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  • 07/19/10--10:00: Urban Decay Summer of Love Eyeshadow Palette Giveaway! (chan 1023606)

    • Urban Decay

    Summer styles are the most playful, and Urban Decay makeup is the perfect match for these more daring looks. One lucky Holidash.com reader will be looking lovely and dramatic in the brand's newest seasonal set, the Summer of Love Eyeshadow palette!

    The Urban Decay Summer of Love Eyeshadow has everything you need to create memorable eyes! The palette includes:
    • four eyeshadows
    • a travel-sized Sin Eyeshadow Primer Potion
    • a 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Bourbon
    Enter Now!
    Here's how you can enter:
    • Enter your name and email in the form below.
    • The entry must be left before 5 pm ET on Friday, July 23, 2010.
    • You may enter only once on this post.
    • Winner will be selected in a random drawing.
    • Winner will receive an Urban Decay makeup palette (value: $29)
    • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
    • Click here for complete Official Rules.

    We'll notify the winner by email, and you'll have 24 hours to respond. If we don't hear back, we'll pick a new winner, so remember to check your email!



  • 07/20/10--11:00: Let's Plan a Luau! (chan 1023606)

    • tiki mugs

    Tiki mugs make your luau more festive. Credit: Getty Images


    Throw the ultimate luau for your friends with these party planning tips.

    Invitations:     Set the tone with festive luau invitations. Customize them with Shutterfly Luau Party Invitations or Coconut Luau Summer Invitations. If you want to send something really unique, opt for Message in a Bottle Tropical Invitations. Simply fill out the paper, put in the extras provided in the invitation kit (like sand and a mini umbrella) and pop the invitations in the mail.

    Decorations: Now comes the fun part! The tropical decor for your luau party can be anything from simple to over the top. Start off by gathering items that have an island-like feel. If you want to just stick to the basics, you can pick up a Luau Tropical Decorations Party Kit.

    If you want to really set the mood, start by assembling your own Tiki Entrance for guests to walk through. As they pass the entrance, place a Frosted Blossom Lei over their head as a welcome. Hang a Colored Fish Net up and decorate with Assorted Plastic Tropical Fish. Add some Inflatable Palm Trees around the party space and hang a few Tropical Bird Tissue Decorations.

  • 07/20/10--12:00: Etsy Round Up: Our Favorite Handmade Aprons (chan 1023606)

    • Add a little retro housewife flair to your summer entertaining with a cool vintage-inspired apron from Etsy. We've rounded up our favorites, including a couple that can be personalized to really fit your style.

    apron

    Credit: SugarPieChic

    Greet your guests in this hip floral apron from SugarPieChic. It's got the perfect mod-60s vibe, for all your retro entertaining. Plus the full-coverage bib means your party clothes will stay clean while you organize the meal. ($33)

    apron

    Credit: Boojiboo

    Looking for a more retro silhouette? Opt for a pretty 1950s-inspired half apron by Boojiboo. Perfect for serving cocktails and hors d'oeuvres; the full skirt will give even your shorts-and-tee look an upgrade. Roll out the drinks cart! ($18.75)

  • 07/22/10--09:39: Love Boat: Noah's Ark Themed Baby Shower (chan 1023606)

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    Welcome baby with a fun theme shower. Credit: Corbis


    Noah's Ark is a perfect theme for the nursery -- and for the baby shower, too!

    Invitations    : Send them at least a month before the event, let everyone know about the baby shower well in advance. If you want to send invitations by mail, choose Noah's Ark Baby Shower Invitations or go with simple invitations with animals on them. If you would prefer to gather all the RSVPs online, send out an email invitation.

    When you are filling out the invitation, make sure to include the date, time, place, host(s), and how people should RSVP. If you are sending them by mail, provide two ways for guests to RSVP, such as a phone number and an email address, or multiple phone numbers for showers with multiple hosts.

    Decorations: Now comes the fun part! Decorating for a baby shower allows you to be as creative as you want to be. Whether you are showering the mother-to-be out at a restaurant or hall or at a family or friend's house, make sure that you work with the Noah's Ark theme. Start by hanging Noah's Ark Dangling Swirls from the light fixtures or ceiling if you can reach it. If there is empty space on the walls at the party venue, purchase some Noah's Ark Stick On Wall Decorations to scatter around.

