Glass has been a decorative element in homes for thousands of years, dating back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Though it was often used for practical purposes, even the ancients appreciated its artistic possibilities, creating beautiful shapes and colors. Today glass continues to be admired for both form and function. Masters of glass blowing…
What percentage of adults have played with playdough at some point in their lives? We may not know the exact number, but surely it is high. At home, in school, at a birthday party – playdough abounds in the world of children’s activities. Bright colors attract the eye, the smooth, soft texture is pleasing to…
Eyes tired? Need a pick-me-up? No time for a weekend at the spa? This relaxing eye pillow, filled with flax seed and lavender, might do the trick. The gentle weight of the flax seed refreshes, the scent of lavender soothes, and the pillow itself blocks out the light to rejuvenate your eyes. Plus it can…
Pets need cookies, too! Many households in your very neighborhood are likely to have at least one dog or cat (or both). If you are one of them or have made friends with the neighbors’ pets, you may want to give your little furry friend a special treat occasionally. Make a batch of homemade dog…
Take time to stop and smell . . . the bath salts. Aromatherapy is once again at work. Bath salts can do double or even triple duty – they will soften the water, detox the body, and bring about a calmer state of mind. It’s easy to prepare your own bath salts, whether for yourself…
