Tip of the Week - What is Fair Trade?
I have been hearing this phrase more and more often, most recently at my daughter’s school, where fair trade uniforms were offered for sale this fall!  But what does “fair trade” actually mean?  My feeling is that my daughter’s generation probably has a better handle on this, […]

Fashion Flash - Fun Enamel Bangles!

There’s a terrific new trend in jewelry this season – enamel bangle bracelets in every color and width imaginable!  These bracelets are really quite classic and make a great fashion statement when stacked together, while also making a fun, feminine jingling sound!  Even better is the fact that you can […]

 Valentine’s Day Floral Arrangements for Your Sweetheart!
Researching floral websites for what I consider to be the best of the “bunch” has been a complete pleasure! With the busy days of Christmas behind us, it’s refreshing to look to the year ahead and one of the sweetest holidays of all - Valentine’s Day! Elaborate and lengthy […]

Valentine’s Day Treats for School Parties!
Coming up with new ideas for class party snacks is tough!  As parents, we all want to bring in something fun and creative, but sometimes the trickiest treats are too much work or aren’t enjoyed by the kids. 
Another challenge that parents might face is a school district enforcing the policy that […]

Host a Fabulous Super Bowl Party
Invitations

Tricky - Create small football pennants on card stock, featuring the competing teams on one side and the invite information on the other.
Easier - Check out party411.com for customized invitations. There are lots to choose from!
Easiest - Call your friends on the phone!

For more ideas on clever invitations, see Top Notch […]

 Host a Fabulous Mardi Gras Party!
Cold winter weather shouldn’t hold us back from warm celebrations!!  Consider hosting a Mardi Gras party!  The celebration of Mardi Gras dates back to 1699 and is attributed to Louisiana’s French heritage.  The name literally means “Fat Tuesday” and takes place on a date between February 3rd and March 9th, […]

High School Musical Valentine’s Day Party!
If your children are like mine, they are completely taken with the songs, stories and characters of High School Musical!  All three of my crew loved both High School Musical movies and the “On Ice” version!  Taking this devotion a step further, I thought that High School Musical would make a great […]

Tip of the Week - Perfect Pedicures!
I love indulging in pedicures and with the increasing number of well priced, walk-in nail salons, it’s easier than ever to spoil yourself!  But, as much as I enjoy pedicures, there’s always been a nagging little thought in the back of my mind about the cleanliness of the pedicure […]

 
Host a Fun Grilled Cheese Get Together!
Host a Grilled Cheese Get Together! I shouldn’t be surprised!  A Krups Panini grill is my favorite kitchen appliance and bread and cheese are my favorite foods.  So, when I decided to write an article about a cozy, winter party with grilled cheese as the main dish, I found […]

Spring 2008 Fashion Forecast!
Although the weather is wintry in my part of the world, it’s fun to look ahead to fashions of warm weather months of Spring!  After a quick review of the upcoming trends, here’s my list of some of the most wearable new fashions!

Skirts
Skirts - especially if they’re knee length, flirty and floral!
Shades […]