Some simple, rustic, and lovely gift wrapping ideas for almost any occasion or holiday . . .

* Wrapping paper or monochrome;
* Hemp cord
* glue
* Colored tape
* Fresh greenery
* flowers
* Silver or gold spray (optional)


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What will you need:
* Wrapping paper or monochrome;
* Hemp cord
* glue
* Colored tape
* Fresh greenery
* flowers
* Silver or gold spray (optional)


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You’ll need:

* non-toxic gold spray paint (I recommend Krylon)
* champagne flutes or wine glasses
* painters tape
* plastic or ziplock bag
* plastic gloves
It's time to start...
1. Rip off a 6 inch piece of tape. Center the tape over the base of the glassware, rubbing the bottom edge against the glass. Pull the sides up at a slight angle. As long as the bottom edge is taped smoothly, it’s alright if the top edge of the tape ripples or folds.

2. Bring one side of the tape across the middle of the glass. Although the spray paint I used is non-toxic, I tried to keep the outline far below the lip line.

3. Bring the other side of the tape across so the two pieces meet at a point. Tape on a ziplock or plastic bag while still exposing the bottom edge of the tape.
4. Lightly spray multiple and even coats of paint onto the glass from a couple feet away. Be sure to always spray paint outdoors in a well ventilated area. Allow to dry completely before removing the bag and tape.
5 Your gold plated champagne flutes are finished! Remember, these are not dishwasher safe and should be hand washed only.
Voila! Your glasses are renovated!
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A combination of Mexican paper flowers and those ever so popular tissue paper pom poms, these vibrant and cheerful flowers make perfect ornaments for any celebration. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make!

You’ll need:
* 6 – 7 pieces of 180 gram florist crepe paper cut into 20″ x 30″ sheets (it’s important to use heavyweight crepe paper for it’s stretchiness and strength)
* 6 – 7 small binder clips or large paper clips
* 16 gauge floral wire
* heavy duty scissors

First, lay out the sheets of crepe paper and fold each one into an accordion. The folds should measure about 2-3 inches thick and should be creased along the natural, horizontal lines of the crepe paper. Don’t worry about the folds being absolutely perfect! (Click on images to enlarge)

Keep each bundle bound together by a small binder clip or large paper clip.

Working with the outer color first, gradually trim down the length of each sheet in 1-2 inch increments. This will ultimately give the flower its depth.

With scissors, trim the ends into rounded and pointy shapes. Again, don’t worry about being too precise – irregularity will make the flower look more natural! Realign the binder clips to the center of each bundle.

Cut along the folds of each bundle . . .
. . . until the scissors hit the edge of the binder clip, leaving the center uncut. Repeat the same steps on all four sides.

Unbind each bundle. Lay the sheets on top of each other with the largest, outer color on the very bottom and the smallest, innermost color on top. Be sure to center the sheets as best as possible. Then, start folding all the layers into an accordion.

Roll the bunch inwards and tie a piece of floral wire around the middle.

Secure the wire by giving it a few twists. Fan out the folds, exposing the strips of the first layer.

Gently peel forward one strip at a time and using both hands, stretch the paper open.

I suggest peeling forward every other or every two strips to give the flower a more organic look. And remember to constantly fan out the bundle since some strips may be tucked away between other layers. Once the first layer is done, move onto the next layer and color.

Slowly and gently peel forward all the strips from each layer. Though you might have to adjust some of the petals, the flower will naturally take it’s own shape.

Continue peeling the layers. If a strip is too big or out of place, feel free to use scissors to trim or shape it.

Soon enough, your crepe paper flower will be finished. And I dare you to make just one!

It is beautiful... Isn't it? :)


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You’ll need:
* 6 – 7 pieces of 180 gram florist crepe paper cut into 20″ x 30″ sheets (it’s important to use heavyweight crepe paper for it’s stretchiness and strength)
* 6 – 7 small binder clips or large paper clips
* 16 gauge floral wire
* heavy duty scissors

First, lay out the sheets of crepe paper and fold each one into an accordion. The folds should measure about 2-3 inches thick and should be creased along the natural, horizontal lines of the crepe paper. Don’t worry about the folds being absolutely perfect! (Click on images to enlarge)

Keep each bundle bound together by a small binder clip or large paper clip.

