to Celebrate Your New Place

Mar 23, 2026 · Guides · 11 min read
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Spring Party Ideas to Shake Off Winter: 12 Gatherings Worth Hosting

Mar 20, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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Evite vs Luma: Which Event Platform Is Right for You?

Mar 18, 2026 · Comparisons · 8 min read
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Evite vs Punchbowl: Honest Comparison for 2026

Mar 16, 2026 · Comparisons · 8 min read
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Evite vs Partiful: Which Event Platform Should You Use in 2026?

Mar 13, 2026 · Comparisons · 9 min read
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Wedding RSVP Etiquette: The Complete Guide

Mar 11, 2026 · Guides · 14 min read
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Evite vs Paperless Post: Which Is Actually Better in 2026?

Mar 9, 2026 · Comparisons · 14 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 · 12 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 for Every Situation

Mar 2, 2026 · Guides · 13 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 · 9 min read
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Building Community Through Regular Events

Feb 10, 2026 · Guides · 8 min read
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How to Write Perfect Invitation Wording

Feb 9, 2026 · Guides · 8 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 · 13 min read
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The Complete Guide to Online RSVPs

Jan 30, 2026 · Guides · 10 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
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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
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How To Ask Your Community For Help

Mar 9, 2021 · Guides · 8 min read
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Benefits of Hosting Hybrid Events: In-Person + Virtual

Nov 9, 2020 · Guides · 9 min read
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Guide: How to create an event

Sep 3, 2020 · Guides · 9 min read