Planning any event can take a lot of your time, cost a lot, and just plain be a hassle. Food, drinks and entertainment are just some of the concerns involved in planning a party. Whether you’re throwing a birthday party for your child or just having a casual dinner party with friends, there are a few key steps you can follow that will help to make planning easier and make sure things go smoothly. Here are 6 tips you can follow help make your next party a hit. 1. Pick a Theme Centering your event around a focused theme is…

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If you’re like most people who have a bit of property, you’d love to have a garden, but you might not want to engage in back-breaking toil to have one. You probably dream of tossing a handful of seeds onto the ground, watering them a little, then watching them grow into healthy plants with gorgeous flowers with not much care. Some plants are actually almost that easy. They do not particularly care about the type of soil, don’t need a lot of water or fertilizing, and do well in sun or shade. Here are some beautiful plants that are low…

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Kids can be expensive. The average family spends more than $1,700 on clothes every year — a figure that only goes up if you have more than two kids or you have children who play sports. For the typical family, back-to-school spending alone tops $650! Being frugal while shopping for clothes doesn’t mean your kids need to wear generic, poorly-fitted, or out-of-style clothes; you can keep your kids in name-brand shoes and clothes without breaking the bank. Here are some easy frugal habits that can improve your personal finances year-round. #1. Set up a kids clothing swap Swapping outgrown clothes…

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When most people think of summer, the first thing to come to mind is usually a vacation somewhere. Taking one of these trips can be rather expensive, especially as those trips add up over time. There is not any need to take a trip somewhere every summer, though. Staycations, therefore, are becoming more popular. Going somewhere close to home or even just staying at home are great ways to have fun while saving some money. Just like any vacation, though, this one needs to be planned out ahead of time to promote creating memories as much as possible during the…

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It’s easy to gain a few pounds over the holiday season. You’re seeing family and taking a break from your usual routine, which can make it harder to stick to healthy eating or exercising regularly. And of course, during the winter months everyone is baking yummy desserts, so you’re probably going to be loading up on sweets. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying yourself over the holidays, but by the time spring rolls around, it’s a good idea to do some spring cleaning – not for your home, although you can do that, too, but for your eating habits. After all,…

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Today’s college degree is yesterday’s high school diploma. Every parent dreams of sending their kids off to college someday. However, college can be expensive, and it may be cost-prohibitive for your kids if you are unable to contribute a healthy sum of money toward their education. College savings requires an effective plan as well as regular effort through periodic contributions. Whether you are just getting started with your college savings effort or you are wondering if you are doing enough in this area, you can easily follow these steps to create an ideal plan or to improve your existing plan.

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When you think of herbs, you probably think first of delicious flavors and aromas that add a boost to your favorite dishes. Basil and oregano are staples for Italian dishes. Sage sausages can serve as a centerpiece for Sunday breakfast. Rosemary and thyme make a leg of lamb a special treat. However, herbs can also be a beautiful addition to your home’s landscape. Here are many tips and ideas for using these tasty herbs as beautiful landscape. Traditional Herb Garden Many of you may have grown popular herb gardens in your yard, which can be beautiful in and of themselves.…

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Vehicles used to be so simple. They were rather straightforward and did not have few amenities. Those days have come to a close, though. Now, vehicles come standard with so many options that once cost additional money. These now standard options need to be considered for the sake of understanding what benefit they add to a car. Built-in Wi-Fi Going mobile is the only option for some people and families, and sometimes the data provided by a cell phone carrier is simply not enough. Several car manufacturers including Buick, GMC, and Chevrolet built 45LTE hotspots into their vehicles. Drivers and…

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For those who are apartment dwellers or live in any other small space, you have most likely experienced the downsides of having a tiny closet. It can be frustrating to try to fit everything into it and you may find yourself getting rid of clothes or stuffing them in other places more often than you would like. If you can relate to the above, take a look at the 10 tips below to help you get the most out of your small closet space. 1. Use Purses to Your Advantage Purses are great storage opportunities that are often overlooked. Many…

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There are few things that can make a home feel more warm and inviting that warm, brilliant sunshine streaming in through the windows. Sunlight can brighten your spirits as well as your home’s ambiance, but you may have one or more rooms in your home that lack ample sunlight. This can easily create a dreary feel in the home, and you understandably may be looking for ways to bring more natural light into the darker areas of your home. There are numerous strategies to consider that impact your rooms in different ways, and a closer look at some of the…

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