If prosaic Christmas ornaments such as snowmen, Santa and tinsel have begun to bore you, try a different theme. A grapevine garland could provide the sophisticated change you want. Versatile and easily available, these garlands come in a range of sizes and colors, or you can make your own. Shape and
Choosing Christmas gifts for family can be great fun, but finding the right ones can also be a chore. In this article we give you some ideas and some tips on what to get for the more difficult to buy for person in your life.
What do you plan on doing this Thanksgiving holiday? While a large number of people just have dinner with their family and then return home, you appear to be seeking something more. If so, you might be interested in hosting a Thanksgiving party. When you make the decision to host a Thanksgiving part
Wearing a prom garter is a custom that has been around some high schools for years, while students at other high schools have never heard of the tradition. But if the tradition is old hat or a new trend, it carries several customs.
Get kids excited about Halloween by having a school party complete with games, fun food and spooky crafts. Crafts made during the party can be used for decorating your classroom or for the kids to take home. To keep kids interested in making the crafts, be creative, offer prizes for doing a good job
Teens enjoy being silly and staying up all night at sleepovers.teens_glasses image by Andrey Kiselev from Fotolia.comYou don't need a special occasion to have a sleepover. If your teenage son or daughter wants to have a sleepover, make sure to have several ideas in mind to make the event...
Sock hops, diners and soda shops bring the 50s to life. The decade provides a great deal of inspiration for birthday parties. The birthday party theme works well for honorees who were born in the decade or those who simply appreciate that period in history. A birthday party cake that...
Arizona is known for having many Christmas events that run from the end of November through the first few weeks in January. The festivities range from Christmas parades, outdoor Christmas music concerts, Santa visits, tree lighting ceremonies and live performances.
A memory box is a fantastic thing for you to make and a wonderful gift to pass on to your child when you feel they are ready to enjoy and appreciate it. There are few things which are more fun and rewarding to make and decorate than a memory box for the first year of a child's life and with a littl
Christmas wreaths are once again gaining high demand as the Yuletide season is almost here. Most of us might still be contemplating whether to buy fresh Christmas wreaths or just the artificial wreaths.
Advent is the four-week season that leads to Christmas. For centuries, Christians have counted the time by lighting a candle in an Advent wreath each week, typically on Sundays. The candles represent love, joy, hope and peace and are typically purple. Paper Advent wreaths are a safe alternative for
The medieval period was highly dominated by the upper class. Only kings and queens and other people of nobility were allowed to dress nicely during that era as there were certain laws regulating the clothing expenditure of the lower class.
A great way to get that perfect centerpiece is to have a plan. Think of the colors that should be incorporated, favorite characters, and accessories. Think about the theme of the house; will it be similar or unique?
Christmas ornaments do not have to be expensive to show your holiday spirit. Christmas ornaments can be made at home with a little creativity and patience. One of the best ways to make your ornaments at home is with acrylic beads that can be bought at local craft stores in your area.
Add a festive touch on the Fourth of July with patriotic decorations.fourth of july still life image by LadyInBlack from Fotolia.comWhether you're decking your house out for an Independence Day party or simply decorating to celebrate the Fourth of July, red, white and blue adornments add...
Buying gifts for an elderly family member or friend is not difficult. If you know your elderly pal's hobbies, interests and sense of humor, you should have little trouble selecting fun gifts for him to enjoy, whether it's for a special occasion or "just because."
Holy Week represents an important time on the Christian calendar. It marks the week leading up to Easter Sunday. Holy Week traditions in the United States remain similar to those practiced in other parts of the world. A series of days parallel events in the life of Christ, and Gospel stories influen
You don't have to rob a bank to make your own gangster girl costume. They're fun, sexy and creative and best of all, you can have killer looks without spending a lot of money. Chances are good that you already have most of what you need hanging in your closet. For the parts you don't have, raid your
When grilling out a clean burning fire will provide you with pure barbeque flavor. Starting a charcoal fire can be done simply and easily without the need for hazardous fuels.