  • 07/26/10--09:00: Southern Comfort Party Pack Giveaway! (chan 1023606)

    • Southern Comfort

    How we love summer nights, hanging out in the backyard, or on a stoop, watching fireflies and drinking lemonade. Of course, we grown ups like our stargazing beverages with a little something extra, like Southern Comfort Lemonade, or the surprisingly tasty Southern Comfort with Lime!

    We can't give you a bottle of booze, but we can equip you with all of the paraphernalia for you to create your own Southern Comfort Patio Party, including:
    • Soco Pitcher
    • two SoCo Mason Jars
    • six Stir Sticks
    • six SoCo Lemonade Recipe Cards, with recipes from celeb party planner, Jes Gordon!
    • $25 AmEx Gift Card (so you can pick up a bottle of Southern Comfort...or chips, whatever works for you!)
    • SoCo Cocktail Napkins
    Enter Now!
    Here's how you can enter:
    • Enter your name and email in the form below.
    • The entry must be left before 5 pm ET on Friday, July 30, 2010.
    • You may enter only once on this post.
    • Winner will be selected in a random drawing.
    • Winner will receive a Southern Comfort Party Pack (value: $50)
    • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 21 and older.
    • Click here for complete Official Rules.

    We'll notify the winner by email, and you'll have 24 hours to respond. If we don't hear back, we'll pick a new winner, so remember to check your email!


  • 07/26/10--11:00: Crafts With Kendra: Simple Picnic Caddy (chan 1023606)


    • Throwing an outdoor party? Tote your supplies in this super stylish DIY picnic caddy. Crafter Kendra Smoot shows you how to pull it all together.

    picnic caddy

    Credit: Kendra Smoot


    A simple metal bucket and cans provide an organized solution for hefting supplies and condiments to your next outdoor meal. Keep it stocked with all of the essentials so next time you're headed to a picnic or BBQ you'll have everything at the ready.
    picnic caddy

    Credit: Kendra Smoot


    Supplies:
    metal bucket found at garden supply or hardware store
    washed metal cans
    12" ribbon

  • 07/27/10--10:00: Happy National Scotch Day! (chan 1023606)

    • dalmore scotch whisky

    Credit: The Dalmore

    Raise your (tulip-shaped) glass for a toast -- July 27 is National Scotch Day! Whether you're a novice scotch enthusiast, a true connoisseur or are using this "holiday" as an excuse to try scotch whiskey for the first time, we want you to do it right.

    There are thousands of different brands of scotch from all around the world, each with a unique flavor, and it will take quite a bit of research on your part to figure out exactly which is your favorite. Sorry about that -- you'd better get to work.

    Many scotch-lovers believe the beverage should only be consumed straight or with a bit of water, but if you're more of a mixed drink fan, check out these fabulous recipes. And, for more information on how to drink scotch, be sure to watch the video below!

    Blood and Sand
    3/4 oz The Dalmore 12 Year
    3/4 oz Carpano Antica Formula
    1/4 oz cherry brandy
    1 1/2 oz orange juice
    Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker. Shake well with cracked ice and strain into cocktail glasses.

    The Godfather
    1 1/2 oz The Dalmore 12 Year
    1/2 oz Amaretto
    Prepare an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes. Stir well.


    How To Drink Scotch on Howcast

  • 07/29/10--08:00: Yummie Tummie Gwen Racerback Tank Giveaway Winner! (chan 1023606)

    • Yummie Tummie

    Congratulations to Tracy M. of Sylan Lake, MI, the winner of this week's Holidash giveaway, the Yummie Tummie Gwen Racerback Tank.

    Tracy will be the belle of the ball -- or the disco, or the pool party -- wherever she finds a good time, she'll look fabulous, chic and slim!

  • 07/29/10--10:00: The Best Party I Ever Threw: Present-Themed Birthday Party (chan 1023606)

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    Celebrate your little one's birthday with a present-themed party. Credit: Getty Images


    We all know that a toddler's favorite part of the party is the presents -- so why not make that the theme for his party? Here's how one clever mom did just that.

    For my son's first birthday, my husband and I toyed with party theme ideas for weeks before settling on a gift box theme. As a 1-year-old, my son was only beginning to show affection for certain toys or shows, and there was no clear winner. Instead, we decided to model everything after a giant present -- something we were sure any child would love.

