Crafting is fun whether you do it with a friend, kids or alone. This great idea is simple enough to do with children,which is always a plus around the holidays. Here is a list of the items needed: Pinwheel Macaroni-large & small, perhaps some smaller pointy pastas Craft glue - a good strong glue Wax paper White spray paint - glossy is best Glitter Sponge brush Ribbon or … [Read more...]

Even though the economy is in the tank, love marches on! Going on a date doesn't have to cost a lot. The link below gives some great ideas on find inexpensive ways to show that special someone you care without breaking the bank. Here is a list of fun date ideas: 1. Go to a matinee movie or a a movie at a second run theater 2. Make the date for lunch time, lunch menus are typically less … [Read more...]

For those fortunate enough to celebrate Christmas near the beach, there are some amazing traditions and decorations just for you! The link below shows everything Christmas in true nautical fashion.  The colors are serene, calm and definitely beachy. Even if it's just your heart that is on the beach at Christmas, you can create the atmosphere you long for with these Christmas tree decorations, … [Read more...]

There are some many disposable containers that can be re-purposed into vases or storage containers, that it is possible to cut down on waste generation in the home. This article shows several flower arrangements in vegetable cans that have brightly colored labels so they only had to be rinsed out, filled with water and placed on the table. Other photos show cans that have been cleaned, scrapped … [Read more...]

Coffee is no longer a guilty pleasure.  Several recent studies have shown that coffee is actually good for us.  The sugar and cream may not be good for you, but the coffee is. Here are a few fun facts about this amazing elixir: Caffeine... 1. improves mental performance 2. improves physical performance and is a mild analgesic 3. is a natural stimulant and increases dopamine levels, … [Read more...]

Flowers are a lovely hostess gift and are always welcome. How much better if the gift can be eaten as well. Make lovely centerpieces for your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners using plants that are edible and can be added to salad, drinks or alone. Put together a vase of flowers and herbs like Carnation, Rosehips, Mint, Thyme and chilies.  The Carnation will add a bit of peppery spice to a … [Read more...]

Green is a color that has made the headlines for decades.  Green means many things to many people. On Twister, going green meant a tornado was coming, the sky became a peculiar shade of green.  Going green to others means to make the carbon footprint of humans less and less by being more efficient and generating less waste.  Recycle, reuse, regenerate, re-purpose anything, everything. In the … [Read more...]

Nature inspires many a beautiful door decoration.  This one is very appealing to the eye and very simple to make.  Nearly every home owner who as a tree in their yard can find enough sticks to make this Stick Star door hanger. The crafter gathered up long sticks and and cut 50 of them to 30 inch lengths. the sticks were divided into 5 groups of 10 and each bundle was wired together. the 5 bundles … [Read more...]