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Cute, Easy to Make Homemade Thanksgiving Crafts

Thanksgiving is a time for family. Whether you celebrate with a large reunion or a small family gathering, it's the perfect time to craft with the kids to make special memories and cute, easy decorations for your home. Create a festive atmosphere with turkeys, pilgrims, corn and pumpkins handmade an

How to Make Fabric Hula Skirts

Hula skirts are a form of traditional Hawaiian dress, and are generally made out of raffia, or palm fibers that are stripped and woven together. The original idea was to create a skirt that was knee length or longer and would provide a swishy movement in accompaniment to the wearer's dancing. Althou

Outdoor Holiday Decorations

Christmas is not the only holiday for lawn ornaments; Halloween and Easter are also times to use decorations in your yard. There are a myriad of options beyond stringing lights around your trees. Take advantage of these options when adding a festive flair to your home's facade. When choosing your de

Decorations for Bar Mitzvahs in Florida

When a Jewish boy turns 13, his parents host a party or bar mitzvah. This rite of passage symbolizes for the boy that he is becoming a man, and it only happens once in a child's lifetime. Often the parents plan bar mitzvahs around interests of the honoree.

The Christmas Cactus Is The Perfect Decoration

If you are looking for a decoration that is a little bit more unique then why not get yourself a Christmas cactus and remember it is not just for Christmas! Christmas cactus plants are beautiful houseplants that blossom during the Christmas season if cared for properly. In order for the Christmas ca

Hockey Mom Gifts

Wrap the present in team colors.present image by Bianca from Fotolia.comAn institution, the hockey mom, is the team mom for the kids while they play organized sports outside the school. Show your appreciation of her invaluable time and assistance to your child with a thoughtful gift....

Holiday Things To Do With Kids

Your children can't wait for Christmas? Here are some super family-oriented ways to make the holiday season even more special.

How to Trim and Set Up a Christmas Tree

In the midst of the holiday season with Christmas right around the corner everyone is hustling and bustling to get their Christmas shopping done and their homes decorated for the holidays so they can enjoy their family Christmas traditions. Offices, shops, and churches are also being decorated for t

Gifts for Class Moms

It is appropriate to give gifts to class moms who assist teachers.old school image by morsted from Fotolia.comClass moms are an important part of elementary school classrooms. These parent volunteers assist the teacher with whatever is needed, from organizing field trips to reading to...

Helpful Gifts for the Elderly

Choosing a gift for an elderly person requires forethought. Although you may be tempted to buy a complicated smart phone for your grandfather or another knickknack or coffee mug for your grandmother, these gifts are likely to be of no use to them. Whether for a birthday or holiday, give the elderly

Ghoulishly Scary Halloween Dessert

If you have read a few of my other articles about Halloween, then you probably know that I recommend not giving out anything that is home-made. This can make Halloween a bit of a disappointment for those of us who love to make some devilishly delightful treats for the kids in the neighbourhood but b

Quinceanera Invitation Ideas

Party invitations can set the tone for a quinceañera.enveloppes image by Gautier Willaume from Fotolia.comA quinceañera is an important event for females in many Latin cultures. It is more than just a 15th birthday celebration, it is a rite of passage that warrants a...

5 Ways to Give Creative Gifts at Christmas

Many of us are frustrated with the focus on consumerism and increased spending at Christmas. At the same time, we love giving gifts! Can we merge gift giving and creativity at Christmas without breaking the bank? Yes! Here are 5 ways to jumpstart ideas on creative gift giving this Christmas.

Good Birthday Gifts for a 1 Year Old

A baby's first birthday is an exciting time to celebrate.Opening a gift image by DXfoto.com from Fotolia.comCelebrating a first birthday is a big event. While the baby won't remember her party, you want to do everything you can to make it a special event. Good gifts for a 1-year-old...

Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Coworkers

Bring inexpensive gifts to your co-workers.Supernova/Photodisc/Getty ImagesWhen the holiday season is approaching, you might begin considering whether to bring gifts to your coworkers. While etiquette does not require that you do so, some people enjoy bringing presents to the office for...

How to Create Your Own Printable Invitations for Free

You're having a party or a gathering and need to send invitations. You can easily go into a store and buy pre-printed invitations and fill in the specific information. Or you can use your home computer, printer and access to the Internet to create your own unique invitations. There are many websites

Spiritual Jewelry Gifts for Her

Necklaces are a popular spiritual gift item.cross image by Alexandra Thompson from Fotolia.comSpiritual jewelry gifts run the gamut from necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets, to medals and pendants. Gold, silver, precious and semi-precious jewels all embellish religious jewelry....

Edible Holiday Business Gifts

Picking holiday gifts for clients or business associates can be difficult, but edible presents tend to go over well with everyone. Hundreds of companies offer the delivery of edible goods or gift baskets in the form of cookies, candies, fruit, cake and more. Giving some quality edible treats around

Spa Birthday Ideas

Birthdays should be about pampering and "me" time and ladies of all ages love the attention they receive at the spa. You can have almost any spa or beauty treatment brought to your party venue. Bring the spa experience to the birthday girl with at-home ideas guaranteed to make her special day relaxi

How to Create an Easter Basket for a Female College Student

Even sophisticated college students enjoy visits from the Easter bunny. Whether your favorite student will be spending the holiday at home or far away, you can put together a basket of treasures she'll enjoy long after spring has passed.