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Taking the Christmas Tree One Step Further
Are you the person who loves giving unusual Christmas gifts? Do you love the idea of surprising your friends and family members with gifts that are unusual, perfect for them or just off the wall? If so, why not buy them a tree!
Christmas Tree Ornaments – Creative Personal Gifts
Christmas tree ornaments have come a long way from the dried cranberries, popcorn and candles that were first used to decorate the original Christmas trees.Today you can purchase a Christmas tree orna
Combating Christmas Shopping Stress
Have you started your Christmas shopping, yet? Some do all of their shopping over the summer while others wait 'til December 24th. What type of shopper are you? The following five stories give you examples of how some New Jersey shoppers have risen to the challenge.
Top Tips to Plan an Amazing Halloween Fancy Dress Party!
Just because we are in Australia doesn't mean we can't celebrate Halloween like they do in the USA. Halloween is my Favourite celebration of the year. It's the one time of year when you can dress up knock on someone's door and demand a lolly - so you might as well dress up and do
European Carnival Of Children And Adults
Many countries celebrate carnival. And over many years, Carnival has developed from a traditional religious holiday to a grant public celebration. And Carnival music is an indispensable part of it.
Gingerbread Men
Gingerbread cakes and cookies have long been a holiday tradition.Discover the origins of this confection and its relationship with the Christmas season.
Baby Birthday Card Ideas
Baby birthday cards are given when a child is a newborn or when he reaches his first birthday. After age one he transitions out of his baby days and into the toddler realm. Decorate a custom-made card for the parents of a newborn or one-year-old child. Choose designs or embellishments that appeal to
5 Holiday Recycling Tips
The holidays are a time of joy and celebration - But it can also be a time of waste. People often throw all kinds of things away during the holidays and create all kinds of trash that ends up in the l
Costume Ideas - What You Need To Look Into Before Purchasing
Coming up with costume ideas can be quite challenging. However, it can be quite easy if you have an idea of whom you would like to dress as. There are multiple costume options in the market you can se
Teacher Appreciation Candy Gifts
Finding the perfect gift for the special teacher in your life can be a challenge. If she happens to have a sweet tooth, then a special candy gift may be the perfect way to show her how much you appreciate all of her hard work. Whether you are celebrating teacher appreciation day, giving a gift for t
Medusa - The Story Behind the Halloween Figure
It has always been my dream to wear a Medusa costume. However, the serpent hair and the scary image of Medusa have given me doubts.
Gifts for a Baby's Christening
The christening of a baby is a momentous occasion worthy of celebrating with a unique gift. Embroidered items, photo frames and religious keepsakes are each an excellent choice for a christening gift. As an alternative, consider monetary gifts that will grow along with the baby. Mark this occasion w
Christmas Shopping Ideas For Active Moms
As being a mom, it is expected from us to organize gifts for our children. Regardless of how hectic we are with our profession and taking good care of our houses in the same time, we just cannot miss the Christmas season without creating it unique for our kids, and even our husband, too. Of course,
How to Make Homemade Sonny and Cher Hippie Costumes
With all the attention being paid to the anniversary celebration of Woodstock, now is a great time to go to your Halloween party dressed as those musical favorites from the 60's, Sonny and Cher. These are easy-to-do costumes, not to mention a lot of fun!
Christmas - When To End The Santa Myth
Not sure when to tell your child that there is no such thing as Santa Claus?The following tips may make the job just a little bit easier.
Different Gifts for Women
The key to a great gift is to give her something she wants but can't or won't give herself. Think about what she needs but doesn't have, or wants but can't afford. Is there something she has always wanted to do but hasn't had the time or the opportunity? Is there something that needs to be accomplis
Thanksgiving Centerpiece Craft Ideas
Create your own centerpieces for a Thanksgiving dinner.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesWhen you throw a Thanksgiving party or you host a Thanksgiving dinner for family and friends, don't forget about the centerpieces. Table centerpieces will enhance your dinner or party and help set...
Games to Play at Tropical Luaus
What kind of entertainment should you have at your Hawaiian luau?pineapple and lei image by William Berry from Fotolia.comGuests enter the backyard in their Hawaiian shirts and tanned women wearing grass skirts grace them with multi-colored leis. Their long shiny hair swishes over their...
How to Make a Halloween Song
Halloween music should be creepy and in a depressed key. There are some simple ways to achieve this if you have basic knowledge of music and talent for creating melody. If you have no experience writing music, you will want to study music theory first or try creating a song based on a pre-existing
The Best Ideas for a Birthday Party
Coming up with fresh ideas for a birthday party can be a challenge. Consider the personality, age and interests of the person whose birthday you are planning to make it special. In addition, keep in mind that toddlers tire quickly, a middle-aged co-worker may not appreciate that over-the-hill party