Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holidays. Show all posts
Dec 19, 2014
It may be a recent addition to your home or it may have been a fixture for a few weeks,
but whatever the case, it’s likely that you’ve got your Christmas tree up by
now. This festive decor is one of the best parts of the season, and not just
because you’ll find presents under it come December 25th. The smell,
the lights, the ornaments, it’s such a magical symbol of the holidays - from
the massive one outside Rockefeller Center to the one inside your living room.
Of the choices below, which Christmas tree is more like the one you’ve got at home? Is yours
color-coordinated with evenly spaced ornaments like Option A? Or is it more
reminiscent of Option B with its mismatched, clearly homemade decorations?
Which tree do you prefer?
Our Choice:
Twitter – it could be featured on our Pinterest holiday board! Option A
Image via Shanty 2 Chic
Option B
Image via Arborhouse Lane
Our Choice:
We can absolutely appreciate Option A’s splendour. This beautiful burlap creation
feels very rustic chic and romantic. However, we have to choose Option B.
Option A is lovely, but Option B is a lot more like the tree we have at home.
Some of the most cherished ornaments on our tree are the imperfect ones, the
ones that aren’t part of any theme, the ones that are actually kind of ugly
because they were made by a five-year-old. Tell us about your tree below or
share a picture with us on
Dec 16, 2014
With the growing excitement of the holiday season it's easy to spend a little more, eat a little more, and do a little more than you had originally planned. Getting into the festivities is great, it's called the most wonderful time of the year for a reason, but it's also important not to lose your head where it matters: you and your family's safety. We've outlined below some simple things to keep in mind this season to help protect yourself and your loved ones.
1. Don't leave candles unattended - This tip might seem incredibly obvious, but the holidays are a time filled with distractions. Between the last minute guests, irritating requests from in-laws, tons of cooking, and more, it's easy to leave your candles alight when you leave the room.
2. Travel smart - If you're going out of town for a few days to visit with friends and family or to escape this horrible cold weather there are some precautions you should take to secure your home. Consider:
3. Test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors - When was the last time you tested and changed the batteries on your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors? If you can't remember the last time you did it, do it now! They should be tested about two or three times a year, with the batteries changed as needed.
Expert tip: Did you know that smoke alarms have an expiration date? They last approximately 8 - 10 years, after which point they become far less sensitive to smoke.
4. Shovel the right way - Shoveling your driveway and walkway can be really hard on your body. It's a high intensity workout, done in harsh conditions, at a heightened pace. A frequent cause of cardiac arrests and cardiac episodes in the winter is shoveling. Don't hurt your heart or your body: warm up before you shovel, take breaks as you need them, and shovel frequently as opposed to lifting mountains of snow.
We hope the simple advice above helps to keep you and your family a little safer this season. Are there any other safety tips you think readers should know to help them prepare for the holidays? Let us know below!
1. Don't leave candles unattended - This tip might seem incredibly obvious, but the holidays are a time filled with distractions. Between the last minute guests, irritating requests from in-laws, tons of cooking, and more, it's easy to leave your candles alight when you leave the room.
Image via Buzzfeed
2. Travel smart - If you're going out of town for a few days to visit with friends and family or to escape this horrible cold weather there are some precautions you should take to secure your home. Consider:
- Putting your lights (indoor and holiday) on timers to make your home appear occupied.
- Recruiting a friend or neighbor to collect your mail and newspapers; nothing says "no one's home" like a collection of papers and unopened letters.
- Being careful about sharing #TMI. Predators can access your social channels and take advantage of the information you post. So please refrain from tweeting "On the way to #Hawaii! Not back til Dec 30 @ 2pm! #EmptyHouse #KeyUnderMat"
3. Test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors - When was the last time you tested and changed the batteries on your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors? If you can't remember the last time you did it, do it now! They should be tested about two or three times a year, with the batteries changed as needed.
Image via Pretty Handy Girl
Expert tip: Did you know that smoke alarms have an expiration date? They last approximately 8 - 10 years, after which point they become far less sensitive to smoke.
4. Shovel the right way - Shoveling your driveway and walkway can be really hard on your body. It's a high intensity workout, done in harsh conditions, at a heightened pace. A frequent cause of cardiac arrests and cardiac episodes in the winter is shoveling. Don't hurt your heart or your body: warm up before you shovel, take breaks as you need them, and shovel frequently as opposed to lifting mountains of snow.
We hope the simple advice above helps to keep you and your family a little safer this season. Are there any other safety tips you think readers should know to help them prepare for the holidays? Let us know below!
Dec 8, 2014
Do you know what pfeffernusse is? We hadn't even heard the word before we received this recipe from one of our Marketing Managers. But this German spice cookie is one tasty treat. Try baking it this year and make this old tradition a new one in your home.
Ingredients
Mix sugar, butter, and egg. Then in a separate bowl add all dry ingredients.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the mixer.
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Let cool and enjoy.
To help celebrate the start of the holidays and get everyone feeling a little more festive we asked our Marketplace Events team members to send us their best seasonal desserts. Visit our Facebook page to see the complete list of goodies in our Treat Guide and share your favorites with friends and family.
