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Many people often choose glasses over contact lenses because of the cost. Glasses are generally cheaper than contact lenses and last longer. However, some people choose contact lenses over glasses for aesthetic reasons. Unfortunately, the lifespan of contact lenses is rather slim, if you do not know a few pointers that will help you to extend their life. This post…
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This is a fairly simple tutorial for decorating a Hanukkah cake and is a good cake to try for those just learning to work with fondant. This is what I used: 2 – 8” round cakes (completely cooled then frozen for approximately 30 minutes) 9” cardboard cake base Prepared buttercream frosting (in white) Prepared fondant frosting (in white & two…
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I love to take a nice hot bath- and one of the things I like most is having scented water that helps soften my skin. This peppermint bath milk recipe is a perfect holiday soak for yourself or to gift to a friend! Items Needed: Sealable Jar or Clear Christmas Ornament 1 Cup Powdered Milk 1 peppermint Tea Bag Directions:…
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Since the holidays are here (and snow is coming next week, pout pout) — Thanksgiving and Hanukkah start in less than a week- I wanted to share something a little more seasonally festive than not. So here is a blue ice crystal candle holder great for winter and for Hanukkah! Candles are always good to have around, but are…
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Ready or not, here come the holidays. We’re a week from Thanksgiving, which means we’re also a week away from Hanukkah. In a week, we’ll be under a month until Christmas. With families being so spread out, it isn’t always easy to know what someone wants or needs- and often, especially if there are older siblings or cousins, there isn’t…
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It seems as though you can’t get through the holidays without the story of a Christmas mouse or two. Whether it be the story of The Nutcracker or Christopher’s Christmas, mice just seem to get us in the holiday spirit. This holiday, why not do a little mouse crafting with your kids? Take a look below at how to use…
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