Whether you’re celebrating with your significant other or your gal pals, Valentine’s Day is all about the love. If you’re racking your brain for a non-traditional way to celebrate, grab your special someone, and cozy up by the fireplace for a night that no one will forget!
Create a welcoming ambiance.Invite your significant other into a warm and cozy atmosphere. Lay your favorite blanket in front of the fire, dim the lights, crank up your favorite tunes, and light a couple of candles. The more...
There are two kinds of people in the world: those who like to wrap presents and those who don’t. If you’re the latter, the task of getting tangled in paper and ribbon is the most tedious part of the holiday season, but with these alternatives, you can wrap all of your gifts with ease!
Brown Paper
Have some lunch bags or grocery bags to spare? Cut them so that the paper is spread out as big as it can extend, and use just like regular wrapping paper. You can even get a little more creative and i...
Springtime is the best time to tackle outdoor cleaning. After a long winter spent indoors, you will want to get the job done before it gets too hot to work outside during the day. But what do you need to clean your home's exterior? Here is our guide to outdoor cleaning to keep your home and backyard looking fantastic.
Pressure washing
How often should you pressure wash your siding or driveway? Most experts agree that you should pressure wash your home every 6 to 12 months to protect it from mol...
Looking for a creative way to give thanks this holiday season? This gratitude tree is the perfect project to work on with family and friends.
Materials
- Long, thin branches
- Tall vase
- Sand or small pebbles
- Leaf template
- Fabric
- Hot glue gun and glue
- Thin wire
- Cutting pliers or scissors
- Cardstock
- Hole punch
- Marker
Directions:
1. Place all the branches in the vase, and pour in the sand or pebbles to keep the branches in place.2. Using a leaf template, cut leaf sh...
One of the joys of summer is relaxing outside and taking in the sights and sounds of songbirds. But birds, like people, prefer some locations over others.
The good news is that there are many ways to tell them, “Come here!” In time, you’ll find dozens of birds flocking to your yard—and ignoring your neighbors!
Summer is an ideal time to make your yard more-bird friendly. Plus, your efforts will pay big dividends throughout the seasons! Here are the best ways to put out a welcome mat for your lo...
As times change and we dive deeper into the world of technology, more and more events are turning to a digital platform. From company meetings to concerts, you can find just about any type of event in virtual form. So, why not transform your next celebration into a virtual one where friends and family from all over the world can join in on the party? Here are some tips for planning and executing an engaging and memorable virtual wedding or baby shower.
Send Out InvitationsOne of the most excit...
There’s no bigger Halloween tradition than carving the pumpkin. (Granted, kids may disagree.) Actually, this annual event goes back centuries in the US, as Americans are believed to have started carving pumpkins in the 1800s, following European tradition.
Traditions aside, though, these gourds sure tend to be messy, and they also can be a challenge to maintain. So give yourself a treat: follow the 5 tips below to make your pumpkin-carving experience easier—and enjoy the holiday to the fullest...
