My father has developed a tradition of surprising us at some point by appearing in fancy dress. He buys a new costume each year and typically gets carried away. A couple of Christmases ago he appeared in an inflatable sumo outfit. It's endearing, really, and only quite embarrassing. Pippa Middleton agoappearbuy share on social
I remember the noise of the bells ringing at school as the effigy of Guy Fawkes we'd prepared earlier was carried out on a canvas stretcher, hoisted on to the huge bonfire and set alight. Then the revelry would begin. My school friends and I would all have sparklers we passed around, lighting one from another. Pippa Middleton alightbeginbell share on social
Entertaining on any scale can be stressful and daunting. Pippa Middleton dauntentertainscale Change image and share on social
There is no real need for decorations when throwing a barbecue party - let the summer garden, in all its vibrant and luscious splendour, speak for itself. Pippa Middleton barbecuedecorationgarden Change image and share on social
When hosting a party, move any clutter from the space where you're entertaining. Pippa Middleton clutterentertainhost Change image and share on social
'Celebrate' is meant to be a guide to party planning and, as such, it has to cover the basics. If I were to write a cookery book, for instance, I would be compelled to say that, to make an omelette, you have to break at least one egg. Actually, that's not a bad idea. Or maybe I should write a sequel and call it 'Bottoms Up?' Pippa Middleton badbasicbook share on social
When I was a child, my December weekends were spent making cards, decorating the tree, hanging the wreath and preparing brandy butter and peppermint creams. Pippa Middleton brandybuttercard Change image and share on social