Laser cost has dropped over the last few years to a level that most people or small companies can afford.
I remember when I 1st started laser technology in 1991 the laser cost was quite incredible with the big 40 watt gas lasers costing over 100,000$. Now they are almost cheap. I have seen the laser cost at about 1000$ for a small system now, which is ideal for the small operator, however do not expect professional results from one of these systems.
The laser cost has reduced, but so also has the cost of all the other components from beam tables to programmers, but again you get what you pay for and this is what my article is about today.
Just because the laser cost is getting cheaper from some "laser companies" does not mean that you are getting a good deal. In fact quite the opposite is normally true. The cheaper the show, normally the cheaper the product. I mean it stands to reason that you will not get a top of the range show for almost no investment.
If you want a great show, do not let the laser cost influence you too much. Take into consideration the skill of the operator, what projects they have done before and how experienced they are.
Also a laser is not just a laser. There are different beam qualities and different wavelengths to take into consideration and this will play a huge effect in the end result of the show. Beam focal points need to be thought of, especially when displaying graphics because if the beam divergence is too big, the quality of the graphics will be poor.
A cheap show that does not work is actually very expensive and a more expensive show that does what you want is actually really great value for money. The special effects of a film are normally the 2nd most expensive part of a movie to to the special handling they require so I suggest that you do not let your local light company handle such a specialized product.
Focus a little more on the final outcome of the show and the value of the production and this will without doubt justify paying a little more for the laser cost.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
How to Act at a Meet and Greet
Meet and greets are a stepping stone for some to connect with other couples or singles with similar interests and to enjoy a casual evening in a relaxed setting. For those unsure of how to carry themselves and to understand the type of behavior expected at these events, follow the tips mentioned here for a smoother evening.
Step1
Practice treating the ones you meet in the manner in which you would want to be treated. Be kind and considerate of others' feelings.
Step2
Smile and introduce yourself to others and remember to relax and behave in a non-aggressive manner. If you are not interested in a particular person, still continue to behave nicely.
Step3
Accept rejections with respect and continue to move about the meet and greet to get to know as many people as you can throughout the evening. There is always the possibility they may connect you with someone you want to spend more time with.
Step4
Control your drinking so you always keep your composure and can still function, especially if you have to drive home afterwards.
Step5
Refrain from negative talk of others in the groups. If you encounter someone that is aggressive and you are not interested, simply move away to another area of the meet and greet event.
Step6
Adopt a no drugs rule and stick to it. Keep your partner aware of your encounters. Smoke only in the areas assigned for such.
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Step1
Practice treating the ones you meet in the manner in which you would want to be treated. Be kind and considerate of others' feelings.
Step2
Smile and introduce yourself to others and remember to relax and behave in a non-aggressive manner. If you are not interested in a particular person, still continue to behave nicely.
Step3
Accept rejections with respect and continue to move about the meet and greet to get to know as many people as you can throughout the evening. There is always the possibility they may connect you with someone you want to spend more time with.
Step4
Control your drinking so you always keep your composure and can still function, especially if you have to drive home afterwards.
Step5
Refrain from negative talk of others in the groups. If you encounter someone that is aggressive and you are not interested, simply move away to another area of the meet and greet event.
Step6
Adopt a no drugs rule and stick to it. Keep your partner aware of your encounters. Smoke only in the areas assigned for such.
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Friday, August 22, 2008
How to Attend a Bar Mitzvah
So you've been invited to a bar mitzvah. If this is your first, you may not know what the celebration is all about, let alone what to wear, what gift to bring and what kind of festivities take place. The good news is that you can look forward to one great party--and with a little bit of preparation you'll blend in with the whole meshpucha (Yiddish for family). Read on to learn more.
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Step1
Understand what a bar mitzvah is. A bar mitzvah celebrates a Jewish boy's rite of passage into adulthood and usually takes place when he's around 13 years old. It begins with a formal ceremony and usually takes place in a synagogue during Saturday morning services. The bar mitzvah boy reads from the Torah, leads the congregation in prayer and usually talks about a community service project he conducted as part of his preparation.
Step2
Get ready for lots of fun after the ceremony. Sometimes the reception can take place immediately afterwards. Other times it can be a nighttime party or a luncheon the following day. It's usually fairly similar to a wedding with catered food, floral arrangements, favors and a disc jockey or band.
Step3
Dress in a suit or dress for the ceremony. Women need to make sure their arms are covered if the ceremony is held in a conservative synagogue. For the party, suits are also appropriate unless the invitation says black tie--which is very unusual. Women can wear cocktail dresses for evening affairs and suits or more casual skirt outfits and dresses for luncheons.
