A lot of Americans love flying the flag but few know how to do it the right way. Displaying the Flag If you're displaying the flag on a staff that projects horizontally or at an angle, place the union—the blue rectangle with its 50 stars—at the peak of the staff (unless the flag is purposefully being flown at half-mast). On a Pole Don't let the flag touch the ground or any other object, as you … [Read more...]
Naturally Dye Eggs
I'm the first one to throw away the plastic bags or take a long hot shower in my tub with a 14" shower head so believe me when I tell you that I would dye eggs this way just because it really looks sweeter than the dyes that come in the boxes. I'm all about saving a buck or two as well so the fact that you can find some of these things in your pantries or gardens is just an added bonus! Check … [Read more...]
DIY- Mardi Gras Beads
Depending on where you are, you know Mardi Gras is coming up. My local grocery store has four isles set apart for Mardi Gras stuff. Who actually enjoys those play beads though? I know several people who offer theirs to my Princess and Pixie for their dress up clothes after the season. Here are some DIY paper beads that are a bit more stylish than the plastic costume beads and are sure to get … [Read more...]
VSthole's Valentines Day Tips
VALENTINES DAY IS THIS WEEK!! Happy Monday Tub Connection Blog readers!! Can you believe it's already here!? VALENTINES DAY IS THIS WEEK!! So excited. I love it better than Christmas! Every time I go to my local grocery store and I see that "seasonal" isle all stocked top to bottom with red white and pink paraphernalia I just want to push my cart off to the side and just go skipping up and … [Read more...]
To Buy or DIY?
You have less than a week! Do you have ideas for your Valentines Day gifts?? Check out this list of gifts you can DIY or buy to help get those lovey dovey juices flowing! Full Article … [Read more...]
DIY- 15 Valentines Day Gift Ideas
8 days and counting! You only have eight days left before you have to find that perfect something for your sweetheart. Here are 15 DIY gift ideas that you can impress your special someone with next week. 15 DIY Gifts … [Read more...]
50 Valentines Day Crafts
Here are some fun things you can do with your family to get your home ready for Valentines Day! 50 pictures and craft ideas with the links to the tutorial can be found Here. … [Read more...]
Recycle your Holiday Decorations
Before you toss out your wreaths or garland, poinsettia and even your tree check out these ways to put them to use for a few months more! Go green and recycle your Christmas greenery. Use the garland and poinsettia to make a great smelling potpourri which can double as a attractive vase filler and table centerpiece. Re-plant your tree in your yard and ‘decorate’ it with outdoor goodies … [Read more...]
A Colorful Christmas, Ideas for Different Color Themes
No holiday gets the decorating attention that Christmas gets. Garland, poinsettias, bulbs, balls and Christmas trees adorn homes all over the world. There are many decorative items that must be set out for traditions sake. If your rooms scream for something stylish and beautiful, take a look at the photos on this link. Shown are a variety of rooms from elegant, to fun, traditional and unusual. … [Read more...]