Entry #3001, November 9, 2013 The tradition of giving winter wedding favors dates back to 16th century England. Couples would give “love knots” constructed from lace and ribbon to each of their guests to represent their bond of love. Since then, the scope of wedding favors has certainly widened, ... continue reading...
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Creative Ideas for Planning a Fall Baby Shower
Lost in the shuffle of Halloween decorating and Christmas shopping, it’s sometimes easy to forget that Fall is also a busy season for baby showers. This is the perfect time of year for planning a shower, as the flavors and colors of the season provide plenty of inspiration for the party. Help the ... continue reading...
DIY Saturday #130 – How to Plan a Last Minute New Year’s Eve Party (Video)
Entry #1968, December 29, 2012 Happy DIY Saturday Stagetecture readers! 2012 is quicky coming to an end, how are you going to ring in the new year? If you want to plan a last minute New Year's Eve Party - go right ahead! Whether you call up friends or send Evites or reach out on your social media ... continue reading...
Festive Mantle Decorating Tips for the Holidays
This is the time of year when holiday fireplace mantles probably get more attention than ever; especially if the mantle belongs to a house that has children in it. After all, it's the fireplace that is Santa's route into the house and it's the stockings that carry so many little surprises to be ... continue reading...
The Best Homemade Holiday Treats to Make & Give this Year
Entry #813, December 4, 2011 Yesterday, my daughter and I started our traditional holiday baking, and I forgot how much people enjoy receiving homemade edibles from neighbors, friends and family! Instead of spending a lot of money this year, how about make homemade holiday treats? Here's one from ... continue reading...
Guest Blogger: The Best Ways to Prepare your Home for the Stressful Holidays
Guest Blogger #275, Entry #802, November 30, 2011 If you are like most people, you might have a difficult time getting into the holiday spirit before you see snow falling, or hear the sleigh bells in the sky. However, that only increases the chance of a very chaotic season for you, and your ... continue reading...
How to Get Ready for Santa – Goodies, Letters, & Cyberspace!
Entry #364, December 22, 2010 Are your kids ready for Santa yet? Most kids would tell you they were ready in August! Whether you bake Christmas goodies for Santa the night before, or you want to send him an email, here are a few ways to get ready for the big guy! Goodies Christmas Desserts to ... continue reading...
3 Ways to Save Money AND Enjoy Gift Giving this Season
Entry #358, December 16, 2010 Every year it seems like the gift giving is harder, whether you can't think of the perfect gift, you don't have enough money for what they requested, or the thought of shopping with the locals gives you a headache! Here are three ideas that will help you keep some ... continue reading...
Holiday Home: Are YOU and your Home Ready for the Holidays?
Entry #320, November 3, 2010 We are officially into November and that means the holidays are officially underway! With the fun and frolic of the holidays comes stress! My philosophy is this... plan early... and enjoy the holiday with your family. For the next two months I will periodically post ... continue reading...
Tips from the Professionals
This section of our site, gives tips from professional's. Check back regularly, we post a question about our latest blog post. The suggestions and tips are fabulous! 13.)Question: "Share with us your ideas on how to decorate on a small budget" Max Ruthven Home Stager and ... continue reading...
Gift giving and saving money while doing it!
Entry #14, December 12, 2009 Whether your family celebrates Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or Fesitvus, we all will be buying gifts! Even though this holiday occurs at the same time every year, it's always a "surprise" when it comes to spending our money! Don't worry, there are still ways to save ... continue reading...
Are your home, and YOU ready for the holiday’s?
Entry #10, November 3, 2009 In about 4 weeks, the relatives will be wearing out their welcome in your overcrowded guest room. The Thanksgiving meal will need to be planned, and your kid's are already giving you their mile-long Christmas lists... relax. The holiday's are supposed to be a ... continue reading...