Step4
Bring a gift similar slightly lower in scale to what you'd give at a wedding. A cash savings bond is always a great idea, or you can give books, camping equipment, an iPod, a watch or anything else you think would appeal to a 13 year old boy. The Hebrew representation of the word "life" is the same as the number 18, so people often give cash or checks in multiples of $18, such as $36 or $180.
Step5
Expect a kosher menu if the reception is at a synagogue. This means no dairy and meat products served at the same time--fish and dairy may be served together, but not fish and meat or poultry.
Step6
Enjoy a party filled with dancing, games and often a candle lighting ceremony, where the bar mitzvah boy asks the people closest to him to light the 13 candles on his cake.
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Articles resource
Step1
Understand what a bar mitzvah is. A bar mitzvah celebrates a Jewish boy's rite of passage into adulthood and usually takes place when he's around 13 years old. It begins with a formal ceremony and usually takes place in a synagogue during Saturday morning services. The bar mitzvah boy reads from the Torah, leads the congregation in prayer and usually talks about a community service project he conducted as part of his preparation.
Step2
Get ready for lots of fun after the ceremony. Sometimes the reception can take place immediately afterwards. Other times it can be a nighttime party or a luncheon the following day. It's usually fairly similar to a wedding with catered food, floral arrangements, favors and a disc jockey or band.
Step3
Dress in a suit or dress for the ceremony. Women need to make sure their arms are covered if the ceremony is held in a conservative synagogue. For the party, suits are also appropriate unless the invitation says black tie--which is very unusual. Women can wear cocktail dresses for evening affairs and suits or more casual skirt outfits and dresses for luncheons.
Step4
Bring a gift similar slightly lower in scale to what you'd give at a wedding. A cash savings bond is always a great idea, or you can give books, camping equipment, an iPod, a watch or anything else you think would appeal to a 13 year old boy. The Hebrew representation of the word "life" is the same as the number 18, so people often give cash or checks in multiples of $18, such as $36 or $180.
Step5
Expect a kosher menu if the reception is at a synagogue. This means no dairy and meat products served at the same time--fish and dairy may be served together, but not fish and meat or poultry.
Step6
Enjoy a party filled with dancing, games and often a candle lighting ceremony, where the bar mitzvah boy asks the people closest to him to light the 13 candles on his cake.
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Sunday, August 17, 2008
How to Ask Someone to the Prom
You'll soon forget the latest math exam, but prom night will remain forever ingrained in your memory. Ask someone special to share this memorable event with you.
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Step1
Make sure that, to the best of your knowledge, your intended does not already have a date.
Step2
Choose a quiet location and an appropriate time to pop the question. Asking your future date in front of a large group of people will only serve to make him or her uncomfortable.
Step3
Prepare yourself before you ask. If you are nervous, take slow, deep breaths. Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Avoid caffeine, which will increase anxiety.
Step4
Avoid overselling your proposal. Simply remind your intended that the prom is approaching and express your desire to attend the dance with him or her.
Step5
Tell your date that you will be in contact to discuss logistics, assuming you've received a positive reply.
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More articles......
Step1
Make sure that, to the best of your knowledge, your intended does not already have a date.
Step2
Choose a quiet location and an appropriate time to pop the question. Asking your future date in front of a large group of people will only serve to make him or her uncomfortable.
Step3
Prepare yourself before you ask. If you are nervous, take slow, deep breaths. Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Avoid caffeine, which will increase anxiety.
Step4
Avoid overselling your proposal. Simply remind your intended that the prom is approaching and express your desire to attend the dance with him or her.
Step5
Tell your date that you will be in contact to discuss logistics, assuming you've received a positive reply.
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Thursday, August 14, 2008
A very good method to promote websites:write blogs ogether
Google blog has a function:a blog can have up to 100 authors,that is mean:we can write blogs together.
But,Why should we write blogs together?
The reason is simple:that will brings more visitors,it is a very good method to promote websites.
If we write our blogs independently,the updation of the blogs is slow,so there are little traffic to the articles.
If we write blogs together,there will be more articles in the blogs,the updation will be faster,so the rank of the blog will go up,and there are more visitors to your articles.You can use these articles to promote your blogs and websites.If you have no websites,there are free website sourcecode in internet,just Click here you can get several websites.
There are some blogs invite you to write together,you can send your email address(if you have a google account,please send it) to invitewriter@mail.com,use the theme:I want to become a co-author,and write down the names of blogs you want to join to write,up to 3.If you do not give any blog name,we will nominate a blog to you randomly.
You will get a invitation email,follow the instruction there,you can write blog with a team.What a fun!
