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How to Train for Pumpkin Carving

Many organizations, cities and countries have pumpkin carving contests each fall or Halloween season. A prize is awarded for the best-carved pumpkins. Since pumpkins are generally only harvested once a year, learning to carve one properly can be difficult. Whether you want to increase your chances o

How to Decorate for a Holiday Party After Christmas

Scheduling a holiday party in the weeks before Christmas can be difficult, because everyone is so busy. It's a good idea to schedule a holiday party for late December or early January if some of your friends and family don't celebrate Christmas. Decorate with a white and silver theme rather than wi

Charities in Phoenix Arizona That Have Christmas Programs

Help those in need by donating your time or services during Christmas.Give image by irum from Fotolia.comThere are several charities in Phoenix, Arizona. Many of them help struggling families and individuals in need. During the holidays, this need seems to increase. For this reason, some...

Spain Festivals & Holidays

Spain has an exuberant, festive culture.flag of spain image by patrimonio designs from Fotolia.comLocated alongside the equally festive and culture-drenched Portugal, Spain consists of more than just bull fighters in brightly-hued costumes, and offerings of delectable culinary treats and...

Ideas for Easy Christmas Gifts to Make

Celebrate the season by giving a handmade gift.Nichola Evans/Photodisc/Getty ImagesNo matter the art or craft you consider a hobby, there are a wide variety of easy projects that you can create for Christmas. Giving a handmade gift shows that you have put thought and time into creating...

Children's Xmas Mobile Ideas

Some of the best Christmas decorations for a family are those created by the children. Though these crafts may not be perfect, the effort a child puts into a craft makes it even more meaningful. An Xmas-themed mobile allows children to use their creativity and create a decoration the family can use

Ideas for Creative Christmas Photo Cards

Make your Christmas photo card special this year.christmas cards image by david hughes from Fotolia.comWhen families or groups get together to do Christmas photo cards, they normally put on their best clothes, go to a professional photographer and choose the best picture taken at that...

The Best Grad Gifts

Graduation is an exciting time for young people, as they finish their studies and start to pursue their career aspirations. Family and friends often like to reward their success and achievement with gifts, and there is no shortage of ideas for something suitable. No matter what your budget, you are

Army Graduation Gifts

Some army graduates will go to the field; others will report to a desk.in the army image by Tomasz Pawlowski from Fotolia.comWhen a graduate for the U.S. Army completes his or her education and basic training, it's a time to celebrate. He or she might be destined for an office job with...

Cooking Classes As a Gift

Cooking classes can be a wonderful, creative way to help a friend or loved one achieve a lifelong dream, start a healthier lifestyle, explore a new cuisine or expand their existing skills. Introductory cooking classes can be given to adults or children; other classes focus on a certain food or techn

Easter Table Decorations for Preschool

Add a festive touch to a preschool party with brightly colored Easter decorations set on the table. Children make these and set them out before the party begins. Cover the surface of the table with a paper table cloth to prevent spills from staining the table before setting out any decorations. The

How to Make Clown Hair at Home

A clown wig is the perfect accessory for a kid's costume or for an over-the-top sports fan to wear to a game or party. Clown wigs can be very expensive when purchased from a professional manufacturer or costume shop. Finding the right clown wig might also prove to be a challenge, depending on your p

LED Christmas Light Problems

Because LED, or light-emitting diode, lights use less energy, last longer, emit more light and give off less heat, they have quickly gained popularity in the Christmas light market. Aside from their positive attributes, however, LEDs have a unique set of problems.

Color Ideas for a Christmas Tree

Decorated trees are a Christmas tradition that brings cheer into the holiday season. Just one glance at the sparkling lights or festive ornaments can bring back flashes of childhood memories. Whether you're looking to bring the warmth of Christmas back into your home or spice up an out-dated tree, c

The Best Christmas Tree Ornaments

Decorating a Christmas tree during the holidays can be a sentimental journey for a family. Setting up the tree, carefully arranging the tree skirt and then carefully placing the ornaments evenly on the tree are all part of the tradition. Choosing the best and most meaningful Christmas ornaments fo

Halloween Porch Decorating Ideas to Wow Your Trick-Or-Treaters

The front porch is the focal point for Halloween decorating. Don't you think? Your porch can have just a touch of Halloween - jack-o-lanterns and pumpkin banner. Or your porch can be full-out haunted. Even I would not want to put foot on some of these creepy porches.

Having a Meaningful Mother's Day

Kids always have the best things to say. Here are a few Mother's Day wishes I have collected over the years from some very insightful children.