Did you know that connecting with us on Facebook has sweet treats beyond our Sweets & Treats? Like us and stay in the know about ticket deals, Home Show news, celebrity style, home decor trends, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 Cups flour
- 1/2 Tsp baking powder
- 1/4 Tsp baking soda
- 1/2 Tsp ground pepper
- 1/2 Tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 Tsp cardamom
- 1/4 Tsp allspice
- 1/4 Tsp ginger
- 1/4 Tsp salt
- 1 Egg
- 1/3 Cup butter
- 1/2 Cup brown sugar
Mix sugar, butter, and egg. Then in a separate bowl add all dry ingredients.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the mixer.
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Let cool and enjoy.
To help celebrate the start of the holidays and get everyone feeling a little more festive we asked our Marketplace Events team members to send us their best seasonal desserts. Visit our Facebook page to see the complete list of goodies in our Treat Guide and share your favorites with friends and family.
Did you know that connecting with us on Facebook has sweet treats beyond our Sweets & Treats? Like us and stay in the know about ticket deals, Home Show news, celebrity style, home decor trends, and more.
Nov 26, 2014
Retailers all
over North America are having their biggest sales of the year this weekend.
Although many stores are generously staying closed for Thanksgiving Day itself,
this positive shift in priorities is not expected to take away from the madness
that is Black Friday. If you’re planning on hitting the sales with the best of
them, then you’ve got to be prepared – and no, we’re not just talking about
wearing comfortable shoes. Shopping in that kind of environment with such a
high volume of eager consumers requires some serious stamina and dedication.
You’ve got to be ready to run, jump, and stand for hours on end. To help keep
you in top physical and festive shape
for tomorrow, we’ve got a list of holiday smoothies for you to try. Get your
blend on first thing tomorrow and enjoy these seasonal, healthy beverages that
are sure to help keep you going from morning to night.
1. Sugar Cookie Protein Shake - You'll be glad you had this smoothie when you see a pair of shoes at 40% off that you've got to have...and they're the last ones on the shelf!
Image via Complete Recipes (provided by DolceLover)
2. Dairy-Free Eggnog Protein Shake - Have a dairy allergy? We've got you covered. Get the protein you need without feeling sick.
Image via Undressed Skeleton
3. Pumpkin Nog - This beverage is less of a meal replacer, but it's very tasty and full of fiber and vitamin A.
Image via The Green Forks
4. Cranberry & Rosemary Juice - Getting up really early in the morning (way earlier than you're used to) and drinking something viscous doesn't agree with everyone. And that's ok. So we included this delicious and powerful cranberry juice. Chalk full of vitamin C and antioxidants it'll keep you going all day.
Image via In Sonnet's Kitchen
Vegan & Gluten-Free
5. Peppermint Hot Chocolate - Although this is more a treat and less of a smoothie, it is vegan and gluten-free so we thought it was a good idea to keep it on the list. Make a batch early in the morning, throw it in a thermos, and take it to go. We think it'd be perfect for a late afternoon pick-me-up as the day begins to wear on you.
Image via Minimalist Baker
Vegan & Gluten-Free
6. Gingerbread Smoothie - Loads of vitamins, vegetables, and protein. Tastes just like a cookie. What an amazing way to start a day of holiday shopping!
Image via F For The Family
Vegan Modifications Available
If you're getting up early for Black Friday shopping, we've got to ask: how early is early? Who are you buying for? Will you get the majority of your gifts at these sales? Let us know below!
Oct 16, 2014
We're excited to have The Berry Nutty Farm joining us at the Holiday Boutique, November 6-9 at the Overland Park Convention Center.
Before you see this delicious exhibitor at the show, enjoy our interview with them below...
Name: Andrea Schnetzler
Describe your products:
Hand-crafted apple butter, jam, and granola.
Price range:
$ - $0-$20
What are your featured items?
Jam of the Month Club.
Why would your products make the perfect holiday gift?
The Berry Nutty Farm is an award winning company that is a local business and still hand-crafts all their products in Independence, Mo. The jams and apple butter have a fresh from the farm flavor.
What is your favorite part about the Holiday Boutique?
Meeting our new customers.
The Holiday Boutique takes over the Overland Park Convention Center from November 6-9, 2014. Grab tickets to see The Berry Nutty Farm and over 200 other fabulous exhibitors - you'll be sure to find something for everyone on your list, and maybe even a thing or two for yourself!
Remember to get your tickets early to receive the best deals - right now you can get two tickets for the price of one when you like us on Facebook. Bring a friend or family member to the show; we can't wait to see you there!
Jul 15, 2014
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT
We're excited to have Mission Fresh Fashion at our Holiday Boutique
show in Kansas City, November 6-9, 2014 at the Overland Park Convention Center!
Check out an exclusive interview with this fabulous exhibitor below...
