Hello Everyone! The countdown to Christmas has begun and our little Elf, "Snowflake" has taken our letter to Santa Claus. Soon, it will be Christmas morning but first, let's put on our "crafting hats" and start by creating some beautiful Ribbon Christmas Trees. These Christmas Trees made out of ribbons are so cute and they have become very popular in the last couple of days. I originally crafted these trees for our children's teachers as a "Thank You" for all the hard work they do. I have to say that the response from all of our fans.... really overwhelming !
The Materials:
Small Box of Pins;
Ribbon of your choice (approximately 3 to 4 spools);
Foam cone, I used the medium size cone, approximately 3-7/8 inch x 8-7/8 inch.
Something to use at the top. A 3D Star would be ideal but it all depends on you. I used Small/medium size poinsettias to match the ribbons, and some really nice floral decorations I found at Micheal's.
Scissors.
Ruler.
The Steps:
1. Cut the ribbon (about 4.5 inches long). Tip: this is the time consuming part of this project. 2. Start pinning the first row around the corner. Tip: Make sure is close enough to cover the cone.
3. Continue to pin the strips of ribbon around the cone until you get to the very top. (you may chose each row a different color. Remember this is your project.) Tip: Each row should only be half an inch above each row. 4. I used a glittered snowflake foam sticker to cover the very top. Each end of the sticker will cover the pins on the very top row, and will also cover the top of the cone.
and your Ribbon Christmas Tree is now done!! We have now these beauties available for purchase! Frozen Ribbon Christmas Tree The Traditional Ribbon Christmas Tree
We are currently taking orders, each tree is $15.00 plus shipping. To place your order please email us your request to caramelcurlznswirls@yahoo.com. These are a great addition to your decor or as a gift!
We hope that every single one of you had an amazing Thanksgiving Day with the loved ones.
After that tiny break, it is time for us to catch up on some of our latest creations. Today, we will be talking about the DIY Guitar Ms Bree made with her Dad.
This project was called "The Sound Rubric Project" and it was for her Music Class. The requirements for the project were:
1. Instrument most be created by using items found in your home;
2. Must create sound;
3. Must be created and decorated by the student (with the help of a parent, only when needed);
4. Student must be able to explain how the instrument was created; and
5. Student must be able to demonstrate how the instrument creates sounds.
At this point I have to say that I am glad she did not choose a "piano". (Thank the Lord for small miracles). This school year seems to be full of projects. Maybe the explanation lays on the fact that Little Man is now in 3rd Grade and Ms Bree is in 1st Grade. Things seemed to be a lot easier last year.
Okay, let's move on, shall we. In order to comply with the first requirement on the list, we had to figure it out how to create a Guitar from things that we have a home.
Our materials:
Body of the guitar...... empty shoe box (small /thin preferred)
Neck of the guitar...... empty Paper towel roll
Strings......................... Rubber Bands
Now, in order to raise the rubber bands we needed somethings that it was small in size and that could be easily glued. Daddy found two pieces of wood in his toolbox that worked perfectly.
Okay, so here are the Steps:
1. Draw and cut a circle on the front of the shoe box;
2. Measure, draw and cut a circle on the top of the show box (this is where you will insert the paper towel roll);
3. (this step is optional) Wrap the shoe box with wrapping papers.
4. Carefully with your finger feel where the cut out circles are and cut the wrapping the paper. Do this for the front and top circles previously cut.
5. Insert the empty paper towel roll. If you need the roll to be a little more secure, you can place a piece of tape around the top and/or inside the front circle.
6. Glue the two pieces of wooden sticks on each end of the box.
7. Place rubber bands. (we used the large rubber bands.)
8. And last but not least... the decoration part! As you can see, a girl can never have enough stickers!
This is a very cute craft that can be done with the little ones at home. Especially if you have a little one who loves music. The fact that most of the items were found at home, make this project one of the most inexpensive ones we have made this year, so far.
This DIY instrument will always be unique for them. Something they created with their own two little hands. Ok, you helped out a little, but come on, we have to be realistic and imagine what will happen if you let your little one use "Gorilla Glue"... :)
And the results were? Ms. Bree received 100% for her project!! I was proud of her, because she was able to present her project in front of the class, and her Daddy was so proud of her because she remembered how to properly played the "strings". But most importantly, SHE was proud of herself. She picked the decorations, she helped wrapped the box and the empty paper towel rolls and she watched Barbie Rock & Royals enough time to know how to play the guitar like a PRO!! Okay, well, let's not tell her she's not ready to perform live yet!!! hahaaa
After posting this picture on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages, we received a few messages asking us about ACV and its benefits. Therefore, we decided to write this quick post about the benefits on Natural Hair, Weight Loss & Health.
