Did you know wool is considered a luxury fiber? Some “wool” garments are made with synthetic substitutions, and they are still great products, but most wool garments are not “cheap”. It’s an investment piece and therefore should be treated with care when cleaning and storing.…
Have you browsed through a magazine and noticed that even in the “candid” shots of “celebrities” walking down the street, they look amazing in their clothing? Are they wearing very expensive plain white t-shirts and jeans designed to fit perfectly, or are their bodies just that awesome? What about all…
It’s a new year and a great time to update your wardrobe by implementing some of 2014’s fashion trends. You don’t have to break the bank to plug in some of what you’ve seen on the runways. Add a few of these 2014 winter trends…
We’re half way through the month and some of us are staying true to our New Year’s Resolutions. Some of us – not so much. Why do we make New Year’s resolutions? We did some research and we found two conflicting accounts of the history of…
When the snow was falling last Sunday, it sure looked pretty. Unfortunately what occurred all over the city was not so pretty. Many families experienced loss of power, frozen pipes and pipes bursting. If you’ve experienced any of these problems as a result of the…
Have you ever heard the phrase, “Perception is Reality”? How true of a statement do you believe it to be? Whether you are dressing for an important presentation, an interview, or traveling for business, others are watching. People DO make assumptions based on appearance so…
After the hustle, bustle and rush of the Holiday Season, many of us are left with major messes and clean up jobs. Here are a few ol’ school tricks that could help you clean a little better – and faster. 1. Vacuum first, then dust.…
We know it’s only the day after Christmas and for some of you, it probably feels like you just cut down your tree. For others, you may be ready to disassemble and pack away the Holiday decor until next year. If you have a “real”…
The Holidays are a time to come together with friends and family and it’s a great time to have a little fun. Here are a few games that can be appropriate for all ages and add a little spunk into your typical gathering. 1. Ornament…
This is supposed to be a time of comfort & joy and silent nights but if your household is like mine, it’s anything but as Christmas Day nears. The tasking, spending, driving, cleaning, cooking, wrapping, etc. can cause one to feel stressed. And if you…