A Pick-Your-Party Guide to Spring

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Ahhh, spring. The warmer weather. The verdant, vibrant palette. The triumphant return of the farmers' market. As Robin Williams wisely once said, "Spring is nature's way of saying 'Let's party!'", and we'll happily raise a glass to that. As soon as the first daffodil of the season makes its debut—like an early (but welcome!) party guest—it's officially time to invite friends and family to gather around an outdoor table. Here, you'll find some of our favorite crowd-pleasing spring party themes and editor-tested recipes to take you through the celebratory season. (Just don't forget our invite, okay?)

Into the woods! With mossy materials, earthy touches, and a whimsical cake on a round wood stand, this speckled spread fittingly rises to the occasion.
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Egg Wreath

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Asparagus, Snap Pea, and Radish Salad

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Deep-Dish Bacon & Leek Quiche

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Orange-Camomile Cake with Bunny Sugar Cookies

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Gather the whole brood to treat mom with farm-fresh favorites and sweet indulgences. (Doughnuts and carrot cake? Don't mind if we do!) Feathered party-crashers optional, but encouraged.
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Fan Party Favors

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Fried Romanian Doughnuts

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Sheet-Pan Quiche & Spring Salad

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Date-Carrot Cake

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Wildflower season serves up the perfect excuse to party among the petals. (Even better if your setup is low to the ground.)
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Pressed Flower Shortbread Cookies

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Floral Place Cards

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Paper Cracker Cones

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Hummingbird Bundt Cake

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hanging baskets with moss, lavender, and ferns in dining room — Brian Woodcock

No garden party is quite complete without a lotta terra-cotta and a clever in-the-dirt dessert.
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Terra-Cotta Pot Wreath

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DIY Fabric Carrot Garland

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Ham Biscuits with Apricot Mustard

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Carrot Patch Cupcakes

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petal filled place setting spring, easter dogwood flowers and branches — Brian Woodcock

Our favorite flowering branch sets the tone for an afternoon teatime complete with a painterly petaled cake.
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