I finally decided to give this "old" recipe a try, mainly because one of our biggest struggle is "thirsty hair", especially during the cold and dry days.
It is important to remember that using Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) without adding plenty of water on your curly strands may damage them. Therefore, make sure you mix the Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) with plenty of warm water.
I added 2 tbs of Vinegar to 16 oz warm water. Now that Ms. Bree's hair is short, it is a bit difficult to estimate how much solution or product is needed. Needless to say, I didn't use the entire 16 oz.
If you have anything left, don't worry, you can save the mixture to be used at a later time.
As you can see, Ms. Bree was not very happy about the strong odor. I must agree with her on that! It was a bit strong and even her puppy found it a bit "interesting", so interesting that she wanted to lick Ms. Bree's hair. But thankfully this only require from 10 to 15 minutes to work! Here Are A Few "Benefits of ACV" For Natural Hair:
1. The acidity of the Apple Cider Vinegar rinse will help maintain the pH balance of your curly tresses and it can remove buildup at the same time without stripping the hair of its natural oils. You may use Apple Cider Vinegar in lieu of a clarifying shampoo but make sure you choose an extra moisturizing conditioner so that your curly strands get all the moisture they need.
3. Apple Cider Vinegar will help treat clogged hair follicles due to bacterial infection that creates crusty flakes on the scalp. 4. Apple Cider Vinegar can help stimulate better circulation to the hair follicles, which strengthens the hair roots and promotes a healthy hair growth.
5. Apple Cider Vinegar has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties that help treat itchy, dry scalp. 6. Apple Cider Vinegar rinse can also help in closing your hair cuticles, which will keep moisture in your hair and minimize any frizz. It's important to remember that ACV is in acidity, and like with every product that contains high acidity levels, you must be cautious on how often you use it. The over use of this ACV mixture can lead to the degradation of your hair shaft.
ACV HEALTH BENEFITS
Korrie, owner of "Korrie's Korner" shares how she uses Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV):
I posted this a month ago on my Facebook page! How many of you stuck with this and are you experiencing the benefits from it?
Starting a day early for my challenge group. My first healthy habit change is going back to drinking 1 tbsp of acv and 8oz water every morning and evening. There are so many amazing health benefits to this. Here are a few:
1. It helps lower triglycerides which in return lower the bad cholesterol.
2. It helps your body maintain a healthy alkaline pH level. (This is my main reason for taking. I have a lack of energy and get a little of female infections sometimes due to a low pH level. This happens from having too much acid in your body which is my problem.)
3. Overall detoxification. It detoxifies the liver. Helps stimulate cardiovascular circulation.
4.This miracle vinegar helps to break up mucous throughout the body and cleanse the lymph nodes. Believe it or not, research suggests that apple cider vinegar can help with allergies because of its ability to reduce mucous and sinus congestion. When reducing the effects of allergies, it can also help stave off sinus infections and their related symptoms, such as sore throats and headaches.
5.This vinegar is rich in natural enzymes that can help rid your body of candida—yeasts that are attributed to thrush in humans. Candida also is blamed for creating symptoms of fatigue, poor memory, sugar cravings, and yeast infections. (I have issues with this as well.)
6. Reduces heartburn. It might seem like an oxymoron, but it really does help.
To follow Korrie simply visit her Facebook Page: Korrie's Korner!
I've been drinking Dr. Oz's Swuimsuit Slimdown Drink for four days now.
Drinking it before each meal reduces my appetite which leads me to eat smaller portions, my cravings for sweets (especially chocolate) have decreased and it has also helped producing a regular bowel movements.
I can't say for sure if it has helped with any cholesterol issues as I don't have any. However, I'm hoping my lovely husband will give this a try. Of course that will require a lot of persuasion on my behalf!
As I said before, ACV contains high level of acidity and just the same way it can damage your hair if you use in excess or undiluted. ACV can damage your tooth enamel as well as your throat's tissue if is not diluted before you drink it.
The Savannah College of Art and Design presents The Savannah Film
Festival.
Each year more than 40,000 people attend this eight day event filled
with cinematic creativity from both award-winning professionals and emerging
student filmmakers. The Festival is host to a wide variety of competition film
screenings, special screenings, workshops, discussion panels and lectures.Venues vary.Go tofilmfest.scad.edu for
times and locations.