The blogs list are below:
arts entertainment
business
careers
cars
computers
culture society
education
electronics
fashion style personal
food drink
health
hobbies games toys
holidays celebrations
home garden
internet
how to do everything
legal
parenting
parties entertaining
personal finance
pets
phone and address
relationships family
sports fitness
travel
weddings
Warning:no adult contents,please!
But,Why should we write blogs together?
The reason is simple:that will brings more visitors,it is a very good method to promote websites.
If we write our blogs independently,the updation of the blogs is slow,so there are little traffic to the articles.
If we write blogs together,there will be more articles in the blogs,the updation will be faster,so the rank of the blog will go up,and there are more visitors to your articles.You can use these articles to promote your blogs and websites.If you have no websites,there are free website sourcecode in internet,just Click here you can get several websites.
There are some blogs invite you to write together,you can send your email address(if you have a google account,please send it) to invitewriter@mail.com,use the theme:I want to become a co-author,and write down the names of blogs you want to join to write,up to 3.If you do not give any blog name,we will nominate a blog to you randomly.
You will get a invitation email,follow the instruction there,you can write blog with a team.What a fun!
The blogs list are below:
arts entertainment
business
careers
cars
computers
culture society
education
electronics
fashion style personal
food drink
health
hobbies games toys
holidays celebrations
home garden
internet
how to do everything
legal
parenting
parties entertaining
personal finance
pets
phone and address
relationships family
sports fitness
travel
weddings
Warning:no adult contents,please!
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
How to Arrange a Kids Craft Party!
Offering the Best Kids Activities for crafts, outings, rainy day suggestions and more. A great resource for caregivers to educate, stimulate and enjoy time with children and babies.
http://www.freewebtown.com/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/3.htm#2
Step1
How to host a kids craft party
Kids begin developing their artistic ability at an early age. Give them a chance to have some creative fun at a Kids Crafts Birthday Party!
Invitations:
* Stencil invitations: Cut out your own stencil or buy one from a craft store. Fold a piece of paper in half and stencil the design on the front. Write the information for your crafts party inside. Keep the design simple.
* Be creative and check out a scrapbook store for invitations that your child can make to indicate it will be a craft party!
Step2
Decorations:
* Set up a room for kids to do arts and crafts; cover the floor with plastic or newspapers. Or, host the birthday party outside.
* Provide easels, tables and white paper for creating artwork and crafts, along with lots of craft materials, such as markers, safety scissors, glue, fabric scraps, sequins, glitter, stickers, colored paper and so on.
* Hang the birthday boy's or girl's arts and crafts projects around the party room at child's eye level.
* Decorate the party table with art and craft supplies.
* Make placemats for the party guests that look like artists' palettes.
Step3
Games:
* Dough Designs: Give the kids Play-Doh or baker's clay (dough made with flour, salt and water) and have them shape the material any way they like. When everyone finishes, have everyone guess what each dough object is supposed to be!
Activities:
* Decorate T-shirts or pillowcases: Give each child a white T-shirt, or request on the party invitations that kids bring a white T-shirt that can be decorated. Cover an area of floor with thick cardboard from the sides of large boxes. Insert a thinner, smaller piece of cardboard inside each T-shirt to keep paint from running through to the back. Tape the shirt and thin cardboard down to the heavier cardboard, keeping the front surface flat. Have kids decorate their T-shirts with non-toxic fabric paints. Allow the T-shirts to dry and let guests wear the shirts home at the end of the birthday party.
* For girls, have them make diva gloves! (www.best-kids-actvities.com/gloves.html)
* Before the party, create a long banner. By either taping pieces of paper together, or looking for connected printer paper at a office supply store. Create a design or lettering across it. Set out markers or crayons and have them do the decorating for the party themselves!
* Have them create their own puppets. They can even put on their own puppet show! (www.best-kids-activies.com/puppet.html)
Step4
For Dessert:
* Bake a round cake.
* Frost the cake with white frosting.
* Decorate the top of the birthday cake to look like an artist's palette, using colored frosting to make circles of "paint." Set a clean, new paintbrush on top of the cake.
* Bake or buy large cookies, (or even a large cookie cake) and let party guests decorate them any way they want, using tubes of icing, gels and sprinkles.
Favors:
* Let the kids keep their decorated T-shirts.
* Make extra baker's clay and give each guest a portion to take home at the end of the birthday party.
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http://www.freewebtown.com/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/3.htm#2
Step1
How to host a kids craft party
Kids begin developing their artistic ability at an early age. Give them a chance to have some creative fun at a Kids Crafts Birthday Party!
Invitations:
* Stencil invitations: Cut out your own stencil or buy one from a craft store. Fold a piece of paper in half and stencil the design on the front. Write the information for your crafts party inside. Keep the design simple.
* Be creative and check out a scrapbook store for invitations that your child can make to indicate it will be a craft party!
