• Entertaining
Feb 12, 2013 8:30 AM EST
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How To Throw A Killer V-Day Party — Tips Included!
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What are some suggestions to get people mingling?
"Create a good flow by spacing your food and drinks throughout the apartment. This gives your guests plenty of room to wander to what they’re craving instead of bolting to the cramped corner to grab their share of the night’s offerings. When the guests feel at ease, they’ll naturally begin to mingle. Conversation topics shouldn’t be hard to find with the wealth of DIY decorations and vibrant dishes at every turn."

It's the little details — check out these adorable embellished paper straws.