Christmas is a time for family and friends. It is when we all come together and share the magic that is the winter holiday season. If your family puts up a Christmas tree, turn it into a family event this year. What is it about the Christmas tree? It is the center of our celebration. […]
Continue readingChristmas can be a wasteful and expensive holiday, but it doesn’t have to be. There are lots of ways to make your Christmas celebrations more affordable and environmentally friendly. Here are some suggestions and ideas. 1. Using light-emitting diodes (LED) Christmas lights LED lights have come a long way since they were first introduced and […]
Continue readingThe holiday season can get expensive, so it is nice to know you can save a bit on your electric bill by using LED Christmas lights. Also, LED (light-emitting diodes) lights are more environmentally friendly. If you are considering replacing your conventional Christmas bulbs with LED ones, here are some facts and information on LEDs […]
Continue readingIt’s that time of year again – time to put up the Christmas tree. Whether you do it the day after Thanksgiving or on Christmas Eve, the decision over what kind of tree you are going to have still has to be made. Here are some of the pros and cons of artificial trees and […]
Continue readingPaper snowflakes have been a favorite craft of children for generations. They are easy and inexpensive to make, and the resulting designs are unique and beautiful. Paper snowflakes make lovely winter and holiday decorations, and they can be incorporated into a variety of other crafts, such as decoupage. Paper snowflakes also make great embellishments for […]
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