Archives for February 2018
Birthday Decorations That Will Light Up Your Child’s Mood
Children are always excited regarding their birthdays. They wait the entire year for that particular day. They are the happiest when that very special day arrives and once the day ends, they again start planning for their coming year’s birthday. Kids plan a lot for their special day, they expect gifts, surprises and how the birthday cake will look.
But you as a parent never know what exactly will brighten up your child’s mood and what they won’t like. You have to be very careful while planning for their birthdays so that you don’t end up offending them. Your children expect you to gift them all that they wish for. It takes a lot of effort to make you children happy.
Decoration tips to follow to make your kid’s birthday a memorable one
Every parent wants to make their kids feel special on their birthday. Given below are a few decoration ideas which you can implement you make your kid’s birthday party a memorable one.
- At the dinner table, you can place a small paper inside the fold place holder that means you can write down the names of all the kids on each paper chits and place those chits inside the fork and keep them beside the plates. Each kid will have a separate fork with their name written on it.
- You can decorate your house with paper flower ceiling hanging. You can make these hangings out of colored paper bags and hang them from the ceiling of your living room and your kid’s play room.
- Decorate your house with balloons of different colors, patterns and shapes. You can even write something on the wall using these balloons.
- With the help of colored cupcake liners you can attach rice bulbs inside the liners and decorate your house. The colored liners will give a party touch to your house.
- You can place all the candies in a three tiered paper stand which is handmade and also reusable.
- Make your kid’s birthday a bright and sunny one by giving it a sunshine theme. The yellow color will give a very bright look to the party.
- Buy small flower pots from the market and use them as a stand to keep your cutleries. Add labels on them to mention which one has what inside them.
- Legos are small blocks which can be joined to make cars, buildings and many other things. You can keep the theme of the birthday as Lego where you will give the kids a bag of Lego blocks each and a printed lego tee shirt.
- Decorate your dining space with animal shaped helium balloons.
- You can theme the birthday party as circus. Where you can hire clowns and magicians for your party. The color code can kept as red and white.
- Use a projector to show project animated movies for the kids. You can even paint your walls with spray paint or stickers.
- Kids love to hear ghost stories so why not keep the theme of the party as little spooky. You can alter the dress code and the birthday cake along with the theme.
- Don’t provide regular cotton napkins to the kids instead use paper napkins cut in various shapes like flowers, animals, etc.
- Buy terracotta pots from the market and use them to make storage boxes for gum balls. These are easy to make and you can refer to the tutorials from the internet.
- Kids love playing in the water so why not transform a boring indoor birthday party to an entertaining birthday pool party. You can add water slides and arrange water sports too.
- Decorate the top of your dining table with a colorful ribbon hanging. You can add several ribbons and make a mobile hanging out of it.
- Transform your backyard into a camping lawn. Fix tents for your kids and arrange a camp fire. You can even do barbecue and sleep under the moon light.
- If it’s a all boys birthday party, then a football theme will just fit perfectly. Give the little boys customized football jerseys and fix a football match among them. Remember that the cake should also fit in the theme.
- If it’s an all-girls birthday party, then you keep the theme as Snow White. Gift each little princess with a wand of their own. Dress them like fairies and put a tiara around your head. The cake should resemble Snow White.
- Put colored confetti inside white helium balloons. This will give your party a very soothing tough. You can refer to Yabadoo kids party ideas for more balloon ideas.
To conclude, your kid’s birthday must be done with utmost care and precision. Focus on the type of return gifts if you’re planning to give. The return gifts should match to the theme so that it leaves a good impression on all the little ones. .
Healthy Skin for All Occasions with LUIERE
by Lisa Gal
With one use you can see the difference with LUIERE’s Bio-Cellulose Face Masks. They contain Lipidure®, which provides twice the hydration of hyaluronic acid. They are environmentally friendly and suitable for all skin types. Free of all the bad stuff like, alcohol, parabens, propylene glycol, mineral oils, sulphates, harsh preservatives, artificial fragrance and animal-derived ingredients, leaving you with only the good stuff! The bio-degradable Bio-Cellulose masks are made from natural fibers with 100 times the absorption of any non-woven sheet mask. Bio-Cellulose sheets are about 500 times finer than spunlace sheets and over 1,000 times finer than your general pulp sheet, allowing for greater moisture retention and nutrients delivery. We know the celebrities staying at The Four Seasons Hotel for the big red carpet weekend next month will be thrilled when they receive the Bio-Cellulose Face Masks in their Hollywood Swag Bags.
