Mother’s Day is a great opportunity to show Mom how much she is appreciated. Finding the perfect gift sometimes feels like it will take hours of searching. Most mothers are simply happy to know that their efforts were appreciated and have not gone unnoticed. Here are three great Mother’s Day […]

Any fabric is suitable for recycling – even old and worn fabrics may have areas which are still in reasonable condition and pieces can be cut out and used as patches, applique or to make small accessories such as corsages. Great quilts and patchwork can be made from pieces of […]

Bananas originated in Southeast Asia and were eventually domesticated in Papua New Guinea. Later they were grown throughout the tropics. Banana plants can reach between two and eight meters in height. The actual fruit hangs in clusters of up to 20 bananas. Bananas are strong sources of B vitamins, vitamin […]

When getting mom a gift for Mother’s Day, there’s nothing wrong with something that’s a little bit out of the ordinary. After all, it’s a special day, and going the extra mile gift-wise can help make the day more so. For this reason, three unique gifts that should be considered […]

At some point in their young lives most babies have a pacifier. Hospital nurseries often offer a pacifer to newborns unless asked not to do so by a parent, and some infants enjoy the pacifier so much they continue to use it as a soother at home. Recently, parents are […]

Dress styles for spring favor one-shoulder asymmetric lines and the perennial Goddess gown gets a modern makeover. Loved on the red carpet for their elegance and femininity, draped Grecian gowns have been a firm favorite for several seasons. This spring sees a fresher look, with above-the-knee-hemlines providing a more youthful […]