Decorations Inexpensive Paper Mache Objects
A guide describes making paper mache objects from soaked newspaper and a flour paste, boiled briefly, then cooled and thinned. Add fragrance with peppermint or wintergreen oil. Form items for Christmas trees, centerpieces, or holiday decor using a heavy dough of paper and paste.
Welcome Gifts for Weight Watchers
The piece suggests thoughtful presents to support dieting efforts such as a bathroom scale canned liquid diet foods an exercise bar a jeweled tape measure a spa gift certificate or a compact exercise bicycle suitable for small spaces to aid weight loss and toning.
Nativity Creche Traditions Mark Global Christmas Spirit
The article celebrates the worldwide Nativity scene tradition known as the presepe or creche. It notes origins in Europe with carved wooden figures, the 1223 first creche, Rome's famed 45 by 21 foot panorama in the Church of Santa Maria di Ara Coeli, and the Spanish term posada reflecting the Nativity inn.
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Ideas For Your Outdoor Tree
Outdoor Christmas trees need not be evergreens. Any small tree can be decorated, day or night. Use two color lights or spotlight with heavy cord and a gooseneck lamp. Decor ideas include foil ornaments, blue aluminum shapes, white balls with glitter, and bird friendly decorations such as suet cakes and bread crusts.
Look Forward To Christmas Its Yearly Anticipation
A reflective piece on planning for next Christmas after the current one ends. It suggests looking for bargains after the holiday, storing decorations, and imagining future festivities any time of year, noting the value of thoughtful preparation over rushed activity.
Merry Christmas Wonderful Time
A festive meditation on the season describing Christmas as a spirit of thoughtfulness generosity and joy. It links planning gift exchanges decorations and gatherings to the reverence and legend shared by shepherds and wise men.
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