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Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Party Etiquette Tips - How to Be a Great Guest



Deep down we wall want to present ourselves well.  During the Holidays, you will want to keep party etiquette in mind.  Here are some great tips on how to be a great guest during the Holiday parties this year!  Go to http://www.greatpartyrecipes.com/party-etiquette.html.

Save money, save time and help save our environment. Lots of fun resources are available to help find creative ways to spend quality time with your family while staying on budget. Crafts, decorating, do it yourself projects, parting planning, preparing meals, shopping and more valuable resources and information are free online. I love to share my fun finds with you. For more free resources and tips follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter. My website is www.ShopChristi.com. Check it out!

Miniature Envelope Template



This miniature envelope template is perfect for holding gift cards or money inside a greeting card or holding smaller items in your scrapbook.  Check it out, go to http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/11/miniature_envelope_template.html.


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Wedding Cake - Centerpiece Crochet Pattern



The Wedding Cake Crochet Pattern is perfect for a wedding shower centerpiece.  Best of all, it will come in handy for years to come as a decorative storage solution for your fine dishes.  For a materials list and detailed instructions, go to http://www.allcrafts.net/fjs.htm?url=www.berroco.com/exclusives/buttercream/buttercream.html.

Save money, save time and help save our environment. Lots of fun resources are available to help find creative ways to spend quality time with your family while staying on budget. Crafts, decorating, do it yourself projects, parting planning, preparing meals, shopping and more valuable resources and information are free online. I love to share my fun finds with you. For more free resources and tips follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter. My website is www.ShopChristi.com. Check it out!

New Recipe for Thanksgiving This Year



Every year I try a new recipe for Thanksgiving.  This year I have chosen a soft pumpkin cookie!  I cannot wait to try them.  Someone made them a couple of years ago and I have been trying to get the recipe every since.  Hopefully, this recipe is just as good.  Go ahead and give it a try too.  The Old-Fashioned Soft Pumpkin Cookies recipe can be found at http://www.verybestbaking.com/recipes/32364/Old-Fashioned-Soft-Pumpkin-Cookies/detail.aspx.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Save money, save time and help save our environment. Lots of fun resources are available to help find creative ways to spend quality time with your family while staying on budget. Crafts, decorating, do it yourself projects, parting planning, preparing meals, shopping and more valuable resources and information are free online. I love to share my fun finds with you. For more free resources and tips follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter. My website is www.ShopChristi.com. Check it out!

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Candy Quote Printable Gift Tags for Birthday



These are too cute not to share and FREE as well!  Check out Printable Gift Tags Candy Quotes "Birthday" at http://party.tipjunkie.com/printable-birthday-quote-gift-tags-birthday-presents/.

Enjoy!

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Friday, February 11, 2011

Fun Finds for Valentine's Day 2011


There are lots of new resources available to help make your Valentine's Day celebration even more special.  Whether you want to do it yourself or find just the right gift, the following links are work checking out. 

FamilyFun provides easy craft ideas for both children and adults.  Surprise teachers, friends, and family with these lovely handmade gifts. Go to http://bit.ly/eDpGV1.  Family Fun also has great Valentine's party ideas as well at http://bit.ly/91PWpd.


Save time and money with these free Valentine card resources from Suite101 at http://bit.ly/eXCRmz.

Printable templates for Valentine hearts, cupids, etc. available from CraftJr, go to http://bit.ly/eL89YP.  Printable color pages are available at http://bit.ly/hYioqb as well.

OrganicBouquet - Flowers start at only $29.95. This offer is valid from January 23rd to February 14th. Go to http://bit.ly/fqGufT.

GiftCards.com - Valentine's Day Special! Coupon Code: vday2011 & get a free upgrade from a standard to a custom greeting card that allows upload photo! Check it out http://bit.ly/fK70pT.

Save 25% on ScanDigital Valentine's Day Gift Cards, go to http://bit.ly/exg5Q4.

Make this Valentines Day one to remember. Shop now and Save 20% + FREE Shipping on all orders at MyJewelryBox.com! Coupon Code: VDAY2011, visit http://bit.ly/fJ4vQU.

Unique gifts, party supplies and favors also available at http://bit.ly/hmRh59.



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Sunday, January 23, 2011

The Benefits of Cinnamon and Honey


 Recently, my husband was told he has high cholesterol.  So here we go, eating healthier and exercising more.  My Mom sent me an email I found very interesting about the benefits of cinnamon and honey.  I've included the information for your review below.  I'm not sure about the source but I may give a few of them a try myself.  Let me know if you try it and how it works for you.  

"Honey is the only food on the planet that will not spoil or rot. What it will do is what some call 'turning to sugar'. In reality, honey is always honey. However, when left in a cool dark place for a long time it will "crystallize".  When this happens loosen the lid, boil some water and sit the honey container in the hot water, but turn off the heat and let it liquefy naturally. It is then as good as it ever was. Never boil honey or put it in a microwave. This will kill the enzymes in the honey. 

Cinnamon and Honey

Bet the drug companies won't like this one getting around. 

Facts on Honey and Cinnamon:
It is found that a mixture of honey and Cinnamon cures most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also accept honey as a 'Ram Ban' (very effective) medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without side effects for any kind of diseases. 

Today's science says that even though honey is sweet, when it is taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm even diabetic patients. Weekly World News, a magazine in Canada, in its issue dated 17 January,1995 has given the following list of diseases that can be cured by honey and cinnamon, as researched by western scientists: 

HEART DISEASES: 

Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply it on bread instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol in the arteries and saves the patient from heart attack. Also, those who have already had an attack, when they do this process daily, they are kept miles away from the next attack. Regular use of the above process relieves loss of breath and strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada , various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as one ages the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and the veins. 

