The Art of Snowglobe Collecting

By Scott Jenson

Whether you are considering what your next big hobby will be or looking for a fun activity to share with your children, you can't go wrong with collecting snow globes. Unlike many hobbies, beginning a snow globe collection doesn't take much money to get started, and it is a fun way to remind us of the little child in the heart of every person. Since snow globes are fun to collect for people young and old, they make a great collection for an adult, a child or the whole family.

Usually made of glass, snow globes are transparent spheres set on a base that enclosed a scene often a winter of Christmas scene. However, they also encapsulate whimsical scenes for the little mermaid, Betty Boop and even scary Halloween scenes with bats floating when shook. Often they have a music box at the base to play a tune that corresponds with the scene.

Snow globes have alternative names such as snow dome, water dome, snow shakers and water balls and they appear to date from France in the early 1800s. They appeared in relation to glass paperweights which were popular only a few years prior. Today's snow globes are made with a mixture of water and glycerin, in which glycerin makes the 'snow' fall slower.

When it comes to the scenes that are found inside snow globes, there are no limits except for the customer's imagination. Bucolic landscapes are common, as are nostalgic settings. Other snow globes depict popular entertainment characters, sports teams or other interests of the collector's whimsy.

When deciding to collect snow globes, you need ample space and sturdy shelving. Over time your area may become weighed down, so do not cut expenses by putting your wonderful displays on unstable shelving as they are difficult to repair. It is also equally important to store the globes in an area that does not see extreme heat or cold, as the glass will bust with extreme temperatures. In addition you should also be aware that over time the liquid inside of your snow globes may evaporate, time may fade colors, which may cause the snow to clump.

So, if you are looking for a new hobby, take all of this into consideration, as they really are a delight to have in your home during the winter season and beyond. Due to the fact that snow globes have been around so long, nearly everyone has fond childhood memories that make a collection a great conversation piece.

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Holiday Caterer Selection

By Chef Jeff Grundy

Our present day society basically requires the serving of food at celebration events. Try and think of the last time your were at a party that did not offer food?

In fact, many people attend these events primarily for the free food that they expect to be served. While enjoying food is a fun part of any social event preparing the food can be a stressful, time consuming process. In order to save time and effort consider hiring a caterer for your next event.

Professional catering companies take the burden off preparing food off of the event hosts. This will give them more time to focus on other aspects of their gathering. Caterers are especially useful when planning a wedding or important corporate event.

When choosing a cater be careful to compare similar options. There are three towns surrounding where I live. Cartersville, Rome and Kennesaw yet each will have a different pricing structure and offerings.

Corporate events also require a lot of prior planning. Hiring a caterer that specializes in corporate catering will help ensure the overall success of the event.

When the time comes to choose your caterer it is important that you keep your location in mind. Try to choose a caterer that is close to you or the location of the event. This will help avoid last minute timing issues that could affect the caterer or the client.

There are several established, professional, catering companies currently operating in Rome Georgia, Kennesaw Georgia, and Cartersville Georgia.

Budget is another important factor when choosing a catering company. Before you begin looking into catering companies take a moment and determine how much you would spend on food and serving supplies if you prepared the food yourself.

Take into consideration all bids may not be based on the same thing. Different caterers do thing differently and may not realize what you are asking for. Be very clear in what you want and expect and your event will be a success.

Some pricing may shock you at first, but when you look at all the benefits associated with having someone else do all the cooking, planning, shopping and cleaning it is well worth the added expense.

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Chef Jeff Goperatedy has been in food service for over thirtyyears. He and his wife Marge operate Gourmet On The Go out of a commercial kitchen in their residence . Please visit their Corporate Catering Site for more information. Communities served Rome Georgia, Kennesaw Georgia, and Cartersville Georgia.

Process Of Screen Printing

By Anita Sung

Screen printing is one of the initial methods used in printing process. In this process, the ink or any other printing medium is passed through a screen or 'mesh' that has been fixed on a frame, and a stencil has been applied to it. The image that needs to be imprinted is determined from the stencil openings. For the different colors, different screens are prepared and the process is repeated.

The silk screen printing also known as serigraphy is a multiple printing technique that involves the use of stencils in order to transfer the design. The paint is applied on the silk screen and affects the areas that are not blocked by the stencil. Many colors can be applied by using several stencils in a single print. The serigraphy was developed as a commercial medium and is still used by modern artists. The silk screen has been replaced with a polyester material that is widely available and is also cheap as compared with silk material.

Screen painting is the technique developed by the Chinese almost 2000 years back and the screen was made of human hair stretched across a wooden frame. The Japanese developed it further by using the woven silk as mesh and lacquers as stencils. Europe adopted this technique much later as it involved silk which was not available in the Europe.