Step2
Decorations:
* Set up a room for kids to do arts and crafts; cover the floor with plastic or newspapers. Or, host the birthday party outside.
* Provide easels, tables and white paper for creating artwork and crafts, along with lots of craft materials, such as markers, safety scissors, glue, fabric scraps, sequins, glitter, stickers, colored paper and so on.
* Hang the birthday boy's or girl's arts and crafts projects around the party room at child's eye level.
* Decorate the party table with art and craft supplies.
* Make placemats for the party guests that look like artists' palettes.
Step3
Games:
* Dough Designs: Give the kids Play-Doh or baker's clay (dough made with flour, salt and water) and have them shape the material any way they like. When everyone finishes, have everyone guess what each dough object is supposed to be!
Activities:
* Decorate T-shirts or pillowcases: Give each child a white T-shirt, or request on the party invitations that kids bring a white T-shirt that can be decorated. Cover an area of floor with thick cardboard from the sides of large boxes. Insert a thinner, smaller piece of cardboard inside each T-shirt to keep paint from running through to the back. Tape the shirt and thin cardboard down to the heavier cardboard, keeping the front surface flat. Have kids decorate their T-shirts with non-toxic fabric paints. Allow the T-shirts to dry and let guests wear the shirts home at the end of the birthday party.
* For girls, have them make diva gloves! (www.best-kids-actvities.com/gloves.html)
* Before the party, create a long banner. By either taping pieces of paper together, or looking for connected printer paper at a office supply store. Create a design or lettering across it. Set out markers or crayons and have them do the decorating for the party themselves!
* Have them create their own puppets. They can even put on their own puppet show! (www.best-kids-activies.com/puppet.html)
Step4
For Dessert:
* Bake a round cake.
* Frost the cake with white frosting.
* Decorate the top of the birthday cake to look like an artist's palette, using colored frosting to make circles of "paint." Set a clean, new paintbrush on top of the cake.
* Bake or buy large cookies, (or even a large cookie cake) and let party guests decorate them any way they want, using tubes of icing, gels and sprinkles.
Favors:
* Let the kids keep their decorated T-shirts.
* Make extra baker's clay and give each guest a portion to take home at the end of the birthday party.
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Tuesday, August 12, 2008
How to Arrange Entertainment for a Party
The crowd gasps. Breathless, all eyes are on center stage. At your party? Sure! Finding and hiring just the right entertainer takes a knack and some time but is worth the effort.
Step1
Call an agency unless you have a strong personal referral. The fees are a little higher since they include commissions, but the performers are pros (ask for a publicity package), and if someone falls ill, a good agency will find a stand-in. Check out agencies with the Better Business Bureau (bbb.org).
Step2
Factor in the number of guests, their ages and the party's tone and choose appropriate entertainment.
Step3
Have the theme-party entertainer provide a goody bag, or plan a crafty activity and send the child home with a gift he or she makes for a tangible memory of the party.
Step4
Get a contract or letter of agreement that includes the scope and description of the act and itemizes payment information, cancellation policy and penalties for defaulting (by either party). Prices vary dramatically, but $150 to $300 isn't uncommon for an hour-long performance.
Step5
Give your event a whole different flavor (and avoid cleanup) by hosting it at an ice rink, bowling alley, ceramic-making studio, swimming pool or laser-tag emporium.
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Step1
Call an agency unless you have a strong personal referral. The fees are a little higher since they include commissions, but the performers are pros (ask for a publicity package), and if someone falls ill, a good agency will find a stand-in. Check out agencies with the Better Business Bureau (bbb.org).
Step2
Factor in the number of guests, their ages and the party's tone and choose appropriate entertainment.
Step3
Have the theme-party entertainer provide a goody bag, or plan a crafty activity and send the child home with a gift he or she makes for a tangible memory of the party.
Step4
Get a contract or letter of agreement that includes the scope and description of the act and itemizes payment information, cancellation policy and penalties for defaulting (by either party). Prices vary dramatically, but $150 to $300 isn't uncommon for an hour-long performance.
Step5
Give your event a whole different flavor (and avoid cleanup) by hosting it at an ice rink, bowling alley, ceramic-making studio, swimming pool or laser-tag emporium.
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Saturday, August 9, 2008
How to Always be a Great Last Minute Host
Make sure you always have the right things on hand to impress and accommodate last minute guests!
Step1
Think about your friends and what they like. What kind of munchies and drinks are popular with your group of friends?
Step2
Go to the store and stock up. Get some sodas, bottled water, wine, beer, mixed drinks (again know your crowd..) Also pick up some food you can leave in the cupboard or fridge for a while. Cheese, unopened crackers are always great and easy to put together.
