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Terrariums – Tabletop Gardening!

Terrariums – Tabletop Gardening All Year Round!
During a visit to the 2010 Philadelphia Flower Show, I found that my very favorite garden shop, Terrain, had a shop among the boutique booths and was thrilled! It took just minutes to select a terrarium featuring tiny plants nestled in moss and covered with a glass cloche with... Read more »

Set Up a Children’s Buffet

Tip of the Week – Set Up a Children’s Buffet at Your Next Family Gathering!
Last weekend, my family hosted a big party for my father – adults and kids included! And one of the smarter things that I did when setting up for the celebration was to designate one table that was just for the... Read more »

Crafting Clever Topiaries

Crafting Clever Topiary Centerpieces!
It’s so much fun to find clever craft ideas that look terrific and don’t require an advanced degree in crafting! Here are three fabulous ideas that all start with a basic topiary form that’s embellished with three different, attractive and readily available materials!
Basic Supplies

Topiary Forms – (Topiary Forms, $6.95 each)
Flower Pots... Read more »

New Outdoor Entertaining Essentials

New Outdoor Entertaining Essentials!
My family does a lot of outdoor entertaining and over the years I’ve compiled quite a collection of entertaining and decorative accessories. But for a party I hosted this past weekend, I somehow required a few additional items! Here they are:
A Beehive Styled Drink Dispenser

I found this picnic staple at Pier 1... Read more »

Reusable Shopping Bags

Reusable Shopping Bags – Revisited!
It was almost two years ago that I first wrote about reusable shopping bags, recommending a bunch of bags that were both eco-friendly and attractive. Since then, reusable bags have become almost a way of life for many of us! If it’s time for you to get into this habit or... Read more »

Whimsical Umbrellas and Shower Curtains

Tip of the Week: Are you Ready for April Showers?
As we wait for spring to arrive, get ready by updating both your umbrella and your shower curtain! I got excited about both of these relatively mundane items when I saw the clever assortment from Uncommon Goods!

Some of the umbrellas include:

Cloudy with a Chance... Read more »

Fashionable Reusable Shopping Bags You Can’t Resist!

Reusable Shopping Bags – It’s Time!
For far too long, I’ve been feeling guilty every time I check out at my local grocery store! And it’s not because I’ve spent too much (which is usually true!) but because I haven’t brought along my own reusable shopping bags for toting my food home! If you’re wondering why I... Read more »

Friday Night Pizza Party for Friends!

Host a Friday Night Pizza Party for Friends!
These days, staying at home and sharing a simple meal with friends is appealing on so many levels, and pizza definitely fits the bill! Delicious, not too expensive and hands on – three factors that add up to a fun night!
Invite Guests
This is a casual evening, so written... Read more »

Exceptional Resortwear and Accessories

Busy Bee’s Resort Report
Exceptional Sarongs and Terrific Tunics!
Give your vacation wardrobe a makeover with a sarong or tunic from Turtle Beach Designs! In gorgeous brilliant patterns, these tunics and sarongs are sewn from luxurious light weight fabrics and feature unique details like beaded trims and ties. Don’t be surprised if you find these fabulous cover... Read more »

Terrific Money Saving Tips

Tip of the Week – A Terrific Assortment of Money Saving Tips!
There’s a lot of talk these days about the state of the economy and along with gloomy predictions, the media is flooded with money saving tips! Not to be left out, I’ve compiled my own assortment of advice for saving money and in some... Read more »