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First Holy Communion Party and Reception Ideas

By Carlos on April 22, 2018 Seasonal

First Communion is an important event in your child’s life, and you’ll want to celebrate the day with family and friends. After your child has received the sacrament, then gather your loved ones and celebrate your child. A lot of planning goes into celebrating this sacrament from what to wear, the ceremony, the menu, and the party. Planning does not need to be stressful, but enjoyable with some forethought. The first step is to determine your budget, theme, and location for your party. Once you establish the basics, then you can plan the invitations, menu, activities, and decorations. Setting Your…

Outfits for Transitioning to Warm Weather

By Carlos on April 3, 2018 Seasonal

Some of the biggest fashion challenges arise when the seasons change. In general, spring styles should be vibrant, colorful and playful, but the changing weather also poses a number of practical challenges. By making some specific wardrobe choices, you can address the problem and make your outfits look cute in the process. Layering Layering is a great way to be stylish and dress for changing temperatures. During winter, layers aren’t a big a deal because you’re not expected to take them off. Once spring arrives, you’ll find that shifting temperatures can quickly have you wondering whether wearing a sweater was…

Ways to Celebrate International Women’s Day

By Carlos on March 8, 2018 Seasonal

The United Nations marked March 8th as the day that women would get the recognition that they have earned and deserve every single day. Women have long been the winds that fanned the fires of change, whether they were protesting working conditions, the war or working toward civil and social justice. If you want to know how to celebrate, implement the suggestions below. Send Positive Messages Sending positive messages on social media is way of supporting women, especially those that may be facing adversity as they strive to make changes in their lives and communities. Send an email to a…

Ways to Get Your Garden Ready for Spring

By Carlos on February 28, 2018 Seasonal

Getting your garden ready for spring is beautiful and calming. You’ll love the feeling of the warm earth and sunshine as your prepare your yard for the blooming spring flowers. Below are some essentials tips to get your backyard ready for spring, Happy Gardening! Clean up Your Garden Grab a trash bag and walk around your property, pick up twigs, sticks, broken pieces of fence and wiring. Carry one trash bag for sticks and firewood and carry the other for compostable materials. Notice where weeds need to be pulled out and what needs to be repaired and repainted in the…

DIY Tricks for Removing Salt Stains

By Carlos on February 24, 2018 Seasonal

The salt from ice melt leaves stains on shoes, clothes and even your carpet. Don’t throw anything out or hire expensive cleaners when you can remove these stains yourself with household items you have on hand. Restore your clothes, shoes and carpet back to life with the helpful tips below. Clothes White vinegar is your best friend for removing salt stains. Thankfully, most people already have a container of white vinegar on hand. Clothes are tricky for removing salt stains, but it’s possible. Stains on colored fabrics must be removed as soon as possible to prevent discoloration. If you let…

Fun Activities to do with Kids over Winter Break

By Carlos on February 19, 2018 Seasonal

During Winter Break, kids can easily get cabin fever and whine about how bored they are. Entertaining children throughout the long winter break requires planning and effort. Here are some family-fun activities to do with your kids on their week off. Make Food Art Older and younger kids alike may love to use food creatively to make edible art. Cupcakes, cakes, cookies, pancakes, bacon and eggs and many other types of foods can be adorned with various toppings or cut into unique shapes; the possibilities are endless. Head to a Museum Plan a trip to a local museum. This could…

Spring 2018 Fashion Trends for Fashion Week

By Carlos on February 17, 2018 Seasonal

Spring 2018 is looking bright and bold. Spring collections typically include ethereal hues, romantic floral pieces, draped garments and flowing fabrics. However the 2018 spring fashion trends include maximalist, Avant-garde, Americana, cowboy chic, and more. The spring fashion season will be a fun yet unexpected departure from the norm. Yellow Yellow tops, jumpsuits, dresses, blazers and skirts are all over the runways. There are plenty of ways to introduce this vivid hue to your wardrobe in a subtle way. A lightweight gauze scarf, in a mustard yellow color, adds lightness to the face and a playful pop of color. A…

Chic Work Outfit Ideas for When It’s Freezing Outside

By Carlos on February 5, 2018 Seasonal

It’s sub-zero degrees outside and it’s too cold to go to work looking cute, right? Follow these outfit ideas and stay warm in the workplace while looking chic. Swap Tights for Leggings If you’re someone who loves patterned tights with dresses and skirts, try switching them out for leggings during the winter. You can utilize geometric shapes, stripes, polka dots, floral patterns, and abstract prints to add to your outfits, this will help keep your legs from freezing during your commute. Plus, legging waistbands are often wider and less restrictive than tights. Boot Season Rather than letting heels take the…

Fun Things to Bet On During the “Big Game”

By Carlos on February 4, 2018 Seasonal

The “Big Game” between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles is only a few days away. While the talking heads on sports media are going crazy with analysis and predictions, you may be thinking of placing a bet just for fun. If the obvious wagers seem dull try the following list of real prop bets. The Coin Toss Simply pick whether the coin will show heads or tails. It may seem like an easy 50-50 wager, but statistics show that it can land more often on one or the other, depending on how it is flipped. Either way,…

Toasty Tips for Staying Warm in Cold Weather

By Carlos on January 25, 2018 Seasonal

Wintertime can be fun to play in the snow for the whole family, but bottom line is no one likes to feel cold. Here are some unique and clever ways to stay toasty and warm in this winter’s cold weather. Layer Up Wear layers indoors and outside, this includes sweaters, long underwear, and even a knit hat. When you head outside, wear a scarf and hat. Wear Wool Whenever You Can Wool is a great fabric that can warm you up during the winter months. However, some people dislike the material because it’s too itchy. Try merino wool and cashmere,…

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