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Ideas for Home Birthday Parties for 9-Year-Olds
Plan a fun party for 9-year-olds.happy birthday ! image by Julia Britvich from Fotolia.comIf you are throwing a birthday party for a 9-year-old, you probably need ideas to keep the guests busy. Nine-year-old girls are different from 9-year-old boys, and by this age, most kids have ideas...
How to Make a Frankenstein Puppet
When fall arrives, so does the nasty weather. And when kids have to stay indoors, there are few better activities than putting on a puppet show. This Frankenstein puppet would make a welcome addition to any child's self-entertainment arsenal. The project is well within the grasp of most children ove
How to Make An Apple Placecard Holder
Setting your dinner table with natural elements is a great way to celebrate harvest time. Apple place-card holders look delicious and add color to your table. Each guest can keep his apple to savor later. Add a big bowl of polished apples in the center of your table for a coordinating centerpiece.
How to Select a Costume for a Halloween Masquerade Party
October is perhaps the most beautiful time of year. Fallen leaves blanket suburban streets and country roads. Pumpkins light the way when you drive at night. Stores are filled to the brim with decorations for the upcoming end of the year holidays. Delicious smells fill the air at every turn. There i
Reception Centerpieces Ideas
Planning for receptions can be challenging: seating, tables, creating and/or ordering the menu and much more. Fortunately, the centerpiece doesn't have to break your budget, with many quick, easy and creative ways to decorate your table, no matter what the theme of the reception might be.
Unique Gifts for Cat Lovers
The Best Gift of Allcat image by JASON WINTER from Fotolia.comIf there is a cat lover on your gift list your work in choosing a gift is half done, but only half. It may be a challenge to find a unique gift that the recipient does not already own. When deciding on a gift for a cat-loving...
Secret Agent Birthday Party Ideas
If your child likes a little mystery in his life, consider planning a secret agent-themed birthday party. The birthday child and his guests will enjoy an afternoon of exciting adventurous activities together. You provide the scenario and a few props, and the children will provide the imagination.
How to Make a Christmas Stocking From Old Jeans
If you want to add a little meaning to a special child's Christmas stocking, you can make it out of a pair of his mother's or father's old jeans. The legs of the jeans have just enough fabric in them to fit a stocking pattern. They go well with a country Christmas look, regardless of the decor in th
Fun Christmas Party Invitation Ideas
Create memorable Christmas invitations using simple craft items.weihnachten 2 image by manu from Fotolia.comIf you're hosting a Christmas party this year, make fun, handmade invitations as a charming touch. Making your own party invitations allows you to save money and completely...
Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Dad
Dads can be difficult to shop for at the last minute.christmas gifts image by Kelly Kane from Fotolia.comFinding the perfect Christmas gift for your dad may be difficult, especially if he already has everything he wants. However, you can still find great--and memorable--Christmas gifts to...
Caveman Costume Ideas
Finding the perfect Halloween costume is a fun chore, but it can sometimes be stressful. Luckily, there are several costumes that can be made without a lot of sewing or time involved. Dressing as a caveman is an easy Halloween costume that is sure to be a hit.
Make a Holiday Visitation Plan That Works
As the holiday season approaches, you may be wondering what to serve for dinner or what gifts to get for your kids or other family members. If you are a divorced or separated parent, though, the holidays bring about other problems for which you must worry. Child custody may play a big role in the ho
Funny Valentine's Day Poems Help Romance During Tough Economy
It doesn't take a lot of money to be romantic during these tough economic times.Put on your surfing shoes and get on the web and find a free funny Valentine poem that says exactly what you'd like to say to your Valentine.Be creative in the way you give your special someone that Valentine p
Christmas Gift Ideas for Young Girls
Shopping for young girls at Christmas time can sometimes pose quite a challenge.two girls image by JulianMay.co.uk from Fotolia.comWhile Christmas is one of the most festive times of year, it can also be the cause for much stress and anxiety. Shopping for all the diverse people on your...
How to Create Christmas Centerpieces
If you're having a holiday party or Christmas dinner at your home, create a memorable centerpiece for the table. It doesn't have to be time consuming or expensive to make a centerpiece that will look festive and bring cheer to the table. If you don't have a lot of time, put this together in just a f
How Green Is My Christmas!
Ever wondered why we use so much greenery during Christmas? The Christmas tree, wreaths of mistletoe, sprigs of holly, ivy, poinsettias...Just how and when did these become so ingrained with the Christmas tradition? Read all about their interesting history here.
How Can I Ship Cookies in the Mail?
It is important to ship cookies correctly so that they do not become damaged during transport, rendering them uneatable. Wrapping your cookies in cellophane before placing them in the box for shipping allows them to retain their freshness, as well as arrive in a presentable fashion. Proper wrapping
Top 10 Women's Halloween Costume Ideas
A woman dressed up like a pirate.pirate woman in the forest image by Xavier MARCHANT from Fotolia.comRegardless of your age, dressing up for Halloween is fun and there are tons of costumes appropriate for everyone. Each year there are several new costumes based on what has been popular in...
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Christmas Dinner
I'm not quite sure why I never thought about it before. I suppose many people never consider it. It's easy to get wrapped up in our own lives, going about our daily activities and seldom giving any th
The Strategy To Give Your Youngsters A Joyful Christmas
Christmas season is currently within the air. It's time to provide gifts as soon as again, sing some carols,