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How to Make an Illusion Costume for Kids
An illusion costume is a delightful costume for children to wear. It can give the illusion that the child is much larger than she actually is, or it can give the illusion that the child has another head or body. A common illusion costume is the animal illusion. Instead of dressing up like an animal,
SendFun Birthday Songs to Your Friends' Phones For Free
A cool new way to wish someone a happy birthday. New technology allows the user to select from a menu of fun musical birthday greetings and send one directly to their friends' phones for free.
Jim - Memorial Day 2006
Memorial day is here again.We take time to remember those that have given everything to preserve our way of life.
College Boyfriend Gift Ideas
Delight your boyfriend with a gift from the heart.love image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.comSelecting the perfect gift for your college guy pal can present a challenge. While you likely want to select something that conveys your attachment, you also don't want to give him a gift that is...
Children's Activities for St. David's Day
On March 1, the people of Wales celebrate St. David's Day in honor of the nation's patron saint, a Celtic monk canonized in 1120. It is customary for people to wear daffodils or leeks, two of the national symbols of Wales, on that day, and women and girls often don the country's national costume. Th
Solar Powered Christmas Lights - Are They Right For You?
There are a number of reasons to consider using solar powered Christmas lights. Solar powered lights will not increase your electric bill. They are Eco-friendly and are safer than traditional lights. In addition they can be used anywhere the sun shines. But are they right for you?
Gift Ideas for Girls at 13
A 13th birthday is a big day for a young girl, and the gift you give should be just as special.gift box.st. valentins',birthday,or christmas gift image by L. Shat from Fotolia.comWhen a young girl turns 13, she is one step closer to becoming a woman---yet she still feels like being a...
New Gadgets as Gifts
The range of gadgets on the market is startling. Technology is constantly evolving, and with it comes imaginative, sometimes kooky, new gadget design. Gadgets can make great gifts, whether they be practical or whimsical, and are available to suit most budgets. When buying a new gadget as a gift, thi
How to Make Applesauce Christmas Ornaments
Homemade cinnamon applesauce Christmas ornaments are a fragrant, budget friendly craft for children and families. Decorate personalized ornaments for gifts or attach them as present toppers to Christmas gifts. These are especially fun as a classroom project for each child to make and take home. Chil
Professional Christmas Light Installation
Many people actually look forward to putting up their outdoor Christmas lighting and holiday decorations. However, sometimes it takes much more time and effort to handle the simple (or elaborate) task
More and More Baby Halloween Costumes Available than Ever
If you're a parent, Halloween is either a very tricky holiday, or a fun one. Some parents love the fact that children are constantly on their porch declaring trick-or-treat, while some parent
How To Make a Yoda Costume
Halloween is approaching once again, so its time to pull out those costume for the big day and go trick or treating. Many have a difficult time in choosing the right costume, for the day as their are so many characters that you can chose from.
Twelve Days of Christmas
The Twelve Days of Christmas are the festive evenings and days beginning with the evening of Christmas day. The first night is the night of December 25th to December 26th, and the first day of Christmas is December 26th (which is also known as Saint Stephen's Day or Boxing Day). The last night,
How to Make Christmas Luminaries With Mason Jars
Christmas luminaries, used to light the way to holiday gatherings, are a popular tradition in the South. Traditionally constructed from a paper bag with a candle inside, luminaries pose the risk of fire if they're not watched carefully and are nearly impossible to use in areas with extreme weather c
70th Birthday Gift Ideas for a Female
Selecting a gift for someone turning 70 can be tricky, since she has probably acquired many items already, and has seen every type of birthday gift. Try to go beyond typical birthday gifts to find something she would really want and enjoy. Unless you know she collects them, avoid...
How to Make Mardis Gras Centerpieces
Mardi Gras is a celebration that means Fat Tuesday in French. It happens right before Lent, in which many Christians abstain from certain foods or drinks. Mardi Gras is a big party the day before Ash Wednesday which begins the religious custom of Lent. The colors yellow, purple and green signify Mar
10 Magical Christmas Ideas for Parents
Christmas is a magical time for children and parents alike. Use some of these ideas to make your holiday a special one to remember.
Group costume ideas for Halloween
If you are planning to have a grand party on this Halloween 2010 and confuse about the costume for your group, Here are some of the ideas to give you a very different and unique look. Just follow thes
The Perfect Outfit With Costume Masks
The part from the costume that you will spend most of your budget on is the mask itself. The costume can be fairly simple. When you buy online it can safe you a lot of money.
Spooky Decoration Ideas for an Adult Halloween Party
As adults, the sugar rush of Halloween may have worn off, but that does not mean the spooky fun has to end. The kids may be out collecting candy from the neighbors, but adults can have some fun as well. Here are some ideas to help decorate for a Halloween party for grown-ups.EntrywayWhen...