The screen printing in the United Sates became popular when the artist Andy Warhol screen printed Marilyn Monroe in year 1962 in the garish colors. In year 1960, the American entrepreneur, inventor and artist Michael Vasiltone developed and patented a rotary multicolor garment screen printing machine. He used this rotary machine to manufacture and print information of bowling on different garments but soon he turned his attention on printing team logos and information on t-shirts. This soon led to led a boom in t-shirt screen printing business and many more manufacturers licensed from him in order to print on t-shirts. The rotary garment screen printing machine became the most popular device used in the screen printing industry.

The printing on the canvas with the help of the screen-printing also became popular with the artists. Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg and many other artists have made use of screen-printing on the canvas. The commercial as well as the fine arts industry is using this screen printing industry to increase their profits and they use it to make prints on the CD and DVD covers, t-shirts, hats and also on the metals and many more things.

The first industrial screen printing process was patented in 1907 and many years later, John Pilsworth of San Francisco introduced the multi-color printing using the same screen. In this, the different screen areas were blocked for different color inks and a multi-colored image was produced. This technique is popular in printing signs and posters.

The Corporate have well utilized this option and have started giving their employees and clients corporate gifts that are screen printed with different ideas and also corporate logos. This is a good way in which the corporate can increase their presence. The Corporate gifts are usually given once or twice to the employees. The screen printed corporate gifts are like t-shirts made in different sizes and styles keeping in mind the different employees. The corporate gifts can also be in form of mugs, beer and wine glasses, and many corporate give their best employees fully paid vacations.

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How to Get Cheaper Flight Tickets

By Davis Watts

Most people at some point purchase an airline ticket. You could be travelling for business, for a family reason such as a wedding or for a vacation you have always desired. There are normally as many options as there are grounds to travel and as such you need to be careful so that you do not pay any more than you have to.

The world wide web has made it easier than ever before to find cheap flight tickets around the world. Lots of internet sites offer search facilities that locate more than one airline at a time. You can then view all the options by the cheapest flight or most direct.

If you are travelling a long distance you can always add extra points onto your journey. This is a very common option especially for people travelling from the UK to Australia. Many travellers or tourists take stops in destinations such as Singapore and Hong Kong. This can normally be done on both directions.

Try and be flexible when you pick your dates and flight times as it can save you money to fly during the week as against a flight at the weekend. When considering some of the cheaper options make sure you consider any extras they may add on to the price of the ticket such as in-flight food or extra baggage charges.

Reserving a flight well in advance normally is the optimal option particularly on a scheduled flight as these flights tend to go up in price nearer the departure time. By booking early you will get a better selection of flight options to choose from at the best price. You will probably find that the person seated next to you on the plane has probably paid more than you did for their flight particularly if they booked at the last minute.

Another benefit of booking your flight in advance is that you have peace of mind that your flights are booked and you have some time to find some acceptable hotels or accommodation for your vacation or trip.

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Sofa Beds Are Easy To Find On The Internet, But It's A Good Idea To Take Your Time.

By Kieran E Read

When you have guests to stay, it's always nice to offer them their own room, but let's face it, in today's world who has that kind of space? If you want to at least offer them their own bed then you should consider sofa beds as an options for your living room. You'd be surprised at how comfortable they are these days. You can find a huge range of options on the web and there's literally something for everyone.

Whatever you're looking for, it shouldn't be a problem to find items that are worthwhile. There is so much available on today's market that you'll be spoilt for choice. It can sometimes be hard to decide on what is right for your needs though. You'll have to take your time while you're browsing the web to ensure that you're aware of everything on today's market.

There are lots of options to choose from and you may find it difficult to make up your mind. Well, if that's the case then you should read on to learn how to choose the right services for your needs. You will also need to set yourself a budget so that you don't overspend and waste your money on a deal that's not worth it.

It's so much nicer to be able to offer someone their own bed and although sofa beds aren't always the most attractive things, they are comfortable and they can look great if you dress them well. Usually, you'll find that the actual sofa you choose is perfect for an everyday sofa as well so you can always swap your current sofa for a new sofa bed if you're short on space.

It all depends on your situation but it's a good idea to figure out where you're going to put it and measure everything before you consider buying something. You could always place a new sofa bed in your spare room as well - that way you can use the space when there's no one staying over.

Overall, buying sofa beds online, whether they're fabric sofa beds or leather sofa beds, is really easy. You should find that there's a lot to choose from and this is why research is so important - take your time and remember that you're looking for good value for money - not just the cheapest sofa!

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Teeth Whitening Treatment

By Taylor Hawk

Many people have found that a teeth whitening treatment is a great way to give themselves brighter and better smile; one they don't have to hide. The whitening process can be done with a halogen lamp or use of a bleaching gel. This is a common procedure that occurs in most general dentistry, but more commonly in the field of cosmetic dentistry.

Lots of people will consider using a teeth whitening treatment because it provides the chance to have a more attractive smile. Children's teeth are almost always white and they are still lucky. It is important to teach children how to take proper care of their teeth because they can't grow new ones. The teeth will begin to get darker as we age due to the changes that occur naturally to the mineral structure of the tooth. This is not something we can prevent, but they can be treated accordingly.

