In The Dark? Some Simple Suggestions To Create Light During An Emergency

Don't get caught in the dark during the next storm, power-outage, or emergency. Check your stockpiles of emergency supplies and storage for some common materials to create emergency lanterns to illuminate your home. Be prepared by taking the initiative to try the following ideas: A jug of water. Got a headlamp? Make the most of its light by strapping it to a full gallon-jug of water, which you probably have in your pantry or emergency supplies. [Read More]

How To Protect Your Investment Of Gold And Silver

If you have been collecting gold and silver, or you are about ready to and you just want to have all of your ducks in a row, you will want to consider making use of the following tips. This way, you will know that your investment will be secure and ready to go for whenever you want to sell it to any gold and silver buyers you come across. Keep Everything Out Of Sight [Read More]

Three Advantages To Visiting A Professional For Your Framing Needs

When you have a special piece of art, a prized document or a cherished family heirloom that you wish to display in your home, the first decision you'll have to make is choosing between buying a frame at your local big box store or visiting a framing center to order a custom job. While the former choice can have some advantages, the latter option is ideal for a wide range of reasons -- each related to the fact that when an experienced professional is handling the work instead of yourself, you'll be significantly more pleased with the finished product. [Read More]

What To Do With Your Vacation Souvenirs

Cleaning out that old storage closet can be a pain, but you finally got it done!  And in the process, you've discovered some old treasures that mean a lot to you, including souvenirs from trips you've taken in the past.  It seems such a pity to put them back in a box, and store them away for the next time you decide to clean out the closet, but do you really want to set them out on a shelf to get all dusty? [Read More]