Sandra Magsamen is a one-woman empire…and an inspiration to us all. A self-described “Renaissance” woman, she began making handmade, original gift items with messages from the heart in her garage in 1991. Her company “Table Tiles,” expanded into a multi-million-dollar gift business in less than a decade. Today, her ideas are licensed by major […]
Cooking Light, the largest food magazine in the United States, has just published a comprehensive and enjoyable cookbook, aptly called “Cooking Light Complete Cookbook.” This 632-page, spiral-bound book has something for every taste and level of cooking expertise. There are hundreds of recipes from the United States and abroad as well as instructional tips on […]
Wrapping paper may be colorful and festive, but it wastes a huge number of resources to achieve that effect. Instead, when bundling your gifts for Christmas, Mother’s Day, Easter, or birthdays, consider one of these “green” alternatives:
1. “Wrap” your gift in a useful container. Instead of disposable wrapping paper, conceal your gift in a […]
Mother’s Day is May 11. It’s not too soon to be thinking about what to give mom. My local Animal Protective League has a host of presents for mothers that help to house and feed homeless animals. Items include jewelry, apparel, and even animal-shaped golf club head covers.
The United States Humane Society also offers […]
Whether your Easter celebrations tend towards the religious or the secular, you’re sure to find a movie among our favorites to share with you family (in random order). Rent them at your favorite video outlet or click on the titles for a trip to Amazon.com.
1. Easter Parade (1948). This MGM classic with Fred […]
Giving baskets full of goodies to children at Easter are a holiday tradition. However, just because you’ve reached the age of consent doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop. There are plenty of baskets available for the over-21 crowd, such as this elegant Easter wine basket from Wine Country Baskets.
This […]
If you are planning a St. Patrick’s Day party that’s a little more fancy than a keg of beer and some nachos, you can add an elegant touch to the table by using one or more pieces of Belleek Pottery.
This Irish company, in business since 1858, crafts some of the most beautiful porcelain dinnerware and […]
Are you looking for a fun Easter gift for a special friend or relative? Something for an Easter basket? Deb and Co. has a colorful and festive line of Easter ornaments and figurines, such as the one pictured above. The are meticulously hand-crafted using polymer clay, using whimsical designs and featuring intricate details. […]
February 19 is National Chocolate Mint Day. That phrase always brings to my mind the mints that Marshall Field’s department store in Chicago made famous, arguably the most delicious chocolate mints in the world–Frango mints.
Sadly, Marshall Field’s, founded in 1852, yielded to a corporate merger in 2006 and is now part of Macy’s. However, […]
Let’s think positively and assume that a dozen (or two) red Valentine’s Day roses will be arriving at your doorstep or office desk any minute now. Do you know how to make them look their best in a vase. Here’s how:
What you need:
A vase about half as tall as your roses
Green flower tape
Floral […]
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