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Balloons - photo credit: celebratewithballoons.com Nothing says "party time" like balloons so be sure to float some around the room. Party supply stores usually carry an assortment of balloons tailor made for a baby shower. Choose a dozen or so regular-sized balloons to tie onto tables and chairs or opt for several oversized balloons to hang at stationary points around the room. Paper Fixture s - photo credit: kcyouthere.wordpress.com To liven up any space, be sure to hang several paper fixtures around the room. Choose from paper lanterns, tissue paper pom poms, or any other sort of unique paper fixture. You can hang them above tables and doorways and most are simple enough to hang up and take down. Cake Stand - photo credit: thecupcakeblog.com The right cake stand helps to add an air of celebration to any baby shower. Fill it with cupcakes or stack a decorated multi-tiered cake for an edible centerpiece that will set the mood. Choose matchi

Do you know that you can boost your mood and at the same time lose weight by the food that you eat? Here are some of the best foods that you should eat in order to increase your mood and lose weight: Salmon photo credit: hearttuneup.com It contains omega-3-fatty acids that have been greatly associated with better moods. The fatty acids have also been linked to weight loss. Salmon has also been found to contain plenty of lean protein which makes you feel full for a long time thus you eat less. This plays a major role in helping you to lose weight. While salmon is very healthy to take, you should avoid farmed salmon as it tends to contain high levels of polychlorinated biphenyls which have the ability of causing cancer and liver damage. Spinach photo credit: fitlife.tv Spinach has many minerals which are of great benefit to your mood and weight loss. Magnesium is one of the most beneficial minerals that aid in boosting your moods. It also aids in ensur

Your wedding bouquet is the definitive accessory for your wedding dress. No matter what time of year you are getting married, there's an appropriate bouquet arrangement and design that will flatter your dress on this special day. A lot of brides don't even recognize that there are various wedding bouquet designs to pick from and each one compliments a particular look or style that can take the wedding outfit from beautiful to spectacular. photo credit: carinfinity.cf To select the correct bouquet, discern your body size, the fashion of your wedding gown and the look you want to depict. To flatter a taller bride, or for the bride who wishes to look taller, a cascade bouquet is what you should get. This bouquet has the most flowers at the top, with blooms cascading downward and a trail of foliage, ribbon and flowers which run on past the main bouquet. This bouquet is also a good option for the bride who wants to look slimmer. Because it's a long bouquet th

Short messy hairstyles create a cute and feminine look. It is one of the easiest hairstyles and can be fashioned at home without any special equipment or hair products. The messy hairdo suits women of all ages, but it is popular among younger women. If you want to make this messy look your style for the season, but are unsure whether it will suit you or not, maybe because of your hair texture or your face cut, there is no need to worry. We'll help you create this look in a matter of minutes. photo credit: prettydesigns.com How to Achieve the Messy Hair Look The first step to get your hair ready for any style is to wash it clean. Hair that is greasy or oily does not sit well. Also, dealing with dry hair is difficult. Hence, it will help if it is slightly moist and damp. You can apply the shampoo you use regularly, but avoid using a conditioner. The conditioner interferes with absorption of gel or hair spray and makes it tricky to create the messy look. You s

The Mediterranean diet has long been considered to be the optimum diet for the human heart given it includes plenty of fresh fruit. WHO guidelines recommend that each of us should aim to eat at least five portions of different fruit or vegetables on a daily basis. A portion of fruit constitutes a single fruit such as an Apple, a small cup of fruit such as grapes or raspberries, or a glass of pure fruit juice. It is okay to include dried, tinned and frozen fruit as part of your five a day but be careful with tinned fruits given they are frequently sweetened with syrups and in many cases contains less vitamin C. Wherever possible purchase fruit that has been canned in its own juices without the addition of extra sugars. photo credit: chartmedia.co.uk Fruit itself is an excellent source of antioxidants examples which are bioflavonoid and vitamin C all helping to protect us against degenerative diseases, heart disease and cancer are good examples. Fruit is also low

Did you think that seasoning is used only in preparing main courses? Well, think again. You would be surprised to find out that seasoning is also done in preparing desserts. Actually seasoning has been present in preparing desserts until now, except that we were not aware of it and we haven't called the process as such. Think of the process of making a cake or fruit salad. The recipes that you use call for adding a little rum, cognac, grated lemon peel, etc. Thus dessert seasoning or fruit seasoning are not new concepts. It is just that we didn't speak of, let's say fruit seasoning, for example. However, if fruit seasoning or dessert seasoning as explained above is not something new, there is a new meaning of fruit seasoning, at least. As for many years now, people have found it quite hard or unpleasant to eat fruit - and this is mainly because of the invention and mass production of confectionery items (chocolate, ice cream, biscuits, juice, candies,

