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Gift Wrapping How to wrap a present: a step-by-step guide with pictures!

In theory, we all know how to wrap a present. You get some wrapping paper, fold it around a box, tape the paper—in...

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Graduation 90+ fantastic graduation party ideas to cap off the grad’s big day

It's graduation season. The hard work, the dedication, the final push on all those big projects, and now it's time to...

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Thank You Gratitude for educators: Teacher appreciation ideas that mean the most

Any time of year is a good time to be thinking about teacher appreciation. But before we begin, take a moment to thin...

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Graduation Boot camp graduation: How to congratulate (and appreciate) a new recruit

Find ways to congratulate and support someone who completed boot camp graduation.

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Graduation 15 graduation quotes

Celebrate your favorite grad’s milestone with the wit and wisdom of Hallmark writers, fans and others. We’ve rounded ...

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Back to School 9 college care packages for every student you know

There are very few things you can be certain of as a college student. Major? Undecided. Best campus dining hall? Depe...

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Graduation Graduation gift ideas for every level of education

My little brother starts kindergarten this year, and I’m already bracing myself for the tears—mine, not his. I know t...

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Graduation What to write in a graduation card

Hats off to graduates! Whether they’re earning a diploma, a program certificate, a degree or even a cool new professi...

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Graduation The College Survival Guide: Make the perfect graduation gift even better

The College Survival Guide was created to turn the most-requested high school graduation present (money) into a de...

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Arts, Crafts & DIY How to make a DIY money lei for graduations, weddings, birthdays and more

In Hawaii, people give leis to celebrate lots of different occasions. A money lei is a great way to celebrate a gr...

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Gifting 10 creative ways to give cash

Whether it’s for a birthday, graduation, Christmas or just because you love them and think they deserve a special tre...

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Graduation How to support a new grad: Insights a year after graduating college

After years of hard work, pulling all-nighters and eating way too much greasy dining hall food, the feeling of walkin...