Get your kids revved up for Halloween by designating them the official decorators of the season! Not only will it save you the trouble of having to hang, glue and paint all by yourself, but it will also give your kids the chance to create spooky décor they’re proud of. Plus, they’re much less likely … Read more
The most popular designs for pumpkins are faces — from the traditional toothy smile and triangle eyes to the angry jack-o-lantern. However, the images that can be carved into these orange fruits are limited only by your imagination. If you’re not much of an artist, don’t fret. Just do a quick web search for “pumpkin … Read more
Searching for a hostess gift for your next summer shindig or barbecue? These pretty handmade crafts are perfect for the season. 1. Ombre Sea Glass A bottle of wine is so passé. Instead, offer something that can hold those breezy summer cocktails. All you need to make your stemware look like pieces of sea glass are blue … Read more
We all like to receive holiday greetings … but sending them? Not so much. Traditional cards and letters take time and money. But thanks to new websites and tools, plus your own creativity, you can make merry for free — and skip the trip to the post office. Cheers! 1. Put Words Into Action! This … Read more
Recycling helps the planet — that’s a given. But reusing things you might otherwise toss offers other benefits: It can save you money and get your “junk” organized and clean. “That adage ‘one person’s trash is another person’s treasure’ is really true,” says Kathy Klein, environmental consultant for the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary. “I … Read more