    My first task was the cake. I wanted it to be a statement defining the theme of the party. I decided to design the cake, but I hired someone to bake and decorate it because I had no personal expertise in that arena.

    The cake was built as two large boxes piled on top of each other, with the top one slightly smaller and rotated at a 45-degree angle relative to the bottom one, so that it looked like a small stack of presents. The bottom cake was red velvet and the top cake was white (to appease picky eaters). The entire thing was covered with orange and yellow butter cream frosting.

  • 07/30/10--08:00: CanvasPop Gift Certificate Giveaway Winner & Discount! (chan 1023606)

    • CanvasPop.com

    Congratulations to Karen T., the winner of this week's Holidash giveaway, a $200 gift certificate to custom canvas printing service CanvasPop.

    CanvasPop lets you turn photos of special celebrations or vacations into long-lasting, high quality piece of art that you can proudly hang in your home or office. You can use any image, get a digital proof, and it's a snap to create.

    Even if you didn't win, you can still be a creative genius! AOL readers get a special 10% discount when you use this code:
    AOL3422.

    Enjoy!

  • 07/30/10--10:00: Mind Your Manners: Emily Post Launches 'Etipedia' Search Function (chan 1023606)

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    The new Etipedia on Emilypost.com answers all your etiquette questions. Credit: The Emily Post Institute

    It's wedding season! Time to brush up on your etiquette -- and luckily, Emily Post offers a new way to tackle all your tough questions about manners.

    Since 1922, polite party-goers have been relying on "Emily Post's Etiquette" to answer their most pressing questions about how to behave. But now the Emily Post Institute has introduced a new way to search its annals of manners, beyond the big blue book. The institute revamped its website and developed the "Etipedia," a search function that acts as an incredibly thorough encyclopedia of etiquette.

    Daniel Post Senning, the institute's Webmaster, spokesperson and great-great-grandson of Emily Post herself, focused on improving the readers' experience when looking for etiquette guidance. The Etipedia brings together advice from all Emily Post sources, from the revered blue tome to podcasts, so that readers will have the fullest possible results from any given search. This database became the cornerstone of the website's new design.

    "For us, it was a leap of faith," Senning told Holidash. "[We've] been in print for almost 90 years... to make this move into the digital realm represents a real generational shift as a company. Already, the response has been incredible."

    One aspect of the Etipedia recalls the traditional etiquette book: Its categorization tabs. These categories, such as Everyday Manners and Getting the Job, correspond to the terms used in the main "Emily Post's Etiquette" guide.

    You can also search the Etipedia using keywords or phrases, just as you would with Google.

  • 08/02/10--09:00: Chocolate Handbag Giveaway! (chan 1023606)

    • Chocolate Handbags

    What's a holiday without some Chocolate? Whatever it is, we don't want to be a part of it and neither should you! That's why one lucky Holidash.com winner is going to win this beautiful bag from Chocolate Handbags. It's sweet and decadent, and this kind of Chocolate won't melt in your hands.

    Whether you're standing beneath the ooh of fireworks or the ahh of mistletoe, you'll always have Chocolate handy, and you'll look great in the process. In fact, let's just pencil in the mistletoe.

    Enter Now!
    Here's how you can enter:
    • Enter your name and email in the form below.
    • The entry must be left before 5 pm ET on Friday, August 6, 2010.
    • You may enter only once on this post.
    • Winner will be selected in a random drawing.
    • Winner will receive a white Chocolate bag (value: $110)
    • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
    • Click here for complete Official Rules.
    We'll notify the winner by email, and you'll have 24 hours to respond. If we don't hear back, we'll pick a new winner, so remember to check your email!


  • 08/03/10--09:00: Stolichnaya White Pomegranik Gimlet and Greyhound (chan 1023606)

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    Stoli White Pom Gimlet and Greyhound. Credit: Stolichnaya

    It won't surprise you to hear that, here at Holidash we love to entertain. Meticulously planned parties, impromptu soirees -- we love them all. And one of our favorite things to do when we're holding a get-together is introduce our friends to a fabulous new cocktail; one that will tickle their taste buds and leave them wondering what exactly went into that delectable concoction.

    With the recent hot weather, we've been seeking something slightly sweet and fruity, and luckily for us Stolichnaya Vodka came to the rescue. In honor of the release of Stoli's newest flavored vodka, White Pomegranik, they sent us recipes to a couple of cocktails we're dying to try. If it's "research for work," do we really have to wait for happy hour?

