Party themes, ideas and tips

Valentine's Day is once again approaching fast on the 14th of February. Treat your Valentine this year with a homemade gift of love. Chocolates have been associated with Valentine's Day since we can remember.

Cocktail making has become an art form. The right equipment and a well stocked bar makes it easy to create interesting and tasty cocktails.

Glassware used in cocktail making is nearly as varied as the cocktails that can be served. Recipes call for a variety of different glasses when making drinks.

Serving cocktails have become popular at home parties and in restaurants.

A party host has the responsibility to see that the guests at a party do not drink and drive. Although alcohol free parties are the ideal way to avoid intoxicated guests, we know that such an idea is unrealistic.

Weddings are one of the most important events in our lives. We want to remember every little detail about the start of this new life.

Gift-wrapping has become an art form in recent years. Art shops sell custom printed-paper, exquisitely printed bags, ribbons and bows of every possible color and form.

Teenage house parties can be joyous events for teenagers, parents and family members. But, they can also harbour unsavoury "goings-on".

In most households pinecones tend to land up in the garbage. Here is an innovative way to make use of these pinecones.

Plan a cool disco party at home. It is great fun to disco the night away with your friends. The key to a really cool disco party is good up-beat music, a dance floor, a theme and good lighting.