Step3
So your friends call and say they'll be there in 5 minutes or you just get a stop by. Don't fear you are prepared.
Step4
Put some music on, offer a drink. Once they have something to drink, excuse yourself, put together a quick plate of cheese and crackers (or anything) and join them for some good conversation.
http://www.freewebtown.com/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/2.htm#2
Step1
Think about your friends and what they like. What kind of munchies and drinks are popular with your group of friends?
Step2
Go to the store and stock up. Get some sodas, bottled water, wine, beer, mixed drinks (again know your crowd..) Also pick up some food you can leave in the cupboard or fridge for a while. Cheese, unopened crackers are always great and easy to put together.
Step3
So your friends call and say they'll be there in 5 minutes or you just get a stop by. Don't fear you are prepared.
Step4
Put some music on, offer a drink. Once they have something to drink, excuse yourself, put together a quick plate of cheese and crackers (or anything) and join them for some good conversation.
http://www.freewebtown.com/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/2.htm#2
Thursday, August 7, 2008
How to Accommodate Guests In Your New Apartment
Apartment-living is an attractive option for seniors who no longer need a big family home, or want to get the most out of their retirement savings by reducing extra costs. But downsizing your home doesn t prevent you from throwing successful family parties in your apartment! With simple planning, you can still bring everyone home for the holidays. Moving into a rented apartment doesn't mean you have to give up your family traditions. With just a bit of planning, you can still find room to accommodate everyone when celebrating family occasions. Tina Barton is a writer for Paramount Properties, Ottawa s second largest residential property management company. With more than 4,500 Ottawa apartments for rent in some of the city s finest locations, we re your #1 choice for apartment rental in Ottawa. http:www.ParamountApts.com ParamountApts.com
Step1
Plan your space
Furnish your apartment with pieces that serve multiple purposes. Stools and pillows look great and can be used for extra seating. Tables that fold or expand can temporarily double your serving space.
Step2
Clear the Clutter
Put away any knickknacks, counter clutter, and small decorative furniture. Your valuables will not only be safe, but you will have more surface space and the room will seem bigger and more inviting.
Step3
Delegate
Once your children have grown out of calling peanut butter and pickles a dinner, ask them to help with the preparations! If each adult prepares an appetizer, desert or entrée, your preparation time will be cut significantly, your kitchen will stay cleaner and everyone will be able to contribute to the day.
Step4
Make after-party arrangements
Are people coming from out of town? Will alcohol be served? Is transportation available? If any of your guests will need overnight accommodation, make sure arrangements are made before the big day. A smaller home means less space for unexpected overnight guests.
Step5
Don't forget the children
If children are coming, make sure there is a safe space away from the excitement of the party available. In an apartment, a bedroom or office can be used for this purpose. Young children may become overwhelmed or tired before the day is through and having a 'children's only' area will make sure that they enjoy the day as much as the adults.
Step6
6. Eat simply
Unless you are planning a formal dinner, serve simple food that won't stain clothes. If everyone can't fit around a single table, skip the dinner time ordeal and allow your guests to mingle and graze the food.
Step7
Watch the clock
Know when your guests are coming and leaving. If your first guest arrives early and the last guest leaves late, the day can quickly become long and overwhelming. Set a start and finish time for your gathering and you and your guests will get the most out of your time with each other.
http://www.freewebtown.com/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/2.htm#1
Step1
Plan your space
Furnish your apartment with pieces that serve multiple purposes. Stools and pillows look great and can be used for extra seating. Tables that fold or expand can temporarily double your serving space.
Step2
Clear the Clutter
Put away any knickknacks, counter clutter, and small decorative furniture. Your valuables will not only be safe, but you will have more surface space and the room will seem bigger and more inviting.
Step3
Delegate
Once your children have grown out of calling peanut butter and pickles a dinner, ask them to help with the preparations! If each adult prepares an appetizer, desert or entrée, your preparation time will be cut significantly, your kitchen will stay cleaner and everyone will be able to contribute to the day.
Step4
Make after-party arrangements
Are people coming from out of town? Will alcohol be served? Is transportation available? If any of your guests will need overnight accommodation, make sure arrangements are made before the big day. A smaller home means less space for unexpected overnight guests.
Step5
Don't forget the children
If children are coming, make sure there is a safe space away from the excitement of the party available. In an apartment, a bedroom or office can be used for this purpose. Young children may become overwhelmed or tired before the day is through and having a 'children's only' area will make sure that they enjoy the day as much as the adults.
Step6
6. Eat simply
Unless you are planning a formal dinner, serve simple food that won't stain clothes. If everyone can't fit around a single table, skip the dinner time ordeal and allow your guests to mingle and graze the food.
