Guest Blogger #284, Entry #812, December 4, 2011 Once a while all of us turn a host to a friend, relative or make some dinner invites to our work friends, friends of other people dear to us. Anytime we do this we are keen to let them experience our elaborate hospitality and we are always…
Guest Blogger #278, Entry #806, December 1, 2011 Now that the holidays are here, it can be fun to decorate the house with lights, wreaths, and all the trappings of the season. You might even pull out special table settings for family get-togethers (seasonal tablecloths, place settings, and centerpieces, for example). And you’ll almost certainly…
Entry #804, December 1, 2011 Merry December 1st! Now that December is officially here it’s time to get serious abut your holiday decor! Well, maybe ‘serious’ is a little to strict.. how about ‘inspired’? Your front door of your home is the welcome location for all of your holiday guests, why not make it an…
Guest Blogger #274, Entry #800, November 29, 2011 Although your family dinners may be delightful daily get-togethers, you may find that your dining room table is lacking a little decorative spice. Although the dining room table serves a primarily functional use, this does not necessarily mean that it is exempt from exciting decorating possibilities. From…
Guest Blogger #273, Entry #787, November 28, 2011 Christmas is rapidly approaching. Have you got your decorations up yet? If you’re still trying to figure out how to spruce up your house in time for the festive season, then try these quick home makeover ideas. Image via: InfoBarrel Speedy storage: Invest in some bright, cheerful…
Entry #785, November 27, 2011 The holidays are here and it’s the perfect time for adding light and sparkle to your home. From your front door to the dinner table, lanterns are a hot trend this year. Many people use them to house candles, and battery powered lights, while others put decorative natural items inside….
Entry #783, November 25, 2011 After Thanksgiving, the official holiday season is here and thoughts turn towards home entertaining, holiday parties, and cooking delicious dishes. After yesterday’s delicious Thanksgiving meal, I realized I needed to hit the gym this morning, to get back on track and not let my healthy living plan go out the…
Guest Blogger #267, Entry #777, November 23, 2011 Many couples want to be married during the summer months while others opt for a winter white wedding during the holidays. Often these times of year are chosen because of the ease with which friends and family can attend (kids are out of school, adults can get…
Guest Blogger #266, Entry #776, November 23, 2011 If you’re like most people, the New Year will bring with it yet another resolution to A) lose weight, B) get in shape, or C) both. And yet, you rarely use the gym membership that you purchased years ago (you just don’t have time and the machines…
Guest Blogger #246, Entry #749, November 8, 2011 Traveling is awesome, isn’t it? The prospect of visiting a new place and discovering what it has to offer you is enough to get anyone all excited and raring to go. However, before you hop on that plane, there is the not-so-small matter of packing. No matter…
Entry #745, November 6, 2011 Every Thanksgiving, the main attraction is the dinner and the beautiful settings. Today, see beautiful table setting ideas. From floral to crafts, and a variety of table settings to fit every budget. Look at some of my favorites from Martha Stewart. Feathered Friends These handsome place-card gobblers add a burst…
Guest Blog #242, Entry #742, November 4, 2011 The holidays are coming very quickly, so you have time to prepare your home how and save money on making excellent decorations for the season. Decorating the home and garden doesn’t need to be a chore; in fact the two are complimentary and lend themselves to creatively…