With Valentine’s Day just a week away, we thought it might be a good time to bring you a floral post. Giving flowers for Valentine’s Day is very traditional. Somewhere along the way roses became the flower of choice. Many florists know that and jack the prices up to outrageous levels. I submit that most Valentines wouldn’t […]
Tomorrow is the big day. St. Nick is making his final preparations and double-checking his sleigh. Kids everywhere are behaving “extra special good” on this final day to avoid any unfortunate coal incidents. Of course, we are all wrapping up some last-minute activities, as well. To show your appreciation be sure you have a Santa plate prepared. What […]
Today we have a very festive holiday cocktail for you. It is fizzy and fresh… perfect for a party or to enjoy while wrapping gifts in front of the fireplace. The gin and champagne are easy enough to find. You may have some trouble locating the Ooba and the hibiscus blossoms. If you have a […]
So you made all of the cookies from Cookie Week and now you are looking for something else to put in your holiday packages. Well, we’ve got you covered. Homemade candy is delicious and far easier to make than most people think. Despite the fact that Willie Wonka seemed like he was working magic, the only real magic […]
I have decorated loads of Christmas trees over the years both for residential and commercial clients. I often get asked, “How do I get my tree to look like this at home”? Some of your success will come from experience, but there are a few tips to get you pointed in the right direction. This […]
With less than two weeks to go until the big day, we wanted to bring you a cool idea for a modern wreath. This is one of my favorite ideas for the holidays. The variety of sizes is what really makes this project successful. It almost looks like bubbles when you look at it head-on. We […]
Managing this modern life can be very challenging. It can be especially challenging during the holiday season. After all, there will be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting, and carolers… oh, the carolers. This is the time of year when being organized is critical. Even the slightest misstep could land you back at the mall or supercenter with […]
Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes. At their light and fluffy best, they make the meal. If done incorrectly, you are in for a gluey disaster. The truth is that they are quite easy to make. There is a great deal of debate over the type of potato to use. For me, there is only one choice…Yukon gold. These […]
Two simple Thanksgiving crafts and tips for creating a memorable day.
Halloween is just a couple of days away. This seems like the perfect time to bring you candy apples as the Treat of the Week. I was a child in the period before all of the candy scares (which, by the way, are mostly myth). My trick or treat bag almost always included homemade popcorn balls, Rice […]
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