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The typical Christmas desserts: panettone and pandoro

12th October 2009
With the approaching of Christmas, among friends and relatives several discussions arouse between those who prefer the pandoro and who the panettone, two typical desserts of Italian feasts but not only. Which is better or tastier is hard to say, it ... Read >
Author: martinapp

The typical Christmas desserts: panettone and pandoro

05th October 2009
With the approaching of Christmas, among friends and relatives several discussions arouse between those who prefer the pandoro and who the panettone, two typical desserts of Italian feasts but not only. Which is better or tastier is hard to say, it ... Read >
Author: martinapp

How to take your family on holiday in Turkey without breaking the bank!

02nd October 2009
For families that want to save money on their next holiday, Turkey is the perfect place. A holiday in Turkey is an experience that everyone will remember, and you don't have to spend lots of money in order to see and do lots of amazing things. If you are ... Read >
Author: Mark Kempster

The Industry Uses of Gold: An Overview

18th September 2009
Since the beginning of recorded history, gold has been used in ornamentation, jewelry, and sculptures around the world. However, gold is not just used to make jewelry; it also has plenty of lesser known uses. For example, gold is used to make dental fill... Read >
Author: Mark

Gold – Part of our history

17th September 2009
Gold has been prized by human beings for thousands of years, and has been used as currency as well as for jewellery and other forms of ornamentation. Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs from approximately 2600 years BC describe gold, as even this early on it wa... Read >
Author: shawlmartina

Decorative Bathroom Mirror That Adds Décor and Appeal to Your Bathroom

07th September 2009
Are tired of using a dreary looking bathroom? Do you have to create a whole new looking bathroom? Do you your time to be worth staying in the bathroom? Well, these are just some of the important questions for those people who want to achieve a whole new... Read >
Author: Allison

Mosaic Vases in Katie Wong NYC

10th August 2009
The unique mosaic vases are based on ancient designs found on museum pieces or taken from famous artwork. The designs of our collectable mosaic vases include those inspired by Greek influences, Egyptian hieroglyphics, bold abstract geometric patterns attr... Read >
Author: baji

Wooden staircases for your home

18th June 2009
Staircases serve a far more important function than just providing a means to reach various levels in a home. They can and should be an integral part of one’s home décor. We often do not give our homes’ staircases the kind of importance attention the... Read >
Author: John

Art Prints: Gustav Klimt

09th June 2009
Gustav Klimt is an Austrian painter considered to be the founding member of the Viennese Sezession School of Painting in 1897. This school of painting broke from the academic traditions of 19th century European mural painting in favor of the more highly-d... Read >
Author: Nikki Sabato

Bristol Coffee Table is a neo-classical delicacy

06th June 2009
With any type of art, inspiration is almost always necessary for the creative process. The same holds true when designing furniture. This can come in the form of natural surroundings, previous designs or a specific period in history. When designing the ... Read >
Author: Anna Lisznianski

The Chalong Temple

04th June 2009
Amongst its influx of go-go bars, night clubs and happy go lucky atmosphere, Phuket locals are religious and cultured. Chalong Temple also known as Wat Chalong is the largest and most ornate Buddhist monastery in Phuket. This temple comes with its own uni... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye

Straight From The Artist - Eight Insider Tips On Choosing Frames for Canvas Art

09th April 2009
You’ve got a beautiful painting or fine art print on stretched canvas and you’re ready to frame it. You’d like to purchase a ready made frame, maybe even off the Internet. Not sure where to start? These pointers will help start you in the right dire... Read >
Author: Cathy Robertson

Gifts given to your beloved ones

02nd March 2009
GIFTS GIFTS GIVEN TO YOUR BELOVED ONES A gift is nothing but a present. Gifted is an intellectual ability without the need for compensation that is involved as a tradition to your beloved one. Some... Read >
Author: M S Nath

Gifts given to your beloved ones

02nd March 2009
GIFTS GIFTS GIVEN TO YOUR BELOVED ONES A gift is nothing but a present. Gifted is an intellectual ability without the need for compensation that is involved as a tradition to your beloved one. Some... Read >
Author: M S Nath

