Who doesn’t want to create Christmas décor that says “hello, December!”? After all. Christmas is associated with warmth, friendship, family and friends, and a celebratory environment is the perfect backdrop to exactly this.

Whatever style you choose – whether it is a winter wonderland, a nature display, a color-coded optical feast, or simple metallic minimalism, there are several ways to make your display exciting and welcoming – and it doesn’t even have to cost a lot.  [Read more…]

A lot of things come with the holidays. The weather changes, you get gifts, family comes in town, and, most importantly, people throw parties. If you plan to host one of these parties, it can be stressful. You have to plan a party for many people all by yourself. You may not know where to start or what you need to pull it off. After reading this, you will.

Drinks

It may seem like a small thing when you are planning your party, but it is really important. Certain drinks make you feel like it’s that time of year. Your guests, whether they are kids or adults, will be expecting these kinds of drinks. Drinks like eggnog and hot chocolate are a tradition around holiday time. Some people don’t want to feel like they drink the same drinks every year. There are recipes you can look up with some traditional ingredients and new ones. You can mix sugar free syrup and some eggnog and create your drink. Having your drink list prepared for your party will save you a lot of rushing the day of the party.  [Read more…]

It happens every year, the calendar shifts over to November 1st and the holiday season is upon you. Where did the time go? Not long ago you were basking in the summer sun, then the kids went back to school, Halloween has come and gone and Boom! holiday season. Sure that’s a fast-forwarded interpretation of it but it does seem that fast and now you have to get prepared. Here are some tips to help you organize, decorate, search for gifts, and figure out ideas for meals. 

Step Up and Organize

Clutter prevents a home from looking its best, so it’s high time to step up and organize. Remove any stacks of magazines and old mail so you can enjoy clear spaces which, in the near future, can be used to showcase holiday decorations. Look around your home and pick out areas of concern and improve them. Getting organized can be a tall task at first glance but, with a little guidance, you can be on your way to a tidy abode. If you want to start off small, try clearing off unnecessary items from your desk. And if that is still too large a task for you to tackle right away, maybe aim for the bedroom nightstand. How much mess can possibly build up there, right? [Read more…]

Finding the perfect gift is a challenge. When you’re searching for a present that will elicit an overjoyed reaction from your loved one, you have to consider their personalities, to ponder their likes and dislikes. Everyone’s different, and one thing may suit one person better than the other; a little detective work can go a long way. Nevertheless, there are a few general go-to options appropriate for all ages if you just can’t seem to find that one special gift.

Gift cards are great for those who are shopping last-minute. Almost all major retailers offer gift cards, with some available for as little as five dollars. The options out there seem endless. This is where the detective work comes in to play. Simply being observant could be enough to obtain that vital information. Does your loved one drink a lot of coffee? Then consider a gift card from a major coffee vendor (there are quite a number of them). Is he/she a bookworm? Be on the lookout for bookstores that offer gift cards. Whether it’s coffee or books, there seems to be a gift card for everything. [Read more…]