Fast, Fun & Easy Christmas Decorations: Festive Fabric Keepsakes to Create & Embellish by Linda Johansen is filled with great simple ideas that I call investable crafts. I say this because the crafts will last for years. Some of my favorites in the book are the fabric wreath, fabric boxes, and the array of ornaments. Most of the projects involve several steps including cutting, sewing, ironing and arranging.
My First Oreck Toy Vacuum Review
My First Oreck is an adorable toy vacuum that keep kids entertained in a practical and engaging way. It is recommended for ages three and up, and both my two and three year old boys love it. The vacuum makes real vacuum sounds, has a clear dust container with swirling colored foam bead, LED lights under the base and a real on and off switch. The My First Oreck is 29 inches tall with an adjustable handle ans also comes with chore flash cards.
Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas – Frugal and Easy!
Are you out of ideas of what to give your loved ones for the holidays this year? Looking to be more frugal in your gift-giving? Why not add a personal touch by making homemade gifts for those on your Christmas list? Here are five fun, frugal and creative gift ideas that are sure to appeal to everyone!
Review of 5th Avenue Chocolatiere – Amazing Truffles and a Whole Lot More!
If you’re looking for the perfect gift for someone with a sweet tooth this holiday season, look no further than 5th Avenue Chocolatiere! This family owned company specializes in signature truffles made from a secret family recipe. Using the finest pure 100% Belgian chocolate handcrafted to fashion one-of-a-kind truffles and other treasures they can create a wide array of custom orders for any occasion. After tasting their luscious truffles I can tell you that chocolate from 5th Avenue Chocolatiere is irresistible!
Book Review: A Patrick Lose Christmas: Whimsical Projects to Deck the Halls
If you are looking for some easy projects to make for decorating your home for the holidays or to give as gifts A Patrick Lose Christmas: Whimsical Projects to Deck the Halls is a wonderful book. This book will get you started and finished with twelve projects designed to be completed in a weekend.
Review of the Gift Box Studio
The Gift Box Studio project set is perfect for people who like a more personalized way of wrapping or packing small gifts.
“Caramelo” by Sandra Ciseros a Tale of an Immigrant Mexican Girl’s Search for Identity (Book Review)
Cisneros writes a book about a complex immigrant family trying to fit within a set of predetermined societal and cultural rules while trying to uncover the truths of the past. Caramelo is an ethnic-cultural novel about identities and the homeland.
“Confessions of a Shopaholic” Movie Offers Important Financial Message
Confessions of a Shopaholic is a bright comedy film about how out-of-control shoppers ruin their lives. It shows how shopping can be just as much of an addiction as alcohol, cocaine, and other drugs, and how money issues can make people lie to their friends and family.
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Favorite Camera
For taking GREAT quality pics I love my Canon Rebel Xsi. It’s lighter that you would anticipate for the size, but still a bit bulky. I love it for shots of important situations, etc but just carrying it around on my neck I’m afraid of bumping it into things and such. A little bulky for […]
Free Full-Length Cookbooks from Costco
Wanted to share these cookbooks with you. Apparently Costco members can get free hard copies as Black Friday Specials but the ebook formats are also available online. Really beautiful cookbooks. Look at the icons on the right hand side menu bar – click to open the books. http://www.costcoconnection.com/connection/200911#pg1
Where do you get your baby chicks from?
In previous years we’ve always purchased baby chicks from the local feed store. But this year my in-laws and our family want to go in together on some baby chicks so mail-order will probably be more reasonable in price. Plus the selection is better than what’s available through the local feed stores. Thoughts? Suggestions? What […]