Glorious Gold

13th February 2009
Down through the ages man has had a somewhat tenacious relationship with gold. Wars have been fought over it, crimes have been committed in the pursuit of it, and even news has been spread by it, yet 80% of the worlds gold still lies deep in the earth. T... Read >
Author: jasmin

The Gielgud Theatre London

12th February 2009
The Gielgud Theatre, which opened Dec. 27, 1906, under the name of the Hicks Theatre, was built in honor of manager, actor, and playwright Seymour Hicks. The theatre, designed in Louis XVI style by W.G.R. Sprague, originally had 970 available seats, but c... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson

Transcontinental Turkey: Holiday Deals

03rd February 2009
Turkey lying as it does partly in Western Asia and partly in South Eastern Europe is transcontinental. It has the Mediterranean sea to the south, the Aegean sea to the West and the Black sea to the north. A varied history with many different civilisatio... Read >
Author: Amber Mike

A Rich Heritage Of Artistic Performance At Opéra Garnier

11th January 2009
An impressive 2000 seat Opera House in Paris, the Opéra Garnier is also known as the Palais Garnier. Featuring a magnificent façade this structure has hosted some fantastic musical performances since its inception. Designed by Charles Garnier and fe... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye

Original Murano Chandeliers

09th January 2009
If you are interested in buying an original Murano glass chandeliers, we suggest you to visit our original Murano chandeliers website. Our Masters developed different Murano chandeliers series, some of wich are stylistically based on classic Venetian t... Read >
Author: MuranoChandeliers

SHOEAHOLICS CELEB-RATE FOOTWEAR PASSION

15th December 2008
Women are putting themselves in the feet of their favourite celebrities on an ever-increasing basis – and becoming a shoeaholic! Despite the credit crunch, the fairer sex’s love affair with footwear shows no signs of abating. A recent survey cla... Read >
Author: Matthews

Imitation is The Best Form of Flattery – The Parthenon Replica in Tennessee

10th November 2008
Nashville's autograph the Athens of the South shaped the selection of the building as the showpiece of the 1897 fair. A number of buildings at the Exposition were founded on antique archetypes. But Parthenon was the only one which was conceptualized as an... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye

A New Purpose for Old Buildings

23rd October 2008
Necessity is the mother of invention, goes the old saw, and it's never been truer than in this day and age. With construction on new housing at a slow down, the real estate market in a slump, and – on a seemingly unrelated note – more and more people ... Read >
Author: Joe Cline

Engraved Pens – A Guide to Personalising your Pen

14th October 2008
Engraved pens make a superb gift. They allow you to personalise your chosen pen, making the gift meaningful and special. Engraved pens are ideal for occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, valentines, father’s/mother’s day, retirement, o... Read >
Author: David Cole

Day tripping in Rome; The Domus Aurea.

25th August 2008
The ruins of Emperor Nero's legendary "Golden House," which in its day took up one-third of the city of Rome, were finally reopened to the public in 1999 after 25 years of restoration work. The Domus Aurea remains one of the most unique and impressive sit... Read >
Author: JoshuaThorpe

Artificial Fruits - Fruits for show!

22nd August 2008
For years artificial fruits have become a part of home décor. They are made using various materials and are arranged either in baskets, boxes, plates or domes. Earlier clay was the material used to make these fruits. But nowadays materials like wax, plas... Read >
Author: lexiemarine

Information About The Statue of Liberty

16th August 2008
The Statute of Liberty is a monument located in the harbor of New York City. It was presented to the United States by the people of France in 1886 and became a symbol of liberty for all the immigrants coming to the country. The purpose of the gift was to ... Read >
Author: Ling Tong

Andy Warhol Paperweight Crystal

12th May 2008
Printed with Andy Warhol's famous 1960s Flowers images, the set includes four square bowls that fit flawlessly onto a coordinating tray. They're perfectly sized and great for serving snacks, appetizers or condiments at your next get-together. Andy Warhol ... Read >
Author: Prabakar, S

Why Old Coins Are Sold For A Much Higher Price Than Market Value

19th February 2008
Old Coins are fun to collect. Coins are a part of our lives for as long as civilization ever existed. Coins have been a source of money exchange for centuries now. Old coins or rare coins are a collectors item , they are bought only by people who coll... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

