Amish furniture first gained attention in the 1920s, when early American folk art was “discovered”, and dealers and historians placed great value upon the beauty and quality of the pieces. Today it is still held in high regard due to its quality and the attention to detail paid by the craftsmen. In a survey of … [Read more…]
As the school year ends, many children are looking forward to being out of school for a few months. While you’re understandably excited for your children to be out of school, it’s important that they have things to do. Unfortunately, many of these children will end up another summer indoors. That being said, enrolling your … [Read more…]
Every year in the United States, 70% of people give to a charity and a total of 3% the nation’s income goes to charity. In fact, non-profit organizations put over $666 billion for into the nation’s economy every year, so when you donate clothing to a Red Cross donation center or send money to a … [Read more…]
The furniture industry, from log cabin style bunk beds to hickory chandeliers and the like, has long been a successful industry in the United States and even far beyond it. After all, the furniture and home decor that we choose is one way that people choose to express themselves. In fact, many people will even … [Read more…]
Having a place to call home is one thing; keeping it clean is another. Finding the time to perform basic cleaning is almost impossible when working around a busy schedule. Here’s where maid services come in handy. Enlisting the help of a professional hands on cleaning service will help you ensure your house is always … [Read more…]
Summer is calling. It’s time to pack your bags, seek out your favorite campground and look forward to easy nights and adventurous days. Where do you keep your things in the meantime, though? Storage is a difficult issue to figure out when you’re on a budget and find yourself overwhelmed by extra furniture, knick-knacks and … [Read more…]
Everything is ready. After a final weekend of preparation, you are ready to host friends and family for a graduation celebration. You made some updates to the interior of your home, but most of the efforts went toward the outside areas. You took out some of the landscaping areas that had been in place for … [Read more…]
More and more parents are realizing the benefits of private versus public schools. Currently, 25% of the schools located throughout the United States are private. While some parents may conduct extensive research and engage in debates over the types of programs that would be best for their children, those that are preparatory in nature are … [Read more…]
Buying a home is an exciting time for many people. They’re usually moving on to a new part of their life, and they’re excited to get a home that expresses who they are. Since most people who buy a home stay there for a long time, buyers are normally in it for the long haul. … [Read more…]
Everyone knows that things change over time. From the way that governments and businesses run to the advancement of technology and the way that children interact with the world around them, things are different than they were mere decades ago. Some people fear change. Others welcome it and thrive on it. Whatever your approach to … [Read more…]
