Friday, October 25, 2019 / by Lauren McGinnis
Halloween week is almost upon us, and nothing says Halloween quite like carved pumpkins! Hosting pumpkin carving parties, and even competitions, for family and friends has become a new trend. If you are jumping on board and hosting a party this weekend we have some ideas to help make it fun for everyone!
First we suggest you keep things easy and casual. You are going to get messy when carving and scraping out the pumpkin, so keeping everything light and easy will not only save you time on decorating but also clean up. Set up a few folding tables with disposable table cloths, a few pumpkin carving tools and designs for everyone to use. Top it off with some music and let the pumpkins be the decorations.
Of course you will want some food to snack on while working, creating a grazing table or buffet with small finger foods will keep everyone happy. Don't spend time making an elaborate meal, keep it simple. Everyone is going to want to focus on why they are there in the first place.; ...
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Friday, October 18, 2019 / by Lauren McGinnis
When you look at your kitchen are you inspired to cook up a feast? Or does your kitchen make you want to order take out?
If your kitchen leaves you wanting more, but you just don't have the time or the budget to go for a full on remodel then don't worry! We have found the perfect kitchen upgrades, that don't require you to gut and completely remodel your area, that will have you wanting to host a dinner party in no time!
Zillow.com recently conducted a study and found these 7 zones to be the best places to upgrade without breaking the bank. They suggest focusing on any combination of the 7 main zones when planning a kitchen upgrade. The zones are; cabinets, backsplash, countertops, shelving, lighting, pulls and knobs, and appliances and plumbing.
If you are ready to jump into a kitchen upgrade in any of these zones, this is what Zillow recommends for each zone so that you can get the most bang for your buck.
Cabinets - can be repainted, refaced, or replaced in about ...
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