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With the end of summer comes the beginning of the next exciting season in your children’s lives - back-to-school time. Whether you are a parent or an educator, you want the classroom the children attend this year to be engaging, vibrant and original.Gone are the days of stuffy plastic globes and colorless borders. Clever slogans, colorful decor and highlighting achievements are now the best motivators in getting kids to learn. With these tips and tricks, you can take the classroom from egg …

The old saying “A picture is worth a thousand words,” rings true in many situations, but how do you use your photographs to speak for you? Whether you are looking to encourage your children to believe in themselves, or just highlight someone special in the workplace for their achievements, studies have shown photographs can raise self-esteem.How do you choose the right picture to use, or where the perfect placement will be? Follow these simple suggestions, and you’ll be seeing an improveme …

A mirror can be anything from a room necessity to a piece of art, and keeping them looking great can be a challenge due to their delicate nature. Using abrasive cleaners or even the wrong mirror placement can cause irreparable damage to your most prized decor pieces.Following these simple tips will keep your mirrors not only looking great and functional, but also make them last for generations to follow. Use a soft cloth and non-abrasive cleaners. Try not to use old or dirty cleaning r …

Though we may have the best intentions when we store our old family photographs, often they become lost, damaged or forgotten over time. Finding these treasured memories that set the storyline of our past can be an exciting discovery, but what do you do if they have become too damaged to display?Sometimes these things are best left in the hands of a professional, but for minor “bumps and bruises,” follow these steps to restore your favorite family photos so you can appreciate them for gener …

The summer months are the best time of the year to gather friends for a celebration of long days and lazy evenings, but keeping the party going with the trials of outdoor life can be a challenge. Even the savviest of party planners can misstep in throwing an outdoor shindig without the right tips and tricks.If you are itching to show off that newly landscaped back yard, follow these helpful hints to throw an elegant, yet casual, outdoor dinner party. Keep away unwanted guests. One of the …