Speechless Dresses new spring collection
Let’s talk about LA based Speechless Dresses as they bring us their new spring collection. The spring line is captivating. Speechless Creative Director, Mari Forge says, “Our design process begins with one question. What do we want to wear right now? From there, we socialize, shop, sketch, source and bring these styles to life!”
Speechless dramatic skirts with high-waists, delicate layers of dreamy tulle and structured, wire hems in blush-worthy shades of wine and pink are beautiful.
Embroidered and hand-beaded bodices create an enticing twist on sexy. Vintage glam designs use lace, pearl and crystal beading.
We’ll also see shimmering feminine embellishments in classic shades of mauve and nude. Intricate laces are accented with sparkles of glitter, foil, and sequins to add texture and a powerful pop to classic shades of millennial pink, lilac, and tiffany blue.
Statement florals add a whimsical romance to full, yet graceful, dress silhouettes. Illusion cut-outs and back detailing expose a hint of skin with lattice straps, low backs, halter necklines and fanciful bows. Pockets also add a comfortable, relaxed feel to even the most sophisticated pieces.
Shop the full collection at Macy’s, Windsor and Nordstrom. Follow Speechless on Instagram @Speechless Dresses.
Remember, prom season is right around the corner. Keep Speechless dresses in mind for style inspirations that will #LeaveThemSpeechless.
Defend your hair in this brutal cold weather with Maple Holistics Silk 18
This past month, the weather has been brutal. I’m have a difficult time with extremely dry skin but even a bigger problem with my hair. My hair is very dry, right down to my scalp. When my hair is dry, my curls don’t curl and I have to pin my hair up. My scalp is itchy and I’m very uncomfortable. I use a variety of different hair conditioners but I found an amazing one that works very well and offers extra softness to my hair that other conditioners do not.
Maple Holistics Silk 18, is a natural Hair conditioner formulated for all hair types especially my hair type “dry, damaged, curly and color treated hair”. The glycerin in this conditioner does a great job hydrating my hair and reducing my dry itchy & flaky scalp. Maple Holistics Silk 18 contains “18 Silk Amino Acids for Soft Beautiful Hair and Strong Thick Hair Growth”. You can definitely notice the softness and moisture in your hair and scalp as you only need a small amount to do the trick.
Maple Holistics Silk 18 is Sulfate Free, paraben free silicon free and cruelty free.
The following properties in Maple Holistics Silk 18 make this conditioner a must have.
The Keratin in Silk 18 provides Therapeutic Pro-Vitamins and is antioxidant rich. Silk 18 smooths split ends and moisturizes dry hair.
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One of my favorite features is the detangling feature, especially if you have curly hair. Silk 18 is hypoallergenic and can be used by both men and women and even kids. Even the bottle is eco friendly. Learn more about Maple Holistics and there products at MapleHolistics.com
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Your VALENTINE Will Love ‘OOH LA LA’ CHAMILIA
Chamilia (www.chamilia.com), a Swarovski company, will feature three new charms and two fun-loving gifts sets for Valentine’s Day 2018. The entire Chamilia line is made from sterling silver or 14 karat gold and features genuine Swarovski Crystals and Swarovski Zirconia. The brand follows strict Swarovski guidelines for quality and aesthetic standards.
“The theme for 2018 is ‘Let’s not take style so seriously,’” said Chamilia Vice President, Global Merchandising and Marketing Catherine Ottaviano. “The Chamilia woman is celebrating herself and choosing jewelry that is as special as her life is. Our Valentine’s Day product offerings this year are our ‘hugs and kisses’ to her.”
Chamilia will feature three new charms for this Valentine’s Day including the following.
Ooh La La—Flirty and fun, these three little words are written in black enamel in a beautifully detailed quote bubble charm made of high-polished sterling silver with dimensional hearts (MSRP $35 U.S.).
Classic Silver Heart Charm—Crafted with love in sterling silver, this heart charm is a simple homage to holiday sentiment (MSRP $25 U.S.).
XOXO-Love Charm—This sterling silver charm features the word “love” in black enamel with three tiny Clear Swarovski Crystals in a heart shaped “o” on one side, and “xoxo” in black enamel on the reverse. The rest of the charm is covered in a confetti of black enamel hearts and Clear Swarovski Crystals (MSRP $40 U.S.).
Chamilia will launch two gifts sets for the season to include the below.
Limited Edition Funny Valentine Rebus Charm Gift Set—This set features a three-charm rebus, which is a poem or phrase made up of pictures or symbols. Look closely to find the secret message. The sterling silver charms in this set feature Amethyst, Rose, and Light Rose Swarovski Crystals. The set includes a beautiful limited edition Chamilia gift box (MSRP $99).
