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How to Plan a Frugal Picnic

Memorial Day, the 4th of July and Labor Day are all special days that are usually celebrated with a picnic. However, with these frugal picnic ideas you don't have to wait for a special event to have a picnic with friends and family. After all picnics are a great way to bring loved ones together a

The Perfect Pair Pair Timer In A Wooden Gift Box

The perfect pair pair timer in a wooden gift box is a tongue twister at best.But it does have its beautiful array of slight elegance to add to a wedding favor design if you feel that your wedding theme could use it.Many people have many thoughts of how their wedding should be.So don't let the s

Ideas Of A Wedding Theme

A wedding theme is pretty important and, as you plan your wedding, you will discover that it is the theme that makes the wedding ceremony what it is. A wedding theme needs to be chosen by the couple that is getting married. As you wed, you will choose a theme that brightens your heart; one that you

Wedding Favor Gift Ideas

Your wedding day is, of course, about you and your new spouse, but you also want to remember your guests by giving them small wedding favors as gifts. These gifts serve as a way to thank your guests for coming and sharing your special day with you. By giving your friends and family a keepsake weddin

Tips for Having a Great Wedding Video

Weddings are full of beautiful 'moments' - the entrance, the vows, the kiss, the first dance - of which you only get one chance to capture. A good wedding video can bring viewers back to ...

Wedding Photography: Backup Strategies for your Digital Photos (Part 2)

The risk of losing the precious wedding moments of a couple brings nightmares and anxiety to most photographers.As a professional wedding photographer and a certified computer systems administrator I will offer some recommendations about the best way to protect digital wedding images.

How to Cook With Solar Power

With cooking fuels at a premium in many poor countries, and given the detrimental effect on the environment of using up and burning these resources, alternative green cooking methods have proliferated. One of these, solar cooking, uses energy from the sun to cook meals. The solar cooker can come in

Chocolate Games for Kids

Whether scheduling a Valentine's Day party, organizing Easter games for after the hunt or planning a sleepover for a child's birthday, chocolate-centered games are a sure bet for engaging elementary school aged children in good old-fashioned fun. Substitute chocolate for crucial items in traditional

How Do You Choose Your Wedding Bands?

One of the most important parts of a wedding ceremony is exchanging the wedding bands. In fact, it is more than just a part of your wedding ceremony. The wedding bands themselves are very important too. Some issues you need to think about when choosing the rings will be discussed in this article.

Wedding Planners - They're Worth More Than You Know

I spent a little less than a fifth of my overall budget on my wedding planners - but what I spent on their fee, I more than made up in the savings they helped negotiate with other vendors, not to mention the peace of mind they saved me during the planning process. Most of all, on my wedding day, I t

How to Write a Wedding Announcement

Follow these easy steps to writing and sending out a special announcement to family and friends sharing the good news about your recent marriage.

Wedding Tradition of Removing the Bride's Veil

Many stories have evolved about the origin of a bridal veil, but they all signify a covering of the face for various reasons, from protection from the “evil eye” to a symbol of submission to the bride’s husband. In arranged marriages, it was said that removing the veil allowed the

Gladiator Costume Ideas for Groups

In ancient Rome, specially trained athletes called gladiators fed the people's insatiable blood lust by participating in elaborately staged fights to the death. Films and TV series such as "Spartacus" and "Gladiator" have helped fuel the public's fascination with gladiators. A g

Bowling Party Ideas for Teens

Bowling parties are an excellent option for a teen party. The physical activity provides a focus for teen energy, and the challenge of the game encourages camaraderie and friendly competition. Some bowling facilities offer party packages that include refreshments and balloons in addition to the lane