Holidays
{Lifestyle} Holiday Etiquette
Whether you are hosting or attending, with family and friends or just acquaintances, this holiday we can help you keep your napkin on your lap and your pinkies out with our holiday etiquette "do"s and "don’t"s! The most wonderful time of the year is filled with social gatherings at family homes,...
Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas
One of the most magical parts of Christmas is the opportunity to give. We’ve helped make gift-giving simple and affordable this season by sharing our top Christmas neighbor gift ideas. Gather your family, vote on your favorites, and make some magical Christmas memories together. That’s...
{Lifestyle} Christmas Crafts for Kids
10 Christmas crafts to keep your kids entertained this holiday season. Photo from Parents magazine Christmas Finger Puppets Photo from Martha Stewart Snow Globes Photo from The Other White House Handprint Christmas Tree Photo from Pepper...
Pioneer Day 2011
If you have ever watched a child listen breathlessly to the ending of a fairy tale, you know that stories are amazingly powerful. Stories have the ability to transport us, teach us, entertain and inspire us. Humans have been telling stories for thousands of years, and every culture has its own...
{Lifestyle} A New Meaning for the 24th of July
On the 24th of July I usually look forward to playing outside, popsicles, and water activities. This year I will be sure to take time to really think about what the day means. Let me explain. A couple weeks ago I found myself in the middle of a crazy workday. Some things went down...
Weekend Craft: 4th of July Cupcake Flags
This craft idea is brought to you by Oh My Crafts . Everyone loves cupcakes and these cute little patriotic flags complete the yummy frosting on top! All you need are some patriotic papers, toothpicks, and glue to make your cupcakes the talk of the BBQ. Supplies Needed: We R Memory...
{Food Dish} Menu: Father’s Day Feast
Men love food. Period. If you want your husband/dad/grandpa/man to have a happy Father’s Day, feed him. Here’s a fun menu of manly meals to serve for the perfect Father’s Day feast. Photo from Patio Daddio BBQ. Bacon Cinnamon Rolls Bacon. Yum. Cinnamon rolls. Delish. Bacon +...
Weekend Craft: 4th of July Party Utensil Wraps
This craft is brought to you by Oh My Crafts . Sometimes it’s the little things that friends remember from a party--the attention to detail that makes all the difference. These simple and quick wraps for utensils make it super easy for your guests to go through a buffet line. It's a perfect...
Weekend Craft: Father's Day Drink Wraps
This weekend craft is brought to you by Oh My Crafts . Supplies Needed: Bo Bunny: Blast Off Collection Pack Tim Holtz: Distress Collection Spellbinders: Labels Four (Use coupon code LDS10 at ohmycrafts.com to get 10% off supplies needed) “Best Dad” Drink Wrap: 1. Cut...
Weekend Craft: Mother’s Day Gift Wrap
Our moms do so much for us every day that it’s nice to remember them with something that we have put a little bit of ourselves into. This simple yet elegant wrapping paper with handmade ribbon and bows provides just the right touch. Supplies Needed: Basic Grey: Sweet Threads Oh...
Celebrate Mother's Day: No Kids Required!
Even if you don’t have children of your own, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate Mother’s Day. Redirect your thoughts. Consider Mother’s Day as a celebration of your own mother, rather than a celebration of your own “motherly” status. Although it sometimes takes all my strength...
Why Don’t Moms Like Mother’s Day?
As I sat watching women shop for gifts at a spring art show near my home, I decided to use my social statistics skills from college to take a little unofficial poll, the results of which have inspired some important things to consider while preparing for Mother’s Day this year. I briefly...
Weekend Craft: Cinco de Mayo Decor
These easy decorations for Cinco de Mayo will make you look like party planner! Adding a little vinyl to items you already have makes them look new and picture-perfect for a fun night with family and friends. Supplies Needed: Oh My Crafts Vinyl : Caribbean Blue, Persimmon, Hot Pink, Maize,...
Weekend Craft: Nesting Place Cards
Place cards are fun way of decorating your table for that most special meal with family and friends. These cute, little nests are filled with tiny eggs and grass that are handmade. Supplies Needed: Viva Décor: Pearl Pens , assorted colors Bazzill: cardstock , assorted colors...
Preparing for Easter: Ideas for Celebrating
For both children and adults alike, Christmas is, and probably always will be, a much bigger and more attractive holiday than Easter. Further, the date of Easter makes it difficult to plan for and get excited about, while Christmas is fixed for western Christians on December 25. The date of Easter,...
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