Limited Edition Amour Du Jour XO Heart Necklace and Earring Gift Set—This set features an 18” necklace (plus 2” extender) with a trio of petite pendants—including a Swarovski Pure Brilliance Zirconia encrusted “x” and “o,” and a polished sterling silver heart; with matching polished sterling silver heart post earrings. The set comes in a Chamilia nested box (MSRP $99).
The Chamilia Valentine’s Day 2018 Collection is sold at the brand’s more than 2,000 retail partners worldwide and on the Chamilia website, www.chamilia.com.
About Chamilia
Based in Cranston, RI, Chamilia is an American company that was established in 2002. Since its purchase in 2013, it has been a member of Swarovski, a world leader in quality and innovation. Each of the more than 400 exclusive charms and wide selection of fine jewelry available from the brand are made from .925 sterling silver or 14 karat gold and feature genuine Swarovski Crystals or Zirconia, or Italian Murano Glass. The brand follows strict Swarovski guidelines for quality and aesthetic excellence. For more information, please go to www.chamilia.com.
About Swarovski
Swarovski delivers a diverse product portfolio of unmatched quality, craftsmanship and creativity. Founded in 1895 in Austria, Swarovski Crystal Business designs, manufactures and markets crystals, natural and created gemstones, finished products such as jewelry, accessories and lighting. The company’s film division, Swarovski Entertainment, produces artistically accomplished feature films with global box-office appeal. The Swarovski Foundation was set up to honor the philanthropic spirit of the company by supporting creativity and culture, promoting wellbeing and conserving natural resources. Now run by the fifth generation of family members, Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach, with over 2,350 stores in about 170 countries and more than 25,000 employees, www.swarovskigroup.com.
Expert Tips: Do You Need to Vet Your Valentine?
This Valentine’s Day—before looking for the perfect gift or planning a romantic date—ask yourself an important but often overlooked question: Is my valentine a criminal?
It’s easy to get caught up in the emotions of love, or perceived love. But doing so can have potentially dangerous consequences. As an example, here is the story of one online dater who believed she had found the man of her dreams, when in fact she had found a monster. It turned out that he was a felon who had seduced, swindled and terrorized multiple women, many of whom he had met on online dating sites. With drug charges, gun charges, and restraining orders, one detective called him “a ticking bomb, capable of unpredictable violence.”
To ensure you don’t end up in a similar situation, do your own due diligence in discovering everything you should know about the person you’re dating. Keep in mind that online dating sites do not vet their members. Here are five ways to vet your valentine:
1. Do A Reverse Image Search
Don’t wait until you’re emotionally invested in your valentine to do a reverse image search of this person’s dating pictures. At the influence of someone at work who told her “the guy doesn’t want to meet you … maybe it’s not even him,” one online dater we wrote about uploaded her crush’s photo to a reverse image search and discovered social media accounts belonging to another man. She confronted her online crush and demanded an explanation, but this “catfish” continued to deny he was pretending to be someone else.
2. Check For Mutual Friends
Is your online dating match friends with anyone you know? If so, asking this person his or her opinion of your match can potentially give you a better idea of who this person really is. To discover mutual friends, check out the social media profiles of your match. Ask those people their opinion of your crush. You never know what stories might be shared.
3. Keep To Communicating Via The Dating App
If someone asks you to take your communications outside the dating app, pause. That could be a red flag. Online dating scammers use this tactic to distance themselves from the dating site and therefore links to his or her crime. Knowing that it’s more unlikely that you’ll report suspicious activity or abuse if you don’t communicate via the dating site, a scammer might make an excuse like, “My membership is almost expired. Why don’t we talk via text?”
4. Do A Background Check
A background checking service such as BeenVerified is a valuable tool that can potentially help you learn more about the background of someone you met via online dating. You can potentially verify his or her identity, discover social networks, check their criminal history, marital status, and more.
5. Trust Your Instinct
One powerful tool is your instinct. If at any point your instincts kick into gear and you don’t feel right about something this person is saying, you’re probably right. Don’t just take your valentine’s word for it. Ask questions and see how he or she reacts. If this person is having a hard time giving straight answers or provides only vague answers, you might be dealing with a catfish or a disingenuous person. And if your valentine doesn’t want to meet in person at all, consider this a reason a find another one, as this is another telltale sign of a scammer. Stay safe this Valentine’s Day by getting to the heart of who your valentine really is.