Festivities & Celebrations
Tips, tricks and ideas for your parties and celebrations. We have aritcles and video for your favorite event: Halloween, Christmas,Carnival and other great festivities from around the globe.
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You have been checking her out for a while, something suggests that you are in with a chance, the signs indicate that planning a date may be a good move and, making the best of February 14th's setting of love and romance, you have decided to take a chance and ask her out. And so, here at OneHowTo, we...
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New Year's Eve, is the last night of the year in the Gregorian calendar, comprising from the 31st December to the 1st January (New Year's Day).
The origin of this tradition goes back to Medieval times, a time when red was forbidden as it symbolized witchcraft. But in winter when everything seems dead due to...
Have you ever opened your sock drawer only to find a collection of single, unmatched socks? You're definitely not alone. This common household mystery has become so universal that it now has its own holiday. Lost Sock Day, officially known as National Lost Sock Memorial Day, is celebrated annually on May...
Originating in South Korea, Squid Game has become a worldwide phenomenon amongst almost all demographics. Its pop culture popularity may have come as a surprise, but its premise and execution has certainly sparked the imagination of many. Like all pop culture phenomena, Squid Game has become a popular...
Why do people rush to buy red underwear every December? This centuries-old tradition promises luck, love, and prosperity for the new year. From Rome's ancient festivals to today's global celebration, wearing red underwear on New Year's Eve has become a ritual in homes across Italy, Spain, Mexico, and beyond....
Along with holly and the fir tree, mistletoe is one of the plants most associated with Christmastime. Many of us know it as the plant under which we can steal a kiss from a loved one. This is associated with fertility, something particularly important at winter time. However, kissing under the mistletoe...
Samhain and Halloween are two deeply intertwined celebrations, both rooted in ancient traditions, but how do they relate to each other? Is Samhain truly older than Halloween? To answer that, we must journey back to the Celtic origins of Samhain, a festival marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter,...
The pop culture phenomenon that is Beetlejuice has recently been reinvigorated with the release of 2024's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a sequel to the 1988 original film. While Beetlejuice costumes have been a Halloween mainstay since this time, their presence at fancy dress parties is likely to see a significant...
Every September, Barcelona is transformed by the Fiestas de la Mercè, a vibrant celebration that showcases the city's rich cultural heritage. This annual event attracts thousands of locals and visitors from around the world, offering a unique blend of tradition, music, dance, and art. From September 20th...
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Looking for a heartfelt touch for your Valentine's Day? This easy DIY paper heart garland tutorial guides you step-by-step in creating charming, personalized hearts of all colors and sizes. Hang it across your mantle, string it on a windowsill, or use it as a unique gift tag. No crafting experience needed,...
In the heart of the Nativity story, the arrival of the Magi adds a layer of mystery and prophetic significance. These wise men, guided by a star, journey bearing precious gifts for the newborn king: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. But these are not mere playthings; each offering whispers of Jesus's destiny...
Mother's Day is a special occasion celebrated annually in several countries worldwide, aimed at expressing appreciation and gratitude for the invaluable role that mothers play in our lives. What better way to convey our feelings than through a collection of touching and inspiring quotes? Whether you are...
Carnival is a festival celebrated in many countries and regions of the world, typically in the days leading up to Lent, the time of fasting and penance in the Christian calendar. Known for its colorful parades, costumes, music and street parties, the festival is a time of joyful celebration and revelry....
Choosing the right Halloween costume for you will depend on many factors. Some people want to choose something funny, some may want to choose something as grotesque as possible and others simply want to look good. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has an ever-expanding range of costume options to choose from,...
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There are some popular Halloween party games you may be aware of which involve food. They require players to place their hands in a covered container, meaning they can't see what's inside. What is inside are various foods which can feel like unpleasant or scary body parts which make children laugh out...
While it will vary depending on where we live, when spring starts to arrive, we can often sense a change in our mood. Even if you don't have Mediterranean sun or completely clear skies, the pleasant days of spring can be a relief after a cold winter. Practically speaking, we also have more daylight hours....
