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Veronica & Archie Costume Ideas

From their first date in 1942 to their wedding in 2009 and beyond, Archie Andrews and Veronica Lodge, along with the sweet, tragic Betty Cooper, have entertained comic fans with their eternal love triangle. Archie's and Veronica's styles and adventures have changed through the years, but their relat

How to Decorate a Wedding Guestbook

Finding the right accessories for a wedding can be time-consuming and expensive. You may settle on things you don't love just because there is nothing else available. Wedding guest books are often purchased at the last minute simply because you have no time to find what you really want. They are oft

How to Make a Rainbow Pinata

A piñata is a fun and exciting addition to any party. They are traditionally used to celebrate children's birthday parties. The piñata is made especially for the birthday child's tastes, and then filled with candy. At the party the kids take turns being blindfolded and taking a whack at th

The Top Five Organizers For Christmas Ornament Storage

It can be difficult to decide which container you should purchasefor Christmas Ornament Storage. But there are many Organizers, Ornament storage boxes are used to store Christmas tree ornaments. Christmas lights are a storage nightmare. Christmas lights can easily become tangled and they can be diff

Video: How to Trace Patterns for Tin Christmas Ornaments

Video Transcript Now we are going to work on tracing our design. I found a beautiful design in a magazine and here I am going to trace this butterfly because I think it would be a beautiful ornament, OK. So, what I have done is I've picked out the picture and I just used scrap paper...

Small & Cheap Gifts

Candles are a small, cheap gift that you can give.candles image by Tatyana Gladskih from Fotolia.comGiving small, cheap gifts is equally as good as giving expensive, large gifts if you put enough thought into it. As the saying goes, it is the thought that counts. Think about the person...

Self Catering Homes In The Countryside

What are your plans in the next vacation? Do you want to enjoy a quiet time while catching up with some rest? Then self catering homes in the countryside are the best options for you.

How to Dig Clams to Make Clam Chowder

Making your own clam chowder is a culinary adventure, and it's even more adventurous if you dig your own clams for it. Digging for clams -- or "clamming" -- is a popular year-round pastime in many coastal areas around the world. Many different species of clam can be used for chowder, but the techniq

How to Make Your Own French King Costume

A French king is a very regal, extravagant figure to portray. While your costume will glisten with royal jewels and accessories, the base of it easily can be created with items found at home or with a few small purchases from a local vintage store. The pieces can be by themselves ordinary, but with

How to Fit My Christmas Tree in the Stand

When you have purchased a real Christmas tree, you can look forward to your home being filled with a natural pine scent. While natural trees are often less expensive than artificial trees, they do require a little more work to be sure they stand up straight in a tree stand. Ask a friend or family me

Small Christian Gifts for Memorial Service

This symbol of Christianity works well as a memorial service gift.cross image by MLProject from Fotolia.comAlthough a memorial service might not seem like a gift-giving occasion, a small gift allows you to honor the memory of the deceased, according to the People's Memorial Association....

40th Birthday Party Ideas for a Best Friend

A 40th birthday party is an important time marker in one's life. At one time "the big 4-0" was considered "over-the-hill" but is now celebrated as someone's prime or the beginning of a new life. For your best friend's 40th, you might want to plan a special party that focuses on his or her personal t

Ideas for Office Decoration on Diwali

Diwali is a festival celebrated by some Indian cultures starting at the end of October or early November. The word "Diwali" translates to "the festival of lights" in Hindi. This is the time when Hindi people light diwas, which are small candles, and set them outside their homes to lead Rama, a histo

When to Mail Birthday Party Invitations?

A birthday party is coming up and you plan on inviting all of your friends, but you want to make sure that everyone gets the invitations in time to make plans to be there. Frantically calling everyone at the last minute will end in disappointment as many of your friends may already have other obliga

The Best Halloween Costumes for Bars

Some bars have costume contests, or otherwise encourage patrons to come in a Halloween getup to celebrate. Not all costumes work well, though. When choosing a look to wear to a bar, keep in mind some tips. Bars are often crowded, so costumes that take up a lot of space might pose problems. Any costu

How to Make Turtle Candies

This recipe is a personal family favorite. However, you can add your own personal touch to make it a family favorite of your own. Turtle candies are a simple and easy candy to make. Turtles are usually made with pecans and shaped to look like turtles. However, the candies can also be made with cashe

Birthday Party Ideas for Senior Adults

A senior enjoying her birthdayon the birthday image by Alexey Klementiev from Fotolia.comToday's senior citizens are healthier and livelier than ever before, so their birthdays are still a reason to celebrate and to do so in style. In fact, it's easy to design a party completely around an...