ARTHRITIS: 

Arthritis patients may take daily (morning and night) one cup of hot water with two tablespoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week (out of the 200 people so treated) practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain -- and within a month, most all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis now started walking without pain. 

BLADDER INFECTIONS: 

Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder.. 

CHOLESTEROL: 

Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water given to a cholesterol patient was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours.  As mentioned for arthritic patients, when taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol is cured. According to information received in the said Journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.

COLDS: 

Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and, clear the sinuses. 

UPSET STOMACH: 

Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also clears stomach ulcers from its root. 

GAS
:
According to the studies done in India and Japan , it is revealed that when Honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas. 

IMMUNE SYSTEM: 

Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacterial  and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of Honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles (where DNA is contained) to fight bacterial and viral diseases. 

INDIGESTION: 

Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food is eaten relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals. 

INFLUENZA
:
A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural 'Ingredient' which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu. 

LONGEVITY
:
Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Use four teaspoons of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of water and boil to make a tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans increase and even a 100 year old will start performing the chores of a 20-year-old..

RASPY OR SORE THROAT:
When throat has a tickle or is raspy, take one tablespoon of honey and sip until gone.  Repeat every three hours until throat is without symptoms.

PIMPLES:
Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it off the next morning with warm water. When done daily for two weeks, it removes all pimples from the root. 

SKIN INFECTIONS:

Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections. 

WEIGHT LOSS:

Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast and on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. When taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet. 

CANCER: 

Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder three times a day for one month . 

FATIGUE
:
Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts are more alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, even when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, when taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M., the vitality of the body increases within a week. 

BAD BREATH:

People of South America, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water first thing in the morning so their breath stays fresh throughout the day. 

HEARING LOSS: 

Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts restores hearing. Remember when we were kids? We had toast with real butter and cinnamon sprinkled on it!"

Source:  Unknown

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Thursday, January 20, 2011

Fun Finds for Valentine's Day






Fun and easy crafts, gift ideas, recipes and more to make your Valentine’s Day extra special this year - without breaking the bank.  Check out the following links for a variety of creative ideas and resources.  Just click on the blue underlined link for direct access to the website. 

About.com Family Crafts - Home-Made Valentine's Day Gift Ideas, Great Gifts to Make and Give

FamilyFun has several free resources available:

Valentine's Day Card Ideas - Dozens of easy-to-make adorable Valentine's cards - sure to be a hit with your kids!

Valentine's Day Games - Valentine's Day games to play in the classroom or at home!

Valentine's Day Recipes - Breakfast, cookies, cupcakes and more for your Valentine’s Day celebration.

HersheysStore - Save 10% off This Valentine's Day at HersheysStore.com! Enter Code VALENTINE10. Offer Expires 2/6/2011.

MyFunCards - Free eCards for any occasion.  No registration required.

Suite101 - Free Vintage Valentine Downloadable Images for Crafters

ShopChristi -Personalized gifts, party favors, party supplies and more goodies for all occasions.


Hope you find the links helpful and hope you have a very Happy Valentine’s Day!


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Monday, July 26, 2010

Fun Finds for Party Planning


It’s the time of year when lots of party planning begins. With Halloween not too far away, the holidays will be here before you know it. Fun, new and money saving party ideas is essential to keeping your parties entertaining without killing your budget. Games, appetizers, themes, invitations, cake ideas and lots more is available online to help make your parties a big hit, while saving money at the same time. Start by browsing the following links, get your creative juices flowing and get the party planning started!  Just click on the blue underlined link for direct access to the website.

FamilyFun - One of my all-time favorite magazine/website is Family Fun!  They have a ton of creative Halloween party ideas, printables, snacks, recipes, games, you name it and they have it. 

Thanksgiving-Party.com - History of Thanksgiving, free printables, decorating, party planning, kids activities, invitations and lots more available to help plan your Thanksgiving party.

InteriorDec.About.com - A great resource for Holiday and Seasonal party ideas.  Thanksgiving, Christmas and winter are just a few of the categories to choose from. 

Celebrations.com - Offers a large variety of party ideas, recipes, crafts, kids activities along with history and traditions for Jewish holiday parties. 

Party411 - Party planning guides, ideas, themes, decorations and more for all seasonal, football and holiday parties.  

If you are short on time this year, the following are great resources for party supplies, costumes, etc:

Pinatas.com - Check them out for party supplies, costumes, piƱatas and more.

Celebrations.com - Adults, kids, religious and a ton more options available for party supplies and costumes.

ShopChristi.com - Party favors, party supplies, gifts and more goodies for all occasions.

Hope you find the links helpful and it makes your party planning fun and easy!

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Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Excellent Free Online Resources


Recently found some new, free, online resources you might find helpful.  I'm sure you love free stuff as much as I do, so check them out.  No gimmicks, just free stuff.

Free online books library for students, teachers, and the classic enthusiast.  Go to http://www.readprint.com/.

Free Patriotic Cards.  Visit http://familycrafts.about.com/b/2010/06/23/free-printable-patriotic-cards.htm.

Free Downloadable Victorian Paper Doll Templates.  Find it here http://kids-paper-crafts.suite101.com/article.cfm/free-downloadable-victorian-paper-doll-templates. 

The Best Birthday Freebies from Yahoo at http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/108990/the-best-birthday-freebies. 

Fun Brain - Free Educational Game Site for Kids is available at http://www.funbrain.com/kidscenter.html. 

More free resources are available on my website, click here to view a full list http://www.shopchristi.com/freeresources.html. 


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