Working with the outer color first, gradually trim down the length of each sheet in 1-2 inch increments. This will ultimately give the flower its depth.

With scissors, trim the ends into rounded and pointy shapes. Again, don’t worry about being too precise – irregularity will make the flower look more natural! Realign the binder clips to the center of each bundle.

Cut along the folds of each bundle . . .
. . . until the scissors hit the edge of the binder clip, leaving the center uncut. Repeat the same steps on all four sides.

Unbind each bundle. Lay the sheets on top of each other with the largest, outer color on the very bottom and the smallest, innermost color on top. Be sure to center the sheets as best as possible. Then, start folding all the layers into an accordion.

Roll the bunch inwards and tie a piece of floral wire around the middle.

Secure the wire by giving it a few twists. Fan out the folds, exposing the strips of the first layer.

Gently peel forward one strip at a time and using both hands, stretch the paper open.

I suggest peeling forward every other or every two strips to give the flower a more organic look. And remember to constantly fan out the bundle since some strips may be tucked away between other layers. Once the first layer is done, move onto the next layer and color.

Slowly and gently peel forward all the strips from each layer. Though you might have to adjust some of the petals, the flower will naturally take it’s own shape.

Continue peeling the layers. If a strip is too big or out of place, feel free to use scissors to trim or shape it.

Soon enough, your crepe paper flower will be finished. And I dare you to make just one!

It is beautiful... Isn't it? :)


