Whether you’re working around a Noah’s Ark theme or a Somewhere Over the Rainbow Wizard of Oz concept, a rainbow-themed birthday party is a great choice for little ones. After all, what child doesn’t love bright colors and a cheerful theme? Rainbow themes are also a great way to steer your child’s party away from the overdone and highly commercialized character themes used by so many parents. When it comes to planning, a rainbow theme also offers an exciting opportunity for creative and … [Read more...]
Fresh Lavender, 27 Blogs with Cool Things to Make
Lavender is a member of the mint family that is distinguishable by its purple flower. It is harvested in mid to late June and is often used year-round both fresh and dried. Lavender oil has both antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, making it useful for many homeopathic remedies. These 28 blog recipes explore different ways that you can use lavender as a flavor enhancer, for medicinal purposes and homeopathic treatments and for decorating. Recipes Lavender is best used in … [Read more...]
ARTS & CRAFTS: 15 Blogs to make you LOVE Zentangles!
If you like to doodle then you may love to Zentangle! Zentangling is an art form where you take a basic shape, divide it into sections and then fill the sections with a pattern. The complexity of the pattern is up to you. This hobby is known for being very relaxing because as you are drawing the patterns the process allows you to zone out, thus the ‘Zen’ part of 'Zentangle'. You can make up your own shapes and patterns or use various templates and books to get ideas of where to … [Read more...]
Celebrate the Holidays, Handmade personalization with Delance
Handmade Personalization The speciality of Delance is to make each watch a unique piece that tells the story of each woman who wears it. By engraving the case, by setting precious stones evoking special moments, each woman can create her own, personalised watch Delance. A man can also create a lady watch Delance for the woman of his life, to offer her a unique timepiece that will convey his personal message of love and appreciation. The designer, Giselle Rufer - WOMAN of ACTION™, … [Read more...]
Celebrate the Season with Holiday Crafts!
'Tis the season of gift giving! This year, rather than taking the kids out to the stores to find gifts for family members, why not have your children make gifts for their grandparents, aunts and uncles instead? Here are a few fun and memorable website links to try kids crafts during the holiday season. 1. Sleepy Santa This craft could be put on any number of objects. One idea is to try it on a bag and use it as the wrapping of the other gifts you give … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving, 5 ways to use Cranberries in Centerpiece
When cranberries start making an appearance in the grocery store it can only mean one thing: the holidays are upon us! These bright red berries have become a staple of the traditional Thanksgiving meal, but they can do far more than just serve as a delicious side dish. Try utilizing the berries vibrant color to your decorating advantage this Thanksgiving by making one of these five different centerpiece ideas. Tall Vase with Cranberries – Start with a relatively large, clear vase – any … [Read more...]