At your next party, set up a snack table so that kids can grab what they need in-between games to stay energized and hydrated.

You can  use cups or bags and fill with Popcorn, Nuts, Granola or other such treats that are easy to eat with out utensils.

Also set up a drink station with Soda Water or Lemon Lime soda and different flavors of Juice so the kids can make up their own different flavors of Soda.

Don’t forget to leave out a page or labels so that each guest can write their name on it and attach to their cup or bag so that they can use it for the rest of the day.

You walk into the craft room to wrap a present and you notice that all of your rolled wrap is coming unrolled and the paper is tearing.

This is easy to prevent in the future.  The next time that you use up a roll up wrapping paper, use the empty cardboard tube from gift wrap.  Don’t have any paper that you are going to use up soon?  Grab and empty toilet paper roll or even one from paper towels.

Cut the empty cardboard tube lengthwise from the top to the bottom.  Tightly roll up your wrapping paper and slip the cardboard roll over it, securing the loose edge of the gift wrap into place.

The next time you have a party, have a little fun with your ice.  Buy a package of regular balloons, not water balloons they are too thin.

When you get home, fill the balloons with desired amount of water and place in the freezer for at least 2 days before your party.  Don’t forget to turn them about every half hour for the first couple of hours until they feel firm.

Now when you are ready, place the ice balloons into your bucket and nestle your drinks in-between.  This is a great way to keep your drinks cold and as the ice melts it remains contained in the balloon and prevent messy ice mishaps.

If you have problems getting your candles to sit up straight in their holders, here are a few hints.

If the candle is a bit to large for the holder or just won’t stand up straight, bring a large pot of water to boil on your stove top.

Once the water has reached boiling, dip the bottom 2 inches of each candle into the water.

Let it warm up in the water for several minutes.

Pull it out and gently press into the holder. The candle should gently form to the base.

If the candle is not soft enough, simply place the candle end back into the water and wait a few more minutes until the candle is pliable.

If the candle is too small for the holder you can use some double stick foam tape to hold it in place.

Don’t forget to never leave a candle burning unattended.

Stocking a bar doesn’t have to break you. If you have a few of the basics, most everyone will find something that they like.

You can start with the some different kinds of water (sparkling & flavored) and soda. A cola product and a lemon/lime product are wise choices.

Basic beer is good. Check with friends and see what they prefer and pick up some regular and light.

Red and White wine are always welcome, as is Champagne.

For mixed drinks you can pick up bourbon, gin, rum, vodka, tequila and whiskey. Don’t forget basic juices like Orange and Tomato.

Make some home made wine coolers by combining equal parts of wine, fruit juice and a fruit flavored liqueur. Experiment with combinations until you get the sweet taste of success.