    Stoli White Pom Gimlet
    1 ½ parts Stoli White Pomegranik
    ¾ part fresh lime juice
    ¾ part simple syrup
    Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a basil leaf and pomegranate seeds.

    Stoli White Pom Greyhound
    1 ½ parts Stoli White Pomegranik
    1 ½ parts pink grapefruit juice
    ½ part fresh lemon juice
    ½ part simple syrup
    Shake and pour into an ice-filled tall glass. Garnish with raspberries.

  • 08/04/10--09:00: Shower the Bride with a Bed and Bath Themed Party (chan 1023606)

    • women laughing

    Help the newlyweds get cozy. Credit: Getty Images


    Throw the bride-to-be a bed and bath bridal shower.

    Your engaged friends are looking forward to making a home together -- so why not give them a head start with a bed and bath shower? Help them stock the bath and decorate the guest room -- or their room -- with everything they need to sleep (ahem) in peace.

    Invitations: Send guests invitations for the bed and bath bridal shower so they know the theme. For a very girly bride-to-be, check out these Pink Bubbles Bed and Bath Bridal Shower Invitations. If she is more of a traditional bride, you may want to pick these Bed & Bath Wedding Shower Invitations. If the bride-to-be is a very modern lady, send out these Bed & Bath Bridal Shower Invitations. Make sure to include who is throwing the party, the place, date, time, how to RSVP, and where the bride is registered.

    Decorations: Set the bed and bath theme by creating a relaxing environment. Place these Robin's Egg Bridal Shower Soap Centerpiece on each of the tables. You can also put a few Yankee Candle Lavender Vanilla Small Jar on each of the tables for a pretty scent. Finish off the table decorations by sprinkling Nirvana Mix White, Cream, Blush, and Red Rose Petals around the table.

  • 08/10/10--07:00: GeboMana Limited-Edition Organic T-Shirt Giveaway! (chan 1023606)

    • GeboMana


    Labor Day is just around the corner and with it the last of the great summertime barbecues. This is your last chance for a 3-day weekend that coincides with sunshine! You can't just show up in any old top, which is why one lucky Holidash.com reader will be picking their favorite GeboMana limited-edition organic t-shirt from the good folks at GeboMana, home of said limited-edition organic t-shirts.

    Each shirt is handmade from 100% certified organic cotton grown in India. Some proceeds go to the Gebo Foundation, which means for every five t-shirts sold a whole year of education is provided to an underprivileged child. Basically, you look good and you do good. It's a win-win.


    Enter Now!
    Here's how you can enter:
    • Enter your name and email in the form below.
    • The entry must be left before 5 pm ET on Friday, August 13, 2010.
    • You may enter only once on this post.
    • Winner will be selected in a random drawing.
    • Winner will receive a GeboMana Limited-Edition Organic T-Shirt of their choice (value: $49-$69)
    • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
    • Click here for complete Official Rules.
    We'll notify the winner by email, and you'll have 24 hours to respond. If we don't hear back, we'll pick a new winner, so remember to check your email!



  • 08/10/10--10:00: Amazing Engagement Party Cocktail Recipes (chan 1023606)


    • Know somebody who just popped the question? Time for the engagement party! At Holidash, we love celebrating good news with a toast. This time, why not skip the champagne and think outside of the box (of wine). Natalie Bovis-Nelson, author of "The Bubbly Bride" has come up with some amazing signature cocktails to serve to the happy couple and party guests. Check out her amazing concoctions in the gallery below!



    Related: Engagement Party Etiquette, How To Give an Engagement Party Speech, Five Amazing Engagement Stories


  • 08/11/10--10:00: How to Decorate for a Backyard Summer Party (chan 1023606)


    • Decorating for a summer backyard party can be simple, inexpensive, and fabulous all at the same time with just a little preparation and a few personal touches in your yard and on your table.

    summer table setting

    Credit: Allison Czarnecki

    I decorated for my summer back yard party with several inexpensive elements that still had a bit of pizzazz, even if they didn't break the bank. Depending on who you're inviting to the barbeque, you can add personal touches to your decor that will appeal to your guests and double as party favors when it's time to send guests on their way home.

    Water balloons: This is a great kids activity. Since we always host informal family barbeques at our house, water balloons are a simple way to decorate -- all those fun colors in a glass bowl! -- and to keep hot kids happy at the same time. As long as parents don't mind kids getting soaked while they cool off from the heat of the summer sun, water balloons are a safe and easy bet for happy kids.