Your teeth can also become stained and darkened due to tobacco, foodstuffs and bacterial pigments. Many people choose to have a teeth whitening treatment done by means of using oxidizing agents. One example is hydrogen peroxide. It's the same as putting peroxide on your hair when you bleach it, except you put it on your teeth to lighten them. However, it is not the same type of peroxide; you need the one that is specifically made for your teeth.

The way in which this type of teeth whitening treatment works is when the peroxide goes through the porosities in the enamel of your teeth and eliminates or lightens the stains, and over a certain period of time your teeth will be as white as they used to be. Sometimes some procedures may take longer than others, because it depends on the concentration of the peroxide in order to determine how quickly it will work. The more peroxide is used in the solution, the quicker the procedure will be.

Using a teeth whitening treatment is an effective method if you would like to lighten the natural color of the teeth without removing any other surfaces of the tooth. The teeth will lighten until they can go no further. The peroxide will only go as far as the dentin layer, which is just under the enamel.

A teeth whitening treatment can last a long time, but will be shortened by excessive coffee and tea consumption and heavy cigarette smoking.

This means if you would like the treatment to be long lasting so your teeth look great for a long time, you will have to make a few sacrifices. You will have to stop, or drastically cut back on your smoking and caffeine intake.

If you aren't comfortable with your smile just want to make an improvement to your appearance, a teeth whitening treatment is a great idea. This is an ideal way to feel and look better.

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Diamond Rings: Tips On How To Identify An Imitation

By David Harfield

When you present a loved one with a diamond ring, one thing that you can be sure of is that they are going to bowled over; there is nothing quite like a gift that you can take everywhere and anywhere you go and be sure to be the envy of every passer-by, one that sparkles, shines and glitters in the light.



Nonetheless, there is always the danger that you may get ripped off; in any industry that involves large amounts of money for small, precious items there are always going to be some people in the business looking to take advantage of you. Imagine your loved one's disappointment, (not to mention your own!) at discovering that the glorious gift that you have given them was in fact a fake and not even worth a fraction of what you had shelled out for it.

Fortuitously, there are steps that you can take in order to safeguard against this unfortunate occurrence, which will protect you against the financial and emotional damage that such a scam can incur. Heed this advice to prevent you from being the next victim of a scamming trickster.

The most important piece of advice is the most obvious: find someone who you can trust. Research the jeweller's name on the internet, ask previous customers about their satisfaction, basically do as much background searching that you can before parting with your hard-earned cash.

Any jeweller unwilling to proffer an authenticity certificate for their diamond rings, which is a vital piece of information should be avoided like the plague. You should make contact with the issuing body if you are unsure about the actual authenticity of the certificate.

One should always assess the cut of the diamond; this is much easier if you have some expertise or background in the industry, or know an acquaintance who is able to lend a professional hand, (or eye!), yet without this, you should simply see which cut you like the best and determine which diamond rings sparkle the most, as this can often reflect the best cut.

Be wary of coloured diamonds that the jewellers claim not to have treated; naturally coloured diamonds are extremely expensive because of the fact that they are very rare. You may have discovered a rare bargain, however it is much more likely that the stones have been treated at some point in the manufacturing process.

A good idea is to get it valued by another jeweller straight away, if you have made the decision to purchase your diamond ring; this way you will find out immediately if you have been conned. It is important to make sure you are getting what you pay for, yet don't let all this put you off splashing out on a diamond ring for a loved one, just be as careful as possible.

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Kitchen Upgrades That Make A Difference

By Larry Terson

One of the cheapest ways to make a dramatic change in the look of your kitchen is to paint it a different color. However, it is important that you explore all sorts of different color ideas before you jump in and start painting. The kitchen is such a central room in the house that you need to make sure you make the right color choice.

A color that might look good in the living room or den may not turn out to be an appropriate color for the kitchen. Additionally, if you choose to paint it a bright color that really stands out, you want to make sure that you are really going to like it. You don't want to have to paint it a second time just because you used the wrong color the first time.

Another thing you can do to make your kitchen look different is to change the flooring. New houses all seem to be being built with wood floors now as they are very popular but that might not be the right surface for your kitchen. Bigger kitchens might look good with wood but if yours is small it might look better with tile or some other material. The floor color will of course be very important and must match with the walls.

Kitchen floors can be made out of all sorts of materials including tile, wood, stone, laminate, and granite. Hardwood kitchen floors are the most popular because people like the look of the wood and it often can be the same floor as the dining room. Stone and granite floors are more rare and you have to make sure you don't get a surface that will crack or chip. If you want to change the overall appearance of your kitchen, the floors are a great place to start.

Another way to make a kitchen stand out and be different is to change the lighting. Most new kitchens have an island and over them hang down a wide array of fancy lights. Many of these lights look like something you would find in a trendy bar or nightclub. Some kitchens are also using track lighting to highlight different aspects of the kitchen. The lighting you choose for your kitchen can make as much of an impact as the color of paint that you use. In fact, the lighting should be chosen with your kitchen colors in mind so that the two compliment each other.

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