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What do the stars have planned for you in 2012? Whether you want to know what's going to happen with your romance, your career or your life in general, we have general forecasts for the year ahead. Select your Sun sign (or Ascendant sign) from the image list below for your 2012 Horoscope.
Your interests continue to diversify in 2012, dear Pisces. You're filled with ideas, particularly on a professional level. While this is generally a positive thing, by July you are more able to focus on one or two pet projects and ideas, and this contributes to sense of feeling more settled. Fullness is brought to your domestic life from June forward, and until mid-2013. This period is strong for investing in your home and in real estate, with the exception of June itself, when idealism can cloud judgment. You might move to a bigger, more appealing, or convenient residence, or improve your home in significant ways, whether this involves physical redecorating and new possessions, or a stronger focus on improving your living conditions. More joy is experienced with family and in the home environment. Your attitude towards domestic life and family improves. Some of you will be working at home or working in home- or domestic-related industries. In October, Saturn moves into a harmonious angle to your sign, and this brings a stronger feeling of stability into your life. It also helps you focus on practical matters and meet responsibilities promptly. You feel on top of your life at this time, particularly with steady Saturn in harmonious angle to your ruler, Neptune, as well. The last quarter of the year is also strong for work in teams and for cementing friendships. Until October, Saturn continues to bring some structure and possibly restrictions to your intimate world and your shared finances. There can be some concerns about debts, loans, benefits, or a partner's income during this time. Financial ups and downs in general this year ultimately lead you to discover unique and creative ways to make and manage money. Neptune, your ruler, is now solidly in your sign starting in February, and this influence brings your imagination, idealism, and spirituality to the surface. Neptune is in its own terms, and this is a personally powerful position. Partnering can be rocky but also highly stimulating until July. There is work to do in your one-to-one relationships in the first half of 2012. Friendships can be up and down as well, although they tend to straighten out in the last quarter of the year.
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Jupiter continues to bring fullness to your inner world, family, and home life this year, dear Aquarius. You are expanding your feelings of comfort and warmth within yourself, and with family members. Some of you could be literally expanding your family, welcoming new "additions". From June forward, new opportunities to truly enjoy yourself through recreation, hobbies, and other amusements are likely to come your way. Romantic opportunities expand as well. You'll discover new outlets to express yourself creatively and playfully. For some of you, a friendship could turn into something more, or friends can be integral in exposing you to a new hobby, different and exciting forms of recreation, or romantic opportunities. Shared finances require extra attention in the first half of 2012, when much energy is spent sorting them out. The last quarter brings a rather sudden focus on professional matters - an area of life that has been less important for many of you in recent years. You'll have Saturn urging you to discipline yourself in your professional life, and Neptune spiritualizing your attitude towards money and possessions. These two influences might seem to conflict with one another, but you have the opportunity to make them work. Creative projects might be monetized or you could be bringing more imagination and creativity into the work you do. With the North Node in your career sector from September forward, and then Saturn there starting in October, circumstances will conspire to remind you of the importance of structure, responsibility, and reputation in your life. It's time to realign your goals with what's inside. Many of you will be making changes in the coming years so that your career path better reflects the principles closest to your heart. Love tends to be exciting in 2012, although June might bring some backtracking. In June, watch that you don't set yourself up for a disappointment with both love and money. Neptune leaves your sign for good (in this lifetime) early this year, and you're regaining a stronger sense of purpose and clarity. Energy levels should be stronger than they have been in recent years. 2012 brings more joie de vivre and the rekindling of passions and inspiration into your life.
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2012 is a year of hard work and accomplishment for you, dear Capricorn, but it's not all about career and responsibilities, thankfully! While work challenges you all year, you experience more joy taking care of business in the second half of 2012. This comes as a relief, as there has been some stress in this area in recent years. Jupiter continues to bring fullness to your life in the areas of recreation, romance, and creativity until June. Many opportunities arise for you to go out and enjoy yourself. For most Caps, this period is about rediscovering the child within. Jupiter moves to your work and health sector in June, and this transit brings more opportunities for work (possibly even a little too many!) and more interest in, and enjoyment of, health routines, self-care improvements, and work projects. The North Node in the sign behind yours until August advises you to get more rest and to take time from your busy schedule to recoup now and then. Don't push yourself too hard, and don't neglect your more spiritual needs as you pursue other goals. From August forward, it will be important to pay more attention to friends and associates. Recognize their support and establish yourself as a team player. Home life may be on the unsettled or hectic side in 2012. Some of you will move or redecorate, or feel as if your current living conditions are somehow impermanent. Financial insecurities this year need to be dealt with, and ultimately lead to improved attitudes and strategies for managing money. Some of you will be working in a family business or with family, and some will be working from home. More money might be invested in home and family this year. Pluto challenges Capricorns born December 27-31 to take a look deep within for buried treasures. In the process, there could be some uncomfortable discoveries, as you uncover facets of your personality that you haven't yet accepted or even acknowledged. The last quarter of the year brings strong opportunities to express yourself, promote an idea, or to push a project. Turning a long-standing dream into a reality is what this period is about.
