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Writing a Christmas Letter to Santa: A Few Tips
Christmas is here once again. Santa has to get his sleigh ready, make sure his elves have finished making all the presents not to mention check his list several times to make sure he hasn't forgotten any little girls and boys. Despite all this disorder, Santa always makes time to read letters f
How Do You Make Tissue Flowers For Cinco De Mayo?
Making flowers and other items out of tissue paper is a craft which has a long history in Mexico, where the paper used for this activity is known as "papel de China" (Chinese paper) in a nod to the origins of this material. One tradition, which is associated with the Mexican holiday of Cin
Santa Christmas Cards to Print - Free Printable Greeting Cards for Children Gain in Popularity
Over the last few years it has been the case that more and more people are taking advantage of free Christmas cards to print. It should be no surprise to see hot trends in 2010 related to free printable greeting cards for children.
Planning the Perfect Christmas Party
The perfect Christmas party isn't the most elaborate or expensive. The perfect Christmas party is the warm, friendly event that people talk about all year long. What makes a party perfect isn't that you nailed every detail but rather that your party reflected your personality.
How to Make a Hippie Birthday Party
A throwback, hippie birthday party sounds like retro fun and maybe a lot of work. However, it can be pretty simple. Remember, the hippie movement was about peace, love and having a good time without stress. With just a few steps, you can make your son or daughter's birthday party a whole lot of groo
How to Trim Frost Hit Trees
When dealing with frost-damaged trees, your first responsibility is to do no further harm. Frost or freeze damage puts most any tree under stress. Healthy trees can tolerate this stress more readily than unhealthy trees that were already struggling in one way or another. Healthy trees have three yea
Cute Ideas for Halloween Decorations
Enjoy setting up Halloween decorations.halloween image by art3007 from Fotolia.comLet Halloween bring out the child in you as you decorate throughout your home. Create a front yard cemetery to scare the trick-or-treaters as they come to your door. Fashion some pumpkins, ghosts and party...
Bobwhite Quail Facts
The bobwhite quail, also called the northern bobwhite, is a game bird that occurs in much of the eastern United States. The bird, with its loud call of "bob-bob-white," is easily identified when seen, resembling a small plump chicken. The bobwhite quail has a varied diet and the bird has specific ha
Gifts for Girls Age 7-9
Whether it's her birthday, Christmas or another special occasion, getting a nice present for a little girl will certainly make her day. Because 7- to 9-year-old girls have varying interests, finding an affordable present shouldn't be much trouble. The market is flooded with catchy products intended
Valentine Gifts for Teachers
Teachers invest so much into the lives of children, it is only fitting that gifts for them should be given special consideration. Valentine's Day gifts for teachers are a testament of parents' and students' appreciation, gratitude and affection for these important members of society.
How to Have a Special Valentine's Day This Year
Valentine's Day is one of the most popular holidays, probably because its theme applies to people the world over. Anyone affected by love has a reason to celebrate on this date! The holiday most likely originated from the Roman celebration of Lupercalia, an annual rite of passage festival for y
Why Do Mountain Climbers Need Oxygen Tanks?
High-altitude mountaineering is a sport that requires considerable strength, endurance and conditioning, but even the hardiest climbers are not immune to the effects of oxygen deprivation. The use of supplemental oxygen reduces the risk of developing a potentially life-threatening illness.
Christmas Colors - Use Color to Emphasize Your Vintage Christmas Decorations
When you think of Christmas colors, do you see bright red and green? Don't stop there! Using some non-traditional colors can really enhance a vintage Christmas decoration theme.
Birthday Gift Ideas for a Dad From a Son
A son has a special place in his dad's heart. Whether a son is young, old, near or far, giving dad a special gift on his birthday will no doubt bring a smile to his face. Coming up with a gift for dad that he'll truly appreciate requires a bit of thought, but sons can accomplish this by considering
Halloween and Haunted House Room Design Ideas
Eerie faces carved into pumpkins are even spookier from behind spider webs.halloween image by Nicolas D from Fotolia.comHalloween is that special day of the year when everyone likes to scare and be scared. Creating a creepy Halloween room or a haunted house can be a fun way to celebrate...
Tropical Christmas Flowers
Showy poinsettias are the most widely recognized Christmas flower.Tooga/Dynamic Graphics Group/Getty ImagesChristmas in much of the U.S. doesn't mimic tropical conditions, but several tropical flowering plants are commonly associated with the holiday. The plants' deep greens and dark reds...
Medieval Costume Ideas
Without sewing machines and the worldwide exchange of goods, certain fabrics and styles weren't available during the medieval era. However, if you're looking for medieval costume ideas, there are a lot of costume options available in the 21st century.
Items You Need To Throw a Memorable Party
There are a few special days that are going to require recognition in a person's life. Included among those special days are the wedding day, the graduation and of course, the birth of a chil
How to Make Dirt Cups for a Birthday
Children love to play in the dirt and they find insects fascinating and amusing. Consequently, pretending to eat dirt and insects, in the form of a delicious dirt cup, is an unconventional approach to birthday deserts. Dirt cups work especially well for springtime birthday parties and insect themed
How to Clean Easter Egg Dye
Easter egg dye is used to change the color on the eggshell. If you have been dying Easter eggs, you probably have the dye on your fingers or wrists. Removing the dye from your skin can be an annoying process. Most of the dye used for Easter eggs is based with vinegar. Because many of the cleaning pr