Ramadan (sometimes spelled Ramadhan) is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims abstain from eating or drinking during the day. Ramadan is one of the fundamental pillars of the Islamic religion and is a time of prayer, reflection, and fellowship. In 2022, Ramadan will begin on Saturday,...
During carnival celebrations, the streets of cities around the world are dominated for a few days by masks, costumes, parades, parties and a little debauchery. Carnival is here to break the monotony of winter and announce it is coming to an end. Today, carnival is best known for its spectacular costumes...
For some, Valentine's Day is a blessed opportunity to create some romance with the one we love. For others, it's a cynical excuse for corporations to bleed more money from us with the purchase of disposable tat. As with many of the special days we celebrate, its origins are more complicated than we first imagine....
We all have our own holiday traditions which can vary greatly according to country and culture. While some of the basic tenets may remain the same, the activities can vary greatly. Sometimes the same sentiment can be represented by varying traditions, sometimes the same tradition can have varying interpretations....
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One of the most fun parts of Halloween is decorating your home to look spook and cool. This can mean we make our door look like the entry to a haunted house, our stairs are covered in cobwebs and bats fall from the windows. However, we don't need to stop there when it comes to creating spooky decorations....
Fortnite is a very popular video game and a favourite to many gamers. So why not dress up as a Fortnite character this Halloween or any upcoming costume party?
In this oneHOWTO article we're going to show you how to make Fortnite costumes, including 11 Fortnite characters. Keep reading to find your favourite...
Minecraft continues to be one of the most popular video games. Not only does this game have a mission, but it also gives the player a lot of freedom, allowing us to be creative and make our Minecraft world our own. It's no wonder that once Halloween or a costume party rolls around, we'd want to dress...
Among Us started as one of the most played games of 2020 and its popularity doesn't seem to be decreasing any time soon. Streamers, YouTubers and gamers of all kinds have found its multiplayer madness to be supremely entertaining. The premise is simple: a crew of a space ship must find out which of their...
Whether it is Halloween and you want to perfect your vampire costumer, you are making a horror film with some friends or even if you want to play some pranks, fake blood can come in handy. While you can buy it in a party store, but it can be costly, especially if you need lots of it. Fortunately, with...
Wonder women is a strong female superhero and a role model for many. This is what makes her such a popular option when it comes to choosing the perfect costume for Halloween. What better way to celebrate with your child than to help them make their own DIY Wonder Women halloween costume?
In this oneHOWTO...
A first communion is an incredibly special event, which often becomes a lasting and unforgettable memory for many. Planning a first communion can, however, prove to be somewhat tricky. One of the most important things when it comes to a girl’s first communion is the special and precious first communion...
While the production had been in development for a while, the remake release of Stephen King's famously disturbing clown horror It couldn't be better timing. This is partly due to the spate of real life creepy clown sightings which grew into a worldwide phenomenon in 2016. While we're not encouraging...
One of the most awarded shows at the 2017 Emmy awards, the Handmaid's Tale is one of the most popular shows on Hulu. The dystopic world of Gillead, based on Margaret Atwood's novel, first published in 1985. If you want to be up to date with the latest costume trends this Halloween, dressing up as Offred, the...
The Incredibles is a Disney Pixar movie which was released in 2004, but thanks to enduring popularity is still enjoyed by children all over the world. This makes it a particularly good costume idea for kids who enjoy the movie now and adults who were kids back when it came out. Unfortunately, while...
If you've still not woken up from the third season of David Lynch's Twin Peaks and are still wondering around this Washington state village, immersed by the smell of Cherry pie and damn fine coffee that hides some kind of evil among the Douglas Fern woods, then we'd like to show you how to make on of...
Every year around Christian Christmas time, Hanukkah brings families and friends together to commemorate a miracle in Jewish history. Following the Maccabean war in the 165 BC, a lamp had oil enough to light for one night only, but miraculously, it managed to burn for eight nights. From that day, Jews celebrate...
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The animated television series character Peppa Pig is loved equally by both children and adults. Peppa pig’s cute character and sweet accent are simply adorable. If you have a kid they would love to wear and flaunt the Peppa Pig costume. It is also a cute Halloween and carnival outfit. If you want to...