    Fresh Flowers: Beautiful summer flowers are one of the easiest and least expensive ways to decorate for a party. If you don't have access to fresh flowers in your yard, like the ones I used for my backyard party, purchase inexpensive mixed summer bouquets at the grocery store. Even if some of the flowers don't match the color palette of your party, it's okay; pull out what you don't want and mix and match flowers until you come up with arrangements you're happy with. In a pinch use old canning jars for vases instead of stressing about taking your nice vases outside.

  • 08/13/10--10:00: Chic and Easy Outdoor Entertaining Tips From One Kings Lane (chan 1023606)

    • Susan Feldman and Ali Pincus of One Kings Lane

    Susan Feldman and Ali Pincus, co-founders of One Kings Lane. Credit: One Kings Lane

    Throw one last party this summer with these tips from home decorating expert Susan Feldman.

    As the summer winds down and the temperature begins to drop, outdoor entertaining is just heating up for Susan Feldman, one of the founders of the online home sensation One Kings Lane. With her fun and easy ideas for your next summer dinner party or BBQ, you'll want to keep the party going well into September.

    Dish Towel Napkins
    Inexpensive dishtowels make perfect BBQ napkins - guests won't be afraid to really get them nice and dirty. Simple and chic styles can be found online for less than $1.00 each! They're so much better than a paper napkin, not only because they're much more stylish, but because after the party, you can wash and reuse them again and again.

    Kraft Paper Tablecloth
    For a casual BBQ, use a simple roll of Kraft paper as a tablecloth. It sets the perfect laid-back vibe for your guests, is ideal for a messy feast, and makes for effortless cleanup. But just because your tablecloth isn't formal, that doesn't mean your can't step up the look with gorgeous dinnerware and glassware. Creating that balance between casual and elegant always makes for the most inviting tables.

  • 08/13/10--13:00: Justin Bieber Costume: It's All About the Hair (chan 1023606)

    • Justin Bieber

    You'll be like, "Baby baby baby ooh!" in this Justin Bieber costume. Credit: WireImage


    We know the pool is still open and Halloween seems like a long way away, but it's never too soon to start planning your costume. Holidash has got you covered, with simple and fun DIY costume ideas. Get ready to transform yourself for Trick or Treat!

    Got Bieber fever? The Justin Bieber look for Halloween is all about the hair. The Canadian singer's signature hairstyle is basically the old helmet hairdo of a 1970s mom, only it looks like someone is blowing a fan at the back of his head, with the added detail of a swoop in the front that almost covers the eyes. Once you've got the hair down, a few additional details and accessories are all you'll need.

    The Costume
    • Wig
    • Ski vest
    • Dog tag necklace
    • Voice-changing microphone
    Hair
    There are inexpensive Justin Bieber-like wigs to be found at costume retailers, such as the "60s Pop Icon Wig" and the "Bruno". If you want something a bit more over-the-top and DIY, make your own Justin Bieber "wig" by taking a bike or motorcycle helmet (preferably one that's bowl-shaped) and attaching foam craft sheets cut into teardrop shapes all over with a hot glue gun (be sure the tips point frontward to create a cartoony version of his famous hairstyle). Attach the "bangs" so that they cover the eyes and cut eye holes in them, if desired. Don't worry if part of the helmet shows through -- that's part of the gag.

    Clothes
    Justin Bieber wears pretty run-of-the mill teen clothing, with a slight hip-hop edge; pair a ski vest with a black t-shirt and saggy-ish jeans, and accessorize with an oversized dog-tag necklace.

    Props
    You'll need a microphone, of course. A video game headset with a microphone will work, but to go all out, pick up an inexpensive voice changer -- and make sure it has a high-pitch option, to recreate Bieber's pre-pubescent-sounding voice.

  • 08/13/10--15:00: $100 ActivewearUSA.com Giftcard Giveaway Winner! (chan 1023606)


    • Photo: ActivewearUSA.com

    Congratulations to Jill of New Bedford, MA, the winner of a $100 gift card to ActivewearUSA.com.

    After her shopping spree for a new workout wardrobe, she'll be looking fit and fabulous -- at the gym, at the park, at the yoga studio or simply running errands.

    Enjoy!

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