Bring the kids dressed up for a Pre-Trick or Treat on River Street in Downtown Savannah on October 29, 2015 5-8 p.m. To participate, pick up your trick-or-treat bag the day of at the staff tent across from the Rousakis Plaza Arbor Stage at 115 E. River St. Get goodies from over 30 participating businesses at this FREE Halloween event.Just make sure to look for the “Pre-Trick or Treat Participating Establishment” poster on the storefronts to know which door to say “Trick or Treat” to! For more information, call (912) 234-0295 or go toriverstreetsavannah.com.
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays:Savannah Live! Come and join us as we celebrate our 10th Anniversary in Savannah with our newest creation, a dazzling new variety show with 2 hours of high-energy song, dance and comedy! Admission: $37+tax for adults $18+tax for children. (912) 233-7764 or savannahtheatre.com.
Enjoy a unique run through the beautiful Lake Mayer Park. You will be
among thespians during Halloween so now isn’t the time to be shy about your
costume creativity. Grab a partner, friends and family and compete for the Best
Costume Couple or Group or go big on your own for the Best Overall Costume
Award. A post race party will follow the run with including spooky
treats and music. A 50-50 drawing could be the biggest prize of the day.
Proceeds from the
event will benefit the Savannah Arts Academy Theatre Department. Your
contribution will directly support the Theatre Productions including
performances, set and costume design and construction.
Tickets are $25 until October 29, when they change to $30. Packet
pickup is from 3-5 p.m. on October 30 at the Unforgettable Bakery
& Deli (238 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah 31406). Military and student
discounts are available.Click herefor tickets
Race day
registration and packet pick up opens the day of the race (October 31) at 7:30
a.m. and closes at 8:15 a.m. The race kicks off at 8:30 a.m. and the awards and
50/50 drawing is at 10 a.m. For more information, go to savannahraces.com.
Tanger Outlets' Halloween Trick
or Treat
Event Details
Start: 31 October 2015 1:00 pm
Join the fun as Tanger hosts its annual Trick or Treat event
Saturday, October 31, from 1-3 p.m. Visit Shopper Services and participating
stores for candy and prizes for children under 12. Bring the entire family for
some Trick or Treat fun! For more information, go
to tangeroutlet.com/savannah.
The Forsyth
Farmers’ Market (FFM) was founded in 2009 by six women who came together with
the intention of supporting their common vision of a local food system that is
good for the health of all people and the environment. They merged with the
existing Starland market and sought permission from the city to allow a
farmers’ market in historic Forsyth Park. The first market was on May 9th,
2009. The FFM was conceived and planned to provide all members of Savannah’s
community a welcoming, inclusive place to purchase local food and address food
access issues. Despite some logistical challenges, Forsyth Park was chosen
because it is a beautiful, public place in Savannah where everyone feels
welcome. The founders made a special effort to seek out vendors from all
backgrounds and conduct outreach to a wide variety of people. FFM, Inc. is
currently in the process of applying for a 501c3 designation.
From the very
beginning, the FFM has focused on food and food issues which is why it is a
producer-only market (meaning all vendors have to be producing at least 75% of
the products they sell) and allows only food and plant vendors. The founders
also sought to address food access by opening the market with a token system
that allow shoppers to use SNAP (supplemental nutrition assistance program,
formerly known as food stamps). The FFM was one of the first independent,
farmers’ markets in the nation to institute this system. By partnering with
Wholesome Wave Georgia to double SNAP purchases and by conducting outreach to
those community members who utilize SNAP the FFM has had the second highest
SNAP sales at a farmers’ market in the state year after year.
Organizers
envision a farmers’ market that is a strong hub of community activity that
supports many aspects of a healthy local food system. To that end, there are
many ways to participate in the market besides buying and selling. The market
partners with health advocates, garden enthusiasts, community builders and a
variety of other groups. There is a designated education and outreach space at
each market. Please check out our “get involved” page to see who you can deepen
your understanding of and participation in the transformation of our food
system.
Mission
The mission of the Forsyth Farmers’ Market is to promote understanding and
participation in a local food system that supports sustainable production and
increases access to local products.
Vision
The FFM envisions a sustainable, local food system that promotes the health of
individuals, farmers and the community.
This
family-friendly Halloween Baazar will have over 50 vendors to check out
(arts, crafts, shopping and food trucks), as well as trick-or-treating, games,
prizes and a costume contest for kids and adults. There is a $1 entry fee,
which includes two bazaar bucks to spend at any vendor. For more
information, go to wellfedsavannah.com/events/bazaar.
