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Family Financial, Health, and Recreation News
Candles and the Bedroom
March 31, 2007
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Learn how to enhance the image of your bedroom, using simple and elegant accents and accessories, such as candles and rugs.
If you re looking for a quick and easy way to enhance the image of your bedroom, candles are the answer. Candles are a great way to add an intimate touch and warmth to your bedroom without the expense of buying new bedroom furniture.
The first decision to make is what color scheme are you going to use throughout your bedroom. We recommend two or three colors at most. Next you need to choose your decorating style for your bedroom. Styles to choose from include, rustic, eclectic, traditional, country or contemporary. But remember it’s your bedroom and you know what appeals to you, so keep this in mind if you’re not sure of the style.
There are many types of candles available, including pillar, jar, floating, taper and soy candles to name a few. Scented candles are recommended for the bedroom to add a sense of warmth and relaxation. Scented candles are widely available in different colors, shapes and sizes.
Note: Always remember to never leave candles unattended whilst burning.
About The Author
Olivia Filipetto is publisher of www.bedroomfurniture.com, providing all you need to know about enchancing your bedroom and buying bedroom furniture.
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How to dry Roses
March 29, 2007
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There are many reasons why you might want to dry your roses: Many people want to keep a memento of a special moment, perhaps from a wedding they went to, a special holiday or maybe the flowers were a gift from a mate, a friend, or family member. Whatever your reasons for doing it, this is the section where you will learn to dry your roses properly. There two ways that you can dry your roses that are a cheap and relatively easy. Air Drying Air drying is by far the easiest and most inexpensive method of drying flowers, including roses. It is easy to do; all you have to do is follow these simple instructions. Whenever I receive roses as a gift, I dry them to prolong my enjoyment of them. I have used them to create dried arrangements, potpourri, and many times have added them to centerpiece arrangements. Supplies: Roses (tend to dry darker than original color) Twine Hairspray (optional) Arrange your roses in a vase with water and floral preservative, as you would with a regular arrangement. Allow roses to partially open, remove them from the vase, tie a string around the bottom of the stems and hang the bunch upside down in a dry place (such as an attic or garage). Depending on humidity levels, it will take about two weeks for the roses to completely dry. Test for dryness by gently squeezing a bud and if it is soft to the touch, you will need to give it more time. When the flowers/buds are firm, untie them, spray with hairspray to prevent crumbling, and arrange as desired. Sand Drying 1. Start by picking the roses that are in perfect condition. They shouldn’t have any dew on them and the stems should be dry as well. 2. You can reinforce the stems and blossom with either white glue or florist wire. 3. For florist wire, you will want to cut off most of the stem. Leave about one inch of stem. 4. Push about 3 inches of wire through the stem and right through the flower head. 5. Next, you want to bend the end of the wire into a hook over each rose head and pull it down. This helps to keep the head secured to the stem. 6. When choosing to use the glue, begin by diluting the glue in a dab of water. 7. You will take a toothpick and dab a thin coat of the glue mixture at the base of each petal. 8. Next, you will work the glue into the base of the stems of each flower so that you can attach each petal to the base, wait till the glue dries completely. 9. Now for the sand, slowly and carefully cover the flowers with sand in deep open boxes. 10. Make the sand in the box deep enough to hold the flowers upright. 11. Sit each flower in the sand filled box and slowly pour sand around the base, around the sides, and over and under the petals. You should pour the sand evenly so that you can preserve the flowers natural shape. 12. You will want to wait for the flowers to dry while facing upright. 13. Put the boxes with the roses in a dry space that is warm and brightly lit. This will ensure that your roses will maintain their bright color. 14. Let them dry for one to three weeks. 15. If you want more muted colors, you will want to dry them in a more humid area. 16. To remove the sand, tip the drying Container slightly so that the sand can fall off the flowers. 17. Remove each flower one by one. Now you have successfully learned how to dry your roses so that they are ready for you to do whatever you’d like with them. These dried flowers will make great decorations for any room in your house or office, or whatever else you’d like to do. About the Author Candee Stark is a Reading Specialist in a local elementary school and has spent the last two and a half years earning her masters degree. Her new passion is her indoor herb garden. Visit her at Flowers and Garden if you would like to read more gardening and flower articles.
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Subtle Ways Your Cat Trains You
March 26, 2007
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Cats are subtle in the ways they train their human owners. Just as we train them to use a scratching post or accept a new baby, there are many ways they train us. Cats want us to ensure that they have a safe, fun home. Keep plenty of cat toys and treats on hand. Of major importance to a cat is the maintenance of their litter box. You should have one litter box for each cat and it should be placed in a safe, quiet location. Keep the box away from th… Read more about cats at our website.
Growing Nostalgic “Old Roses” In Your Garden
March 24, 2007
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“Old Roses” Convey Time Honored Tradition In the 18th Century, the practice of tending rose bushes was popular and a handy source for young men to offer as gifts during courtship. These roses were not only beautiful to admire and richly fragrant but also highly symbolic of an unwritten and often unspoken language between admirers. In ancient times, some even believed that these roses contained medicinal properties. Most of these “old roses” came from hardy shrubs that required moderate tending. Today’s “old rose” varieties are also for the most part hardy but require consistent attention before you’ll achieve a seasoned gardener’s level of perfection. The category of “old roses” is from a hardy stock of rose bushes and climbers that were popular in the Victorian age. Most of these Victorian-age roses were imported from varieties that were first grown in Greece and Persia during the 15th Century. These aromatic roses are still highly popular in today’s gardens since they grow well in several zones and don’t require the same highly detailed attention as many hybrid roses. To select an “old rose” for your garden, begin by examining your garden area and figuring out what roses work in that area. For instance, some “old roses” bushes work best as hedges while others prefer to crawl low as bed covers. Many climbers first look like small bushes but climb well up patios, sides of homes, and fences. Some other factors to think about when picking and arranging “old roses” are drainage, sunlight, shading, and insects. Most “old roses” must be watered very frequently on a daily basis. Sunlight is needed for about five hours a day for most “old rose” shrubs About The Author Copyright 2005 Simonetta Jensen. All rights reserved. Simonetta Jensen is the webmaster and operator of Roses ABC Inc which is a principal resource for information on roses and other flowers on the internet. For more info visit her archive of articles: rosesabc/
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Voip Free International Calls Philippines Avail the VoIP offers of free international calls in the Philippines
March 23, 2007
Posted in General Family @ 5:00 amQuickly bookmark Voip Free International Calls Philippines Avail the VoIP offers of free international calls in the Philippines at:
Filipinos have established the value and culture of close family ties. So even if family members or friends have to work outside the country, they still would find ways to get connected in any way. Good thing there’s the VoIP technology in the Philippines that bridges the distance. Now, it is possible to connect to the family way back in the home country for cheaper or free long d… Please see our site at VOIP for more information.