Step7
Watch the clock
Know when your guests are coming and leaving. If your first guest arrives early and the last guest leaves late, the day can quickly become long and overwhelming. Set a start and finish time for your gathering and you and your guests will get the most out of your time with each other.
http://www.freewebtown.com/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/2.htm#1
Sunday, August 3, 2008
How to Accessorize Your Cocktails
Cocktails are universal icebreakers at a party. First, the bar gives you a destination to head toward when you enter the party. Cocktails are also the perfect props so your hands are not awkwardly hanging. And, finally they definitely take the edge off of a hard day. Oprah even says that she likes to greet her guests at the door with champagne to loosen everyone up. What a wonderful idea! As a host you want to provide the best atmosphere for guests to interact. That means giving them excuses to chat each other up. Accessorizing a cocktail can help the minglephobic amongst us - just dress them up with alter ego name tags.
Step1
Format a page on your computer to make a template of tags about the size of business cards. Or buy small tags at the craft store (the kind used for a garage sale) and write them by hand.
Step2
Fill in each card space with a sassy alter ego name and add a border or other graphics (depending on your computer savvy for graphics). Leave some tags blank for guests to complete.
Step3
Print pages of the cards on card stock weight paper (consider using colored paper if it fits the vibe of your party). Cut out the cards using a paper cutter or shaped scissors (available at craft stores). Punch a small hole in the upper left-hand corner and tie to the stem of the glassware using ribbon, cording or string.
Step4
Leave the cards on the bar for guests to select or pre-tie them to the glassware and invite guests to choose their glass.
http://www.freewebtown.com/6-30/h/o/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/1.htm#2
Step1
Format a page on your computer to make a template of tags about the size of business cards. Or buy small tags at the craft store (the kind used for a garage sale) and write them by hand.
Step2
Fill in each card space with a sassy alter ego name and add a border or other graphics (depending on your computer savvy for graphics). Leave some tags blank for guests to complete.
Step3
Print pages of the cards on card stock weight paper (consider using colored paper if it fits the vibe of your party). Cut out the cards using a paper cutter or shaped scissors (available at craft stores). Punch a small hole in the upper left-hand corner and tie to the stem of the glassware using ribbon, cording or string.
Step4
Leave the cards on the bar for guests to select or pre-tie them to the glassware and invite guests to choose their glass.
http://www.freewebtown.com/6-30/h/o/howtodothing/parties-entertaining/1.htm#2
Thursday, July 31, 2008
How to : Face Painting Designs: What Are The Most Popular, Requested Designs Amongst Children?
Learning face painting is great fun but it can some time to practice so you don t want to waste time by learning face painting designs that nobody wants right? So which face painting designs are the most popular? Which face painting designs do they constantly request? Well, after years of experience in the field, extensive research and surveying I've found that there are certain face painting designs that have a proven success rate amongst children, teenagers and even adults! So, luckily you don't have to learn the hard way like I did and learn heaps of designs that children didn't want. Here are the Top Ten Face Painting Designs for both Girls and Boys! Step 1: Girls Face Painting Designs Step 2: Boys Face Painting Designs
Step1
Girls:
1. Fantasy
2. Princess
3. Butterfly
4. Fairy
5. Bunny Rabbit
6. Flowers
7. Ladybug
8. Rainbow
9. Cat
10. Witch
Step2
Boys:
1. Spider
2. Tribal
3. Monster
4. Skull
5. Robot
6. Pirate
7. Reptile
8. Bat
9. Tiger
10. Puppy Dog
Step1
Girls:
1. Fantasy
2. Princess
3. Butterfly
4. Fairy
5. Bunny Rabbit
6. Flowers
7. Ladybug
8. Rainbow
9. Cat
10. Witch
Step2
Boys:
1. Spider
2. Tribal
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Wednesday, July 30, 2008
How to Plan an Outdoor Movie Night
Summer is the perfect time for an outdoor movie night, but what about those warm fall or spring nights? Folks, it s time to take advantage of those balmy evenings by hanging out and relaxing. This social event is sure to become a favorite. So go ahead and forge some new traditions, style some modern heirlooms and get some great gifts into the hands of the people you like most. Make this year s hot nights memorable with an outdoor movie party.
Step1
Start a New Tradition: Make it an anticipated, annual occurrence and one that has your signature all over it. Get way into it, not with time and cash, but with attitude and hosting chutzpah.
Step2
Send an Invitation: Grab some real potatoes and with a push-pin, attach a theater ticket and note that includes all the party details: Come be a couch potato at our place! It s the Hendersons first-ever, annual outdoor movie night. Include date, time and RSVP info.