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Although you'll continue to experience changes in 2012, dear Sagittarius, life in general is a little more stable this year than it has been lately. Those looking for a partner will have more opportunities in the latter half of the year, and into next year. Until June, work continues to take up a lot of your attention, and you're enjoying it for the most part. Your very identity is tied up in the services you provide and the job that you do. Reassessment of your professional goals will do you well from January 23-April 13. Search inside for answers. Mid-year, your focus shifts considerably. Your social life begins to take more precedence. By October, with strict Saturn leaving your friendship sector, this is even more likely. Pleasing others is a theme, but you're also bound to get something back - it's not a one-way street. In fact, you're likely to find that others are supportive and interested in 2012 and 2013. While this is generally a good thing, the North Node in your sign until September suggest that your path to greatest fulfillment is through avoiding becoming too dependent on others, and recognizing your independence and ability to stand alone. Love is a strong theme in your life this year. Dealing with the past is likely from mid-May to the end of June. Partnerships tend to fare better in 2012 than more casual love relationships, which can be temperamental. While you're certainly more companionable in the latter half of the year, dear Sagittarius, freedom is an important theme in any love relationship or partnership you have right now. Alternative relationships hold stronger appeal. There can be plenty of distractions in 2012, and while this is true for everyone to some degree, it's especially the case for you. Although distractions tend to dissipate towards the end of the year, so may your professional and practical ambitions, so do what you can to push your professional agenda in the first three quarters of the year.
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Changes to your personality and needs this year are subtle and yet significant, dear Scorpio. For one, you're more willing to learn from others and to accept support offered. For another, your tastes in romance, recreation, and the arts are slowly but surely refining and blossoming. Relationships continue to figure strongly in your life this year. You are finding more joy in others, and they are more responsive to your needs. Partnership opportunities increase, particularly until June, in direct proportion to your generosity of spirit. Romance and casual relationships are unusual and exciting. The last quarter of the year brings less focus on pleasure and socializing. Increased personal responsibilities are likely with Saturn's entry into your sign, where it will transit until 2015. It's a time for keeping a lower profile and working on solid, long-term goals. Getting your life into order is the focus now. You'll be tending to those things you've left unfinished or neglected - matters that suddenly become pressing at this time. It would be wise to prepare for this cycle that begins in October by carefully considering practical responsibilities that you've let slide and tending to them, slowly but surely, so that you are not overwhelmed. In 2012, there is likely to be increased attention to alternative health methods and lifestyles. Keeping daily life running smoothly (busy but not hectic is the goal) can be a challenge. While you're likely to find that financial support is easier to come by than usual this year, you will need to carefully watch your spending and borrowing habits. This comes more naturally from October forward. While the last quarter of 2012 can bring some sobering realities into your life, it's also a period conducive to turning dreams into reality, particularly creative ones. Your personality toughens up, but your powers of persuasion run high.
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Since late 2009, Saturn has been occupying your sign, dear Libra. In October of this year, Saturn moves out of Libra. This influence has been sobering at times. Libras have been learning to fend for themselves, and in the process, they may be a little aloof and introspective, and certainly less spontaneous. This year, a stronger, more realistic, and more mature "you" emerges. From January 23-April 13, there can be a lot of focus on the past to the point of feeling stuck there. Jupiter's entrance into compatible Air sign, Gemini, in June, will help lift you out. Saturn leaving your sign in October can also bring about a feeling that a weight has been lifted. In the second half of 2012, you're likely to be more outgoing than you have been. This year, you are building strength and balance. The path to greatest fulfillment is through flexibility, communicating effectively, and finding a balance that includes your own needs. Libras are known for putting others' needs ahead of their own, particularly those of a partner, and 2012 brings opportunities to strike a balance between your own needs and those of others. Be as clear as possible in your communications. Taking action is necessary, but you need to be conscious of what you are doing, not simply reacting to pressure from others and circumstances. Take the time to learn what it is you truly want. While personal income may be up and down much of the year, other sources of money and support are strong. By October, you'll be in the position to restructure spending and saving habits. Committed relationships require more freedom. Resist the temptation to try to control a partner, but afford yourself as much freedom as you give to others. More casual love relationships are likely to be exciting and colorful. The last quarter of the year is excellent for family relations and matters related to the home. Some of you could discover your dream job, possibly working from home. All of your efforts towards restructuring and organizing your life begin to truly pay off.
You are building your skills set in the first half of 2012, dear Virgo, and you blossom in the second half. The last quarter of 2012 should be especially strong with Jupiter in the foreground of your solar chart and both Saturn and Pluto in favorable aspect to your sign. Nevertheless, watch that you balance your attention when it comes to different areas of your life. Virgos can be so caught up in their career, projects, or outer image this year that order around the home might slide. When it comes to love in 2012, October is excellent for both partnerships and more casual romances. December is a close second. Yes, Neptune is now casting a veil of confusion over partnership matters, but it's also in its own terms - where it belongs - in your partnership sector. Some of you will meet very dreamy, almost surreal partners during its long transit. Money matters in 2012 can be a little tricky at times, as it can be difficult to rely on sources from others, and many of you could feel that you have to work harder on generating an income to compensate for this instability. Two periods that prompt you to review and reassess money matters are January 23-April 13 and May 15-June 27. From January to June, Jupiter smiles on you favorably, dear Virgo, helping you to treat minor inconveniences with a positive attitude and boosting your morale. Fiery, assertive Mars provides you with extra motivation, energy, and power to move forward with personal plans until July. You could surprise those around you who are used to a demure, conciliatory approach to life. You are learning to go after what you want. Take advantage of this time to learn as much as possible so that when Jupiter moves to the very top of your solar chart in June, you'll be able to take advantage of the career opportunities that are likely to come your way. You'll also feel more deserving of the recognition you receive then and through to mid-2013.