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A themed party for adults is a great excuse to meet up with friends and have a good time dressing up and dancing to good music. If you can't think of any new party themes, or if the parties you throw are starting to get a bit samey-samey, how about choosing a classic?
In this oneHOWTO article we'll...
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Celebrating 15 years of marriage isn't an everyday occurrence, which is why you should go all out and celebrate with your nearest and dearest. Don't miss our suggestions for an unforgettable crystal wedding anniversary. Celebrate it in style worthy of the occasion, with ideas which cater to all budgets....
India is the land of Unity in Diversity. Its rich history has owed it a wide range of political and cultural transformations, as a result of which it has become a conglomeration of varied traditions. New Year celebrations in the country are fun and full of rituals, frolic and food. Music and dance are...
According to the Hindu lunar calendar, Hindu New Year starts the New Year celebrations in the country, which is during the second week of April. However, Indian communities are very diverse, and people living in different parts of the country have their own ways of celebrating this day. That is why, Indians...
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One of the most beloved traditions in special dinners and holiday events is giving a toast and clinking wine or champagne glasses together. This is often done for Christmas, when many people have gatherings with their nearest and dearest over fancy food and good wine or champagne.
Beautiful crystal...
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Indians celebrate the nine days festival of Navratri with great pomp and show. Dandiya nights are the traditional ways of celebrating the Navratri in the state of Gujarat, but they are conducted in all parts of the country these days. On these nights, people dress up in traditional Indian attire and dance...
As the recycled Christmas trend becomes more and more popular, many look for inspirations such as how to decorate glass jars for Christmas. Decorating glass jars for Christmas is so easy, so cheap, and looks so chic that there is really no reason not to try it. In the OneHowTo.com article we will explain...
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A birthday party for a 15 year old girl or Quinceañera is a widespread custom in many Latin American countries and in Latin American communities around the world. It's not just any old birthday party, since it symbolizes young girls' passage from childhood to womanhood, and is a very special celebration...
Every December businesses and shops see their sales increase dramatically as people start cashing in their yearly savings. It is the spending season by excellence where people spend money on gifts, food, travel and decorations that often end up in the waste. It is a tradition for many families to go pick...
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Most of the photos that people take every day are posted directly on social media. These photos can be seen by thousands of people across the world, who are given a free ticket into your life. Not everyone is comfortable making their life public and sharing their personal lives with the world. Creating...
Perhaps the most well-known Santa Claus story is the tale of a white-bearded man dressed in a bold red suit who on the 24th of December leaves the North Pole and travels all around the world delivering gifts to children who are sleeping. On the following day, it is a Christmas tradition to wake up at the...
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That fancy dress party you really want to attend is just around the corner and an Indian fancy dress costume is the perfect costume for the night. Perhaps you want to go to a carnival or need a wicked outfit for Halloween. What are you going to wear? How about an Indian costume? It's cheap and can be...
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Who doesn't love mermaids? While in older times people believed merfolk to be dangerous - there were legends of mermaids pulling sailors into the sea - nowadays we think of these characters as whimsical and fascinating creatures.
Andersen's tale "The Little Mermaid" and especially the Disney adaptation...
There are more occasions to dress up as an elf than you might think - Halloween, Christmas, a play, a children's party, just because... If you love fantasy stories and whimsical things, an elf is the perfect choice for your costume.
You can easily transform yourself into this fantastic creature that inhabits...
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Before applying clown makeup, you should be aware of the three different types: the classic whiteface clown has a white face with exaggerated features. The Aguste clown has a natural-colored face, with a large mouth and eyes. The tramp clown has a dark and sad face. Although the makeup colors may be different...
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Smurfs are small characters who are characterized by their blue colored skin, created by the Belgian cartoonist Peyo in 1958. Years later, these little people made the leap to the screen and became the protagonists of their own series. A Smurf costume can be ideal for many occasions as it is very easy...
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The great British comedian and filmmaker Charlie Chaplin achieved great popularity, becoming a symbol for humor and the silent cinema worldwide. If for Halloween or any other kind of costume party you would like to surprise everyone with a Chaplin costume, you just need a few items of clothing and a few...