How Coins Have Influenced Our Lives From The 6th Century Bc

19th February 2008
Coins are generally hard round pieces of metal that are used as currency and have ben used this way for centuries together. Coins are issued by the banks or Government . Coins are used for day to day circulation in daily life. Lower denomination are in f... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

Perfect Gifts for All Festivals

30th January 2008
Rosenthal Gifts product recognizes that throughout history the things that people have valued the most and that have held their value, have always been innovative, original and reflective of the spirit of the time. That is why Rosenthal neither strives to... Read >
Author: Prabakar, S

Introducing our New Metallics Binding Covers

24th January 2008
This past week MyBinding introduced a new Metallics line of Binding Covers. These extremely elegant binding covers are some of the most elegant and glamorous covers that we carry. Available in more than a dozen colors these wonderful covers are ideal for ... Read >
Author: mybinding

The Magic of Kyoto

20th January 2008
Japan. The name evokes images of cherry blossoms and temples, of Samurai and Kimono clad Geisha. The contemporary Japan of today is a diverse conglomeration of history and tradition merging with a future that often struggles to understand itself. A countr... Read >
Author: Jim Sherard

Choosing From The Many Different Styles Of Vanity Chairs

17th January 2008
There is nothing satisfying to a woman or a girl than applying makeup to their face. While it is possible to apply this makeup while you are standing in front of a mirror, sitting on a chair in front of a dressing table is infinitely much better. In our w... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

Medieval Decor and Ideas for Your Home

20th September 2007
The Medieval era (from 476 AD to 1450 AD) was a time when furniture began to develop its modern features. At the time, the central focus of Medieval décor was textiles that were light, portable, and served multiple purposes. The textiles could be used as... Read >
Author: Giorgina Devereaux

Art Preservation Tips

20th September 2007
Art is a treasure to be preserved, and there are some basic tips that can be followed in order to make sure your investment is protected for years to come. Along with various acid-free and conservation framing and mounting methods, storage of your art is ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

Create Elegant Walls and Furniture With Gold Leaf and a Stencil

31st May 2007
Gold Leaf is an awesome product and can be found in art supply, craft stores and many on-line sources and is available in real gold ranging from 14K and up (yes, you would be adding REAL gold to your items!) or much less expensive faux versions. The conc... Read >
Author: Victoria Larsen

What To Expect From A Bridal Show

15th January 2007
Most bridal shows are scheduled in the months of January and August. Tickets are usually between $5.00 and $10.00 with a one or two dollar discount if you purchase your tickets online before the event. Prizes may be offered for the first 100, 200 or 500... Read >
Author: Kathleen

Framing Fine Art Photographs - Tips on Choosing the Proper Frames

15th January 2007
There are different ways to approach how to mat and frame your art. For art purists, the image will usually dictate how it is framed. When decorating is the priority, consider the room where the framed art will be hanging and then mat and frame the art to... Read >
Author: Andrea Sperling

Matting Fine Art Photographs

15th January 2007
by Andrea Sperling Picking the right mat when framing fine art photographs and other pieces of art can enhance the visual impact of your art. Proportion issues, color of the mat, and thickness of the mat are important to consider when making your sel... Read >
Author: Andrea Sperling

Secrets to Copywriting Testing: How to Substantially Increase Your Marketing Results

07th September 2006
In his famous book, Secrets of Successful Direct Mail, Dick Benson states, "Any test idea a business honestly believes can economically increase response is worth testing." And he's absolutely right about this copywriting secret. So, let's break this ... Read >
Author: Mike Pavlish

Doors Open 2006– Toronto's Architectural Festival Sure Has Become Popular....

12th June 2006
Judging by the line-ups of architecture buffs on the streets, Toronto's free architecture festival, Doors Open, is a resounding success. Since 2000 Doors Open has been providing free access to architecturally or culturally significant buildings that would... Read >
Author: Susanne Pacher

Fall, Spring and Summer Wedding Invitation Ideas

07th May 2006
Are you in the process of choosing a wedding invitation for your wedding? This can be a tricky process and one that should be thought about carefully. The wedding invitations that you send will be the first impression that people will have of your wedding... Read >
Author: Sam Smith