Tips For Successfully Growing Strawberries Growing strawberries can be one of the most rewarding experiences for a gardener. The sweet, juicy fruits are a favorite for many, and there's something special about harvesting strawberries right from your own garden. In this comprehensive guide, I will share my tips for successfully growing strawberries, drawing from years of personal experience and the joy of nurturing these delightful plants. This post may contain affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Please read our full disclosure here to find out more. Choosing the Right Strawberry Variety Selecting the right strawberry variety is crucial for a successful harvest. There are three main types to consider: June-bearing, Ever-bearing, and Day-neutral strawberries. June-bear

Love decorates the mood every February 14 and the Valentine's Day decorations speak the heart for you ! So all you have to do this Valentine's Day is to make the ambiance irresistibly romantic and set the decorations warm, snug and love-ly. Whether it be a Valentine's Day party or just a cozy dinner date with your beloved, the Valentine's Day decorations are not to be ignored. The decorations, of course, help you get into the feel of the day and set the ball rolling. Valentine's Day decorations can be done with flowers, ribbons, candies or just with paper and cloth. No matter which way you do it, the decorations for Valentine's Day should just be perfect and help set the stage for a memorable celebration. So if you need a little help on how to kick off the Valentine's Day decorations, read on. photo credit: bellebazaar.blogspot.com The first thing that should be kept in mind before laying your hands on Valentine's Day decoration

Sipping your favorite strawberry smoothie on a very stifling day would be a great thing to do. Savoring its rich, fruity, and refreshing taste will certainly make your day splendid. It is also a great thing to know that this kind of beverage does not only offer great thirst-quenching taste but also nutrients which are proven to be highly beneficial to your health. For one, strawberries are loaded with vitamin C which fights against immune system infections such as influenza. Aside from that, strawberries are also packed with other nutrients and antioxidants which get rid of cancer-building free radicals. With the health benefits that a strawberry fruit can provide, taking strawberry smoothies on a regular basis is a great idea. Take a look at these healthy and tasty smoothie treats below and choose a particular recipe for strawberry smoothie that you would like to make at home. photo credit: magicbulletblog.com Strawberry Day Dream Smoothie In order to make thi

I have always enjoyed fruit smoothies, but never considered adding greens and other veggies to up the ante. I have to admit that at first, it really didn't sound too appealing. However, from the very first day that I added some fresh baby spinach to my banana, soy milk, and frozen strawberries, I was utterly hooked! It tasted wonderful and I noticed the positive side effects immediately. They helped to reduce cravings for sweets and aided in my digestion and elimination. (Sorry to have to bring up that topic so quickly, but without healthy elimination of wastes, we are bound-literally speaking-to be unhealthy and unhappy). photo credit: cookingclassy.com Before I continue, I would like to note that I used to make most of my smoothies with soy milk. Nowadays, not so much. Because soy can interfere with the natural production of hormones, I found that too much soy decreased my libido. I do love my soy milk, but I love my libido even more! Not everyone has the

Looking for vintage clothes that are wearable and relevant to the current trends isn't easy. But looking for wearable, moderately updated, and well-fitted vintage clothes is doubly hard. How many times have you given up a stylish vintage item just because it doesn't fit you? Finding vintage clothes in larger sizes is, more often than not, frustrating. photo credit: modcloth.com This is because vintage clothes are in sizes that don't conform to the modern standard sizing. People before were smaller and clothes are tailored to a dominant body shape of the current decade. For instance, clothes in the 1950's favored hourglass-shaped bodies, while clothes for pear-shaped bodies were apparent in the 1960's. But does this mean finding a plus size vintage clothing is next to impossibility? There's no denying the fact that it is hard to find a plus size clothing item, but it is not impossible. With sheer patience, persistence, and a little help

Collecting vintage shoes can be very exciting. Many women all over the world spend hours searching through discount stores, online retailers, specialty shops and antique markets with hopes of finding the perfect pair of pretty pumps, sexy sandals or flirty flats! They are well aware that wearing vintage footwear can make the difference and can often transform an outfit from drab to fab! Though there are many kinds of vintage shoes, there are a few styles which remain popular year after year. These styles are considered to be timeless and for those who collect them, these shoes have as much style and value today as on the day they were made. Here is our list of the top vintage shoe styles: photo credit: classygirlswearpearls.com Pumps and heels : All women feel better wearing a fabulous pair of pumps. Of course, this is not a new development. Women have been enjoying this classic style for centuries and have recently begun to cherish and collect the designs and st

photo credit: brides.com photo credit: bollea.com photo credit: weddingwindow.com photo credit: unitedwithlove.com Boutonnieres are the ultimate finishing touch to a gentleman's outfit and provide a sense of style. Here are some tips on how to make sure that the guys in your wedding party look fantastic. Types of Flower Roses are the most popular flower for a boutonniere, but don't feel that you have to follow tradition. Other flowers that work well include stephanotis, tulips and orchids. If you are on a budget, carnations are a good choice. Choosing Your Boutonnieres The colour of your boutonnieres can be chosen to either contrast or complement the colour of the groom's outfit. For instance a black morning suit with a burgundy cravat could be complemented by a burgundy boutonniere made from a tulip, calla lily or rose. Alternatively, you could arrange for boutonnieres to be made that mirror the flowers in the bride's bouquet. Who Should Have Boutonnie