Monthly Archives: October 2008
Fun Halloween Party Ideas
There are limitless ideas to the fun you can have at a Halloween party. Over the years, Halloween has grown into a sophisticated, adult celebration. Return to the fun kids had years ago with these basic but fun Halloween party ideas for kids.
Apple bob – Fill a large tub with water and apples. Let kids take turns bobbing for apples.
Tips for Dressing for Work at Home Success
When you think of dressing for success, you may visualize the dress and heels of the office worker or the uniform of the employee from a national chain store. But, what image comes to mind when you think of the work at home mom? If it’s pajamas and slippers, or spit-up stained t-shirt and jogging pants, you may want to re-think this image.
Graveyard Cupcakes
Ingredients:
Prepared Cupcakes
Frosting of choice
1 package gummy worms
1 package chocolate cookies or graham crackers
Directions:
Place a few cookies in a plastic bag and using the back of your hand or a rolling pin press down until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.? Using a teaspoon make a small well in the center of each cupcake.? Frost cupcakes around well and sprinkle with cookie crumb mixture.? Stick a gummy worm into the center of each cupcake.
The Daughter-in-Law Rules ~ Review
The Daughter-in-Law Rules: 101 Surefire Ways to Manage (and Make Friends with) Your Mother-In-Law
Do you have a problem getting along with your mother-in-law? The Daughter-in-Law Rules: 101 Surefire Ways to Manage (and Make Friends with) Your Mother-In-Law!
Spooky Stories All Around
Campers seem to love telling spooky stories. Passing on stories while the embers burn bright on a cool fall night is something we can wait for with excitement. Storytelling has been the most popular way to pass on folklore down through the ages. Here are some storytelling techniques to straighten their hair.
Storytelling on Halloween is now expected. Movies are okay, but when the details are left to the imagination, the story takes on new life. Here are some tips to get everyone scared stiff with your story this Halloween.
Thanksgiving Craft: Hair Bows
Hair bows have always been an attractive accessory to wear on any occasion. Thanksgiving is no exception. If you love making hair bows, here are a few suggestions for Thanksgiving hair bows which may be helpful in creating a unique and beautiful accessory for you and your daughter to wear on this special day.
Depending upon the outfit you are wearing on Thanksgiving, you can choose wide ribbons in the following colors: white, orange, or ivory. Black would be more appropriate for an adult. Choose satin ribbons since they are classic and elegant as well.
Decorating Techniques (Ceramic Class) ~ Book Review
Decorating Techniques (Ceramic Class)
Creating one-of-kind treasures through the art of ceramics can be a breeze with Decorating Techniques. Continuing the excellent Ceramics Class series, this is a fantastic book for those wanting 
Decorating Techniques
Making a Scarf Minus the Sewing Machine
Fleece scarves have become very popular cold-weather accessories due to their softness and warmth.? You can find them in most clothing and accessory stores in the winter. They look so easy to make, but are they?? Why yes, they are!
Just because you make it yourself doesn’t mean you have to settle for a plain old strip of fleece.? If you get some fleece in a pretty pattern and follow these instructions, you can create a beautiful fringed scarf that no one will ever suspect was handmade. But you’ll be so proud of it, you’ll just have to tell them.