"Stranger Than
Fiction: An Exploration of the Extraordinary in Old Savannah"
Every weekend in October the Davenport
House Museum will have 90-minute tours to see historical entertainment on the
many extraordinary ideas, beliefs and objects with which people in the 1820s
would have been familiar. While visitors maneuver the historic site they will
come into contact with those who lived there in 1828 as they hear about what
thrilled, scared and horrified Savannahians of that time. Special attention
will be paid to spiritual convictions of Lowcountry African Americans of the
past. Tickets are $22 in advance and $25 at the door. For more information
about the Stranger Than Fiction tours or the museum itself, call the Davenport
House Museum at (912) 236-8097.
"The Nightmare
on Congress Street"- Charity Bar Crawl
October 31:“The Nightmare on Congress Street”
Charity Bar Crawl is Savannah’s creepiest and scariest bar crawl along
Savannah’s eeriest strip. Costume Crawlers will quench their thirst on drink
specials at each participating bar as they creep down chilling Congress Street.
As opposed to a typical “bar crawl” where participants travel as one big group
with designated time slots at each bar, this event allows participants to
“crawl” at their own pace. staffordpromotions.com/.
May Street Fall Festival
Get ready for a night of treats and sweets on May Street. On Oct. 27, Gadsden Elementary School and West Broad Street YMCA will be hosting this annual event for the entire family. The will be food, face painting, freebies and more. Don’t forget to bring a friend! Learn more at www.westbroadstreetymca.org.
Bryan County Bark Park will host its third annual Howl-o-ween BYOD (bring your own dog) event featuring canine costume competitions to raise funds to pay off the building loan and keep the park free and open to all. Raffle giveaway is a paddle board worth $1,000 plus fins, leash and car rack as well as a one-hour introductory lesson. Raffle tickets are $5 each or $20 for five tickets and can be purchased at the event or by calling 912-657-1221.
It is not essential to attend the event to win. Learn more at www.bryanbarkpark.com.
Wednesday October 28, 2015 6:00pm - 9:00pm Fish Tales Restaurant(3203 Fort McAllister Road)
To learn more about these and to see more events visit
Yes, this is another tutorial on how to make your own festive wreath! If you thought our Festive Fall Wreath Tutorialwas cheap and easy. Then you won't believe how much we spent on the materials we used to create this "Spooky Halloween Wreath". Are you ready for me to blow your mind? Let's start...
We usually cover our front door with a Light Up Grim Reaper that also makes a scary noises every time you push the button. Unfortunately, we've had the door cover for some time now and it was time to replace it.
Our daughter expressed her desire to do a Halloween wreath instead of a door cover and who was I to say "no" to such request!
She searched Pinterest for a while, and kept coming back to a few designs but she couldn't decide which one she wanted. Therefore, we decided to combine all designs into one!
Below are her two favorite designs:
Spooky Halloween Wreath:
The Materials: 3 Spools of Bronze Ribbon 2 Bushes of Black Roses with Orange Glitter 1 Pack of 6 Glittered Spiders 2 Green Glittered Twirls 1 Medium Black Crow 1 16" Wreath Foam Form
The tools you will need: Wire Cutters; Scissors; Glue Gun
Step 1:
Start by wrapping the bronze ribbon all around your wreath form;
Apply hot a few drops of hot glue to keep the end of ribbon in place;
I used approximately 2.5 spools of ribbon;
Step 2:
Cut the stems of the roses, make sure you leave approximately 1 to 1.5 inches of wire;
Once you've determine where you want to position the flowers;
Smear a bit of hot glue at the bottom of the roses;
Quickly puncture the ribbon using the wire and push all the way thru;
Repeat the above steps until your have utilized all the roses.
STEP 3:
Hot glue the little creepy spiders onto the wreath;
Step 4:
This is going to be a bit difficult, you will need an extra pair of hands to help you hold the
wreath while you glue the crow onto it;
Remove the crows feet, they will only get in your way, plus the bird will be more
secure if you glue it directly onto the wreath.
Step 5:
Carefully separate each twirl from the main stem;
Find the perfect spot before you glue them onto the wreath;
THE FINAL RESULT!
And here it is! Our Spooky Wreath all finished ...
Let's go over our expenses shall we? 3 Spools of Bronze Ribbon ......................................................$4.47 2 Bushes of Black Roses with Orange Glitter ......................$2.49 1 Pack of 6 Glittered Spiders .................................................$1.49 2 Green Glittered Twirls ........................................................$2.98 1 Medium Black Crow .............................................................$5.39 1 16" Wreath Foam Form ......................................................$5.39
