Your Guide to Throwing a 90s-Theme Party
The 1990s were a decade full of iconic fashion trends, chart-topping music, and unforgettable pop culture moments. From grunge to boy bands to the rise of the internet, the 90s left an indelible mark on popular culture that still resonates today. That’s why it’s no surprise that 90s-themed parties have become increasingly popular in recent […]
How Many Kids Parents Wanted vs. How Many They Actually Had
Family planning is probably the biggest misnomer I’ve ever heard. You can’t plan anything. Maybe you’re lucky, and maybe your plans do end up working out, but, for the vast majority of us, the families we end up with usually end up looking different than the ones we thought we’d get. Sometimes in small ways, […]
The Best Cupcake Ideas for Your Next Party
One of the most versatile party decorations are cupcakes. With the right cake toppers, they can match any party theme. Best of all, you don’t have to pack away the decorations once you’re done. You just eat them. Piñata cupcakes can bring an especially festive mood to any party. Plus, have you ever met anyone who hated […]
12 Funny and Clever Ways To Say “I Miss You”
The phrase “I miss you” seems too weak for some situations. It doesn’t capture that feeling of chaos and minor catastrophe caused by the absence of a true love or however you call them. To give the phrase more depth, sometimes you need to add props or a few extra words. For example: 12 Funny […]
17 Creative Masquerade Masks for Halloween
Thanks to the “Phantom of the Opera” and Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Red Masque of Death,” masquerade balls are just creepy enough to be appropriate for Halloween. Even if you don’t throw an out-and-out masquerade, though, a Venetian-style mask is a great costume option, with or without a matching outfit. Although, I think there’s a […]
10 Delicious Homemade Cereal Recipes
Store-bought cereals can seem a little mysterious sometimes. They have long lists of ingredients, unusual shapes and colors that are probably difficult to make at home. That’s why it can be fun to make homemade cereal for once, instead of just granola. You know exactly what you’re eating and can personalize the ingredients according to […]
9 International Easter Bread Recipes
Hot cross buns aren’t the only type of traditional Easter bread. As an international holiday, Easter has a great variety of foods and customs unique to each region of the world. There are so many delicious kinds of Easter breads, for instance, that you could try a different recipe each year and never run out of […]
Historical American Recipes and Cookbooks for the 4th of July
The American Independence Day is usually celebrated with a barbecue, but if you want to try something different, visit the Colonial Williamsburg website for American recipes from the 18th century. They have a whole department dedicated to researching and recreating colonial American foods, called the Department of Historic Foodways. They’re currently researching culinary topics like coffee, dairying, food […]
How to Make 10 Creative Rice Krispies Treats
The basic recipe for Rice Krispies Treats is easy: melt marshmallows with butter, combine with plenty of puffed rice cereal / “Rice Krispies,” and let it cool. For many creative cooks, the recipe is too simple to leave plain, especially since Rice Krispies Treats are so flexible. You can form all kinds of shapes with […]
12 Easy to Make Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches
Once you’ve made ice cream sandwiches at home, the store-bought versions seem so boring. The recipes are usually quite simple too. There are basically three ingredients: a type of ice cream, a type of cookie and something special to give it panache. You can substitute brownies or even doughnuts for the cookies, and frozen custard […]