Easter Appetizers Recipes...

When you start planning your menu for the festive Easter dinner, you may want to consider including some appetizers. I usually do, because they will bridge the time before you putting finishing touches on your dinner and the time you actually serve it. It also helps to start conversations – especially if you have invited people who have not met previously. And if your appetizers are unusual and delicious, the conversation...

Deviled Eggs Recipe...

You are probably thinking more about colouring eggs than to making them to eat – but I am thinking that Deveiled Eggs may just be the thing to have around for your holiday dinner as an appetizer. It is one of our family’s favourite and this is the recipe I use:   Easter Deviled Eggs Ingredients: 6 eggs 1/2 stalk celery, finely chopped 1/4 onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup mayonnaise salt to taste 1 dash hot...

Easy Easter Eggs...

Bring out your creativity with these adorable Easter Egg Heads.They are easy to make – just think about the possibilities!  And kids think the wiggle eyes are especially funny! Check out your local craft store or a dollar store to get the wiggly eyes and keep your eyes opened for things you can use for hair, hats, etc – get creative and you will love the results! Materials: Boiled eggs 3-D paint or glitter...

Easter Fun and Games...

Easter is a special time when families get together for a great meal and shared time.When the that get together includes children, it is a good idea to organize some fun and games -  some activites that you can consider planning will add to that shared time and create special memories for all. Here are few for you to help you with your planning: How Many Eggs? Materials: Large glass jar filled with chocolate eggs...

Government Investigation Raises Concerns About Poo...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is conducting an investigation into the safety of pool and spa drain covers and the adequacy of testing procedures used to determine the flow rating of these covers. The investigation has revealed that the testing protocols used by some laboratories may have been improper and, as a result, some covers certified by these laboratories may not comply with the Virginia Graeme...

CPSC and HUD Issue Updated Remediation Protocol fo...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are issuing an updated remediation protocol for homes with problem drywall. A study conducted on behalf of CPSC by Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico, finds no evidence of a safety hazard to home electrical systems. Sandia simulated long-term exposure of wiring and other electrical components to hydrogen...

Maruyama U.S. Recalls Backpack Blowers and Mister ...

The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Kawasaki Motor Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fir...

The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

How to Colour Easter Eggs...

You can get very creative colouring your easter eggs – and it is fun to involve your children in the process as well. Some techniques are more complicated than others – but there really are very simple and easy ways to create a nice selection of colourful eggs. Here are few techniques, complete with instructions, that I hope will be helpful to you … Marble Eggs Materials: Hard boiled eggs  store bought...

Girls’ Jeans for Toddlers Recalled by Parigi...

Decorative rhinestones and sequins on the jeans' pockets can pose a choking hazard to young children.