Planning a party and want to do something decoratively different? If you are tired of streamers and cardboard banners hanging on your party room walls, consider taking decorating up a notch with helium balloons. With just a modicum of effort, balloons can transform a room like few other decorations can.
Balloon bouquets are always nice, and they are simple to make. For a chic, stylish look, go for muted tones, metallics or pearlized balloons; bold colors and jewel tones add a more festive feel. You can spice up a plain bouquet with embellishments like curling ribbon, markers or paints, and silk
Archives for May, 2010
Putting the Memories Back in Memorial Day
by Jane Wangersky May 25th, 2010 | Memorial Day
"That's the day the pool opens," said a group of kids visiting the U.S. Capital, when they were asked what Memorial Day was.
It may be true that the holiday was deliberately placed at the beginning of summer -- one theory is that this time of year was chosen because, by then, all regions of the U.S. would have plenty of flowers to decorate soldiers' graves. But summer-kickoff events like pool openings and barbecues sometimes overshadow the real reason for Memorial Day. (Not that a barbecue isn't a great way to celebrate.)
So how do we reclaim Memorial Day as a
It may be true that the holiday was deliberately placed at the beginning of summer -- one theory is that this time of year was chosen because, by then, all regions of the U.S. would have plenty of flowers to decorate soldiers' graves. But summer-kickoff events like pool openings and barbecues sometimes overshadow the real reason for Memorial Day. (Not that a barbecue isn't a great way to celebrate.)
So how do we reclaim Memorial Day as a
Dessert Ideas For July 4th
by Anna P. May 20th, 2010 | 4th of July, Recipe
July 4th is the holiday where we celebrate our independence as a nation, but it's also the day where everyone likes to get together and celebrate with a cookout.
This the the perfect excuse to invite your neighboors and just chill out in the sun while enjoying grilled kabobs, barbeque chicken, pasta salad, and a few ice cold beverages. After lighting up sparklers with the kids, its time to enjoy a little dessert. This year instead of serving ice cream cones, why not suprise your friends with a unique sweet treat? Read below for a few super creative and tasty
This the the perfect excuse to invite your neighboors and just chill out in the sun while enjoying grilled kabobs, barbeque chicken, pasta salad, and a few ice cold beverages. After lighting up sparklers with the kids, its time to enjoy a little dessert. This year instead of serving ice cream cones, why not suprise your friends with a unique sweet treat? Read below for a few super creative and tasty
Celebrating Father’s Day
by Jaclyn Abergas May 18th, 2010 | Father's Day
Father's Day is coming in about a month on June 20, 2010. What do you have planned to honor your dad on this special day? Surprise Dad with something special and unique for an unforgettable day for him.
1. Breakfast in Bed
Start Father's Day with breakfast in bed. Plan it out with your mom or your older siblings. Cook his favorites. It doesn't have to be breakfast food but it has to be food he loves. Serve it to him in bed before he wakes up and start his day right.
2. Games
Figure out Dad's favorite thing to do. Does he like
1. Breakfast in Bed
Start Father's Day with breakfast in bed. Plan it out with your mom or your older siblings. Cook his favorites. It doesn't have to be breakfast food but it has to be food he loves. Serve it to him in bed before he wakes up and start his day right.
2. Games
Figure out Dad's favorite thing to do. Does he like
Father’s Day Gift Ideas
by Ronald A. Rowe May 13th, 2010 | Father's Day
The stereotype of giving Dad a tie for Father’s Day isn’t that far off from reality. For some reason, Father’s Day gifts tend to be clichés like cologne, slippers, and yes, a tie. Here are some ways to get the kids involved in picking a gift that Dad actually will enjoy:
1) Tickets to a sporting event. This doesn’t have to break the bank. If you’re on a budget (and who isn’t?), you usually can get tickets to a minor league baseball team for just a couple of bucks. Father’s
1) Tickets to a sporting event. This doesn’t have to break the bank. If you’re on a budget (and who isn’t?), you usually can get tickets to a minor league baseball team for just a couple of bucks. Father’s