Name:
Becky Hanf
Show Booth Number:
209
Describe your products & services:
Locally owned and operated women's boutique featuring comfortable, casual cotton clothing. Brands offered include Fresh Produce Sportswear, Sabaku Artwear, Life is good, Ezze Wear, Lulu-B, Ethyl, I can too, Jostar and Cottonways. Accessories include dona bela shreds, ILI small leather purses, Rising Tide purses, Coobie bras, Firefly and Clara Beau jewelry, TOMS shoes and Birkenstock sandals.
Price Range:
$$ - $20 - $50
What are your featured items?
We offer the largest selection of Fresh Produce Sportswear in the two state area and we carry USA made clothing.
Why would your product or service make the perfect holiday gift?
What woman doesn't like preshrunk cotton clothing!
What is your favorite part about the Holiday Boutique?
Seeing new faces!
Any additional company info you'd like to include?
We are a true Mom and Pop. Operated daily by the owners, Ray and Becky, since 1998.
Find Mission Fresh Fashion on Facebook:
You can catch Mission Fresh Fashion at our
at the Overland Park Convention Center
November 6-9, 2014
Jul 2, 2014
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT
We're excited to have Glitz Galore-N-More at our Holiday Boutique
show in Kansas City, November 6-9, 2014 at Overland Park Convention Center!
Check out an exclusive interview with this fabulous exhibitor below...
Name:
Linda McCulley
Show Booth Number:
1103/05
Describe your products & services:
We carry high end designer copy jewelry. Our replicas include such designers as:
Yurman, Hardy, Ripka, Cartier, and many others.
Price Range:
$$ - $20 - $50
What are your featured items?
We will feature several necklaces, earrings, and bracelets at special pricing for this one event.
Why would your product or service make the perfect holiday gift?
Our jewelry is a higher quality than what you normally see. It blends very well with the real pieces, and lasts for years, instead of weeks!
Find Glitz Galore-N-More on Facebook:
You can catch Glitz Galore-N-More at our
at the Overland Park Convention Center
November 6-9, 2014
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT
We're excited to have TYPOGRFX at our Holiday Boutique
show in Kansas City, November 6-9, 2014 at Overland Park Convention Center!
Check out an exclusive interview with this fabulous exhibitor below...
Check out their website:
Name:
Tosha Jackson
Store Location:
Online
Show Booth Number:
330
Describe your products & services:
One of the hottest trends in home decor is typography. Now you can have your very own, custom-designed word art available exclusively from designer Tosha Jackson. You simply provide a list of words about any subject, and they are used to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art that is Yours Truly.
Available in a variety of formats - including prints, gallery-wrapped canvases, burlap, wood and metal prints, keepsake blankets and more - TYPOGRFX is the perfect compliment to both traditional and modern decor.
Price Range:
$$$ - $50 - $100
What are your featured items?
All of my items are personalized so they are special. My most popular items are my 11x14 framed print ($60) and my new burlap and wood prints with barn wood frames are growing in popularity too! I offer free shipping on all orders placed at the Holiday Boutique.
Why would your product or service make the perfect holiday gift?
With prices from just $45, TYPOGRFX is the affordable gift for any occasion, especially Christmas! Plus, the personal nature of each one shows that you truly care about the person you're giving the TYPOGRFX to. There's no worries about this gift being returned. People always LOVE it!
What is your favorite part about the Holiday Boutique?
Meeting people and seeing how excited they are about giving my artwork to someone.
Additional Info:
Last year, I launched a direct sales pARTner program, which allows people to sign up to earn commission for promoting my artwork. This is a great way to earn extra income for holiday spending or any reason. I will also have information at my booth on how to join the program.
Find TYPOGRFX on Facebook:
You can catch TYPOGRFX at our
at the Overland Park Convention Center
November 6-9, 2014
Jun 25, 2014
HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT
We're excited to have Julie's Boutique at our Holiday Boutique
show in Kansas City, November 6-9, 2014 at Overland Park Convention Center!
Check out an exclusive interview with this fabulous exhibitor below...
Check our their website:
Store Locations:
North Carolina
Show Booth Number:
Catch them at booth #837
Describe your products & services:
We
offer a wide selection of trendy women's clothing and accessories at
fantastic prices. You can find that special gift for someone even a
little treat from Santa to you!
Price Range:
$$ - $20-$50
What are your featured items?
Our Fall and holiday scarves are so well priced at $12.99 and up.
Our Fall outerwear is priced at $79.99 and up.
Why would your product or service make the perfect holiday gift?
Our
clothing and scarf collection is so well priced - you can easily feel
guilt free, as you purchase all the gifts needed for your loved ones...
You will even feel good buying one for yourself!
What is your favorite part about the Holiday Boutique?
Seeing happy customers enjoy purchasing our products.
Find Julie's Boutique on Facebook:
You can catch Julie's Boutique at our
at the Overland Park Convention Center
November 6-9, 2014
Dec 11, 2012
Here at Marketplace Events, we're definitely in the holiday spirit! So it is no surprise that when it came time to feature some amazing holiday recipes, they came pouring in from all over the office. First up, a delicious and creative appetizer idea from Cristina in our Toronto office.
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