Step3
Make a Marquee: Announce the movie you re screening with graffiti lettering that sticks to your windows. But instead of just listing the movie, use a quote, then credit the title of movie: My momma always said, 'Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get.'" Forest Gump 1994
Step4
Create Stadium Seating: The down-in-front effect comes from staggering the seating; lowest in front with blankets and pillows (kids can bring their sleeping bags), then bean bag chairs, then chaise lounges and lawn chairs. You could even drag out the sofa, but it might be a good idea to drape it with sheets or blankets.
Step5
Gather the Equipment: You ll need a DVD projector, speakers and a screen. The first time around, you may try renting everything unless you really know what you want. Fees for renting the projectors start at about $40 a day, purchase prices range from $299 up into the thousands. You can rent a screen as well or use a light-colored wall or sheet.
Step6
Pick a Flick: So many choices! You may think the line between family-friendly and kiddie-flick is thin, but trust me, there is enough common ground that you can include everyone in the tradition. There are lots of online sites that trumpet movies and entertainment that are good for any age. Get something that is a quality family-friendly film. You know, the kind that are inspirational, emotionally moving, illuminating, thought-provoking, or just plain fun! Note to host: Whether kids are on the guest list or not, a cartoon before the main feature is a must!
Step7
Serve Snacks and Drinks: Keep it simple for the outdoors.
*It's grilling time! There s no law dictating a burger-steak-chicken menu when the BBQ gets fired up. Movie vibe faves like grilled pizza and hot dogs taste much better over coals. Many stores sell pizza stones that fit on your grill. Set up a topping bar, so guests can take the guesswork out of it, which leaves you free to mingle with the crowd.
*Another hot movie treat is popcorn, so set up a popcorn buffet that features every variety you can get your hands on: caramel, kettle, chocolate crunch and cheese. When guests ask what to bring, tell them to pick up their favorite popcorn topping. For the full Cracker Jack effect, bury tiny toys and prizes in the popcorn bowls.
*Part dessert, part drink (okay it s really a dessert): Cool milkshakes make hot nights easier to swallow. Create an outdoor milkshake station by keeping the ice cream and milk in an ice chest with dry ice. Line up as many blenders as you can get your hands on (don t forget extension cords) then let guests make their own. Of course, kids should be supervised, as the dry ice will burn skin if touched and blender accidents have been known to happen. Cruise through some recipes to find the ones you d like to feature. Print them up and include all the ingredients at the station so guests will have a smooth experience.
*Snacks at this party double as favors, so encourage guests to take them home. Set up the classics on TV trays near the seating area, such as Milk Duds and Junior Mints. Ordering classic candy online will be much easier then trying to find it all in the same store.
Step8
Schedule an Intermission: Depending on the length of the movie, guests might like a short break to stretch their legs, use the restroom, or fix more treats. Use this as an excuse for a little more action, like holding a raffle. ecide how many prizes you want to feature, and hand out tickets when guests arrive. The grand prize could be three months at NetFlix, funny T-shirts, hot new DVDs, cool movie books, gift cards or crazy things you can pick up at a dollar store.
Step9
Make It Last with Heirlooming: Every tradition needs memorabilia, right? Yours should be something guests help make, and is then brought out year after year. Mine is going to be a flag that we add to every year. It starts as a piece of 36-inch x 48-inch fabric adorned with my movie night logo and trimmed with yellow fringe. At the party, I ll have a ton of stuff for guests to get creative with: movie-themed patches and buttons (some general and some specific to the movie being screened), fabric pens, pieces of felt to make into shapes and monograms, and other decorating items. I ll also take photos during the party, transfer a couple to fabric afterwards, then add them to the flag before the next event.
Step10
Be a Great Gifter: Whether you ve been invited to a movie night or some other hot party, socializing usually calls for some sort of gift. Here are some of my picks (see Resources below to get more information):
*Root Beer Float Kit: Grab a six pack of the sweet beer, pair it with an amazing vanilla ice cream, a scoop, some straws and you ll be the hit of the party!
*Bicycle: Electra Beach Cruiser
*Specimen Sea Shell: Interesting to display and collect.
*Beach Door Mat: Nothing says welcome quite like this.
*Surf T-shirt: Classic Ocean Pacific brand will be appreciated.
*Books: Try trashy novels to read by the pool, best judged by the cover.
* One Special Summer by Jacqueline and Lee Bouvier
*Sand Castle Building Kit: Shovelfuls of fun.
*Sea Salt Scrub: Easy to order and wonderful to receive.
*Flip Flop Charms: Decorate the ultimate summer shoe.
Step1
Start a New Tradition: Make it an anticipated, annual occurrence and one that has your signature all over it. Get way into it, not with time and cash, but with attitude and hosting chutzpah.
Step2
Send an Invitation: Grab some real potatoes and with a push-pin, attach a theater ticket and note that includes all the party details: Come be a couch potato at our place! It s the Hendersons first-ever, annual outdoor movie night. Include date, time and RSVP info.
Step3
Make a Marquee: Announce the movie you re screening with graffiti lettering that sticks to your windows. But instead of just listing the movie, use a quote, then credit the title of movie: My momma always said, 'Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get.'" Forest Gump 1994
Step4
Create Stadium Seating: The down-in-front effect comes from staggering the seating; lowest in front with blankets and pillows (kids can bring their sleeping bags), then bean bag chairs, then chaise lounges and lawn chairs. You could even drag out the sofa, but it might be a good idea to drape it with sheets or blankets.
Step5
Gather the Equipment: You ll need a DVD projector, speakers and a screen. The first time around, you may try renting everything unless you really know what you want. Fees for renting the projectors start at about $40 a day, purchase prices range from $299 up into the thousands. You can rent a screen as well or use a light-colored wall or sheet.
Step6
Pick a Flick: So many choices! You may think the line between family-friendly and kiddie-flick is thin, but trust me, there is enough common ground that you can include everyone in the tradition. There are lots of online sites that trumpet movies and entertainment that are good for any age. Get something that is a quality family-friendly film. You know, the kind that are inspirational, emotionally moving, illuminating, thought-provoking, or just plain fun! Note to host: Whether kids are on the guest list or not, a cartoon before the main feature is a must!
Step7
Serve Snacks and Drinks: Keep it simple for the outdoors.
*It's grilling time! There s no law dictating a burger-steak-chicken menu when the BBQ gets fired up. Movie vibe faves like grilled pizza and hot dogs taste much better over coals. Many stores sell pizza stones that fit on your grill. Set up a topping bar, so guests can take the guesswork out of it, which leaves you free to mingle with the crowd.
*Another hot movie treat is popcorn, so set up a popcorn buffet that features every variety you can get your hands on: caramel, kettle, chocolate crunch and cheese. When guests ask what to bring, tell them to pick up their favorite popcorn topping. For the full Cracker Jack effect, bury tiny toys and prizes in the popcorn bowls.
*Part dessert, part drink (okay it s really a dessert): Cool milkshakes make hot nights easier to swallow. Create an outdoor milkshake station by keeping the ice cream and milk in an ice chest with dry ice. Line up as many blenders as you can get your hands on (don t forget extension cords) then let guests make their own. Of course, kids should be supervised, as the dry ice will burn skin if touched and blender accidents have been known to happen. Cruise through some recipes to find the ones you d like to feature. Print them up and include all the ingredients at the station so guests will have a smooth experience.
*Snacks at this party double as favors, so encourage guests to take them home. Set up the classics on TV trays near the seating area, such as Milk Duds and Junior Mints. Ordering classic candy online will be much easier then trying to find it all in the same store.
Step8
Schedule an Intermission: Depending on the length of the movie, guests might like a short break to stretch their legs, use the restroom, or fix more treats. Use this as an excuse for a little more action, like holding a raffle. ecide how many prizes you want to feature, and hand out tickets when guests arrive. The grand prize could be three months at NetFlix, funny T-shirts, hot new DVDs, cool movie books, gift cards or crazy things you can pick up at a dollar store.
Step9
Make It Last with Heirlooming: Every tradition needs memorabilia, right? Yours should be something guests help make, and is then brought out year after year. Mine is going to be a flag that we add to every year. It starts as a piece of 36-inch x 48-inch fabric adorned with my movie night logo and trimmed with yellow fringe. At the party, I ll have a ton of stuff for guests to get creative with: movie-themed patches and buttons (some general and some specific to the movie being screened), fabric pens, pieces of felt to make into shapes and monograms, and other decorating items. I ll also take photos during the party, transfer a couple to fabric afterwards, then add them to the flag before the next event.
Step10
Be a Great Gifter: Whether you ve been invited to a movie night or some other hot party, socializing usually calls for some sort of gift. Here are some of my picks (see Resources below to get more information):
*Root Beer Float Kit: Grab a six pack of the sweet beer, pair it with an amazing vanilla ice cream, a scoop, some straws and you ll be the hit of the party!
*Bicycle: Electra Beach Cruiser
*Specimen Sea Shell: Interesting to display and collect.
*Beach Door Mat: Nothing says welcome quite like this.
*Surf T-shirt: Classic Ocean Pacific brand will be appreciated.
*Books: Try trashy novels to read by the pool, best judged by the cover.
* One Special Summer by Jacqueline and Lee Bouvier
*Sand Castle Building Kit: Shovelfuls of fun.
*Sea Salt Scrub: Easy to order and wonderful to receive.
*Flip Flop Charms: Decorate the ultimate summer shoe.
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