Exciting Spring Trends in Fashion

As the weather warms up, so do people’s color palettes. This spring, people are are turning up the volume in a big way with neon colors and big, bold prints. To keep this exuberance playful but age-appropriate, look for feminine cuts and silhouettes. Take note of these trends, a few straight from Fashion Week:

  

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Looking for Positions for the Spring/Summer at Devonshire!

PT  Groundskeeper/Porter

Part-time position April – September for entry level facilities grounds keeper.  Duties include grounds clean up inside and outside and other duties as they are assigned.  Ideal candidate must take pride in creating the best first impression of our property by maintaining the community grounds free of litter and debris.  Must have reliable transportation, be able to take direction, but work independently.  Hours are Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 8:30-1:30.  Fax resume to (304) 757-1274 or email to ssmith@liveatdevonshire.com EOE.

PT Leasing Consultant

Excellent Opportunity! Luxury community in Scott Depot seeks part-time leasing consultant to work in a fast paced environment May 1-September 2 weekends are a must. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 1 year office/administrative experience, as well as strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.  Candidates should excel at handling multiple tasks/meeting deadlines, have the ability to handle different personality types and provide terrific customer service. Good hourly rate. E-mail resume to: ssmith@liveatdevonshire.com.com or fax to: (304) 757-1274. EOE

Wrap It Up: DIY Wrapping Paper

With birthdays and holidays coming fast and furious, it’s easy to find yourself without wrapping paper when you need it. Thankfully, it’s easy for a creative person to improvise some great do-it-yourself wrapping paper if the need arises. Here are some of our favorite ideas.

Brown paper grocery bags are great for wrapping all kinds of gifts. Turn them inside-out so the printing doesn’t show and then use hand-cut potato stamps and poster paint to cover them with fun designs.

Another great way to make unique custom wrapping paper is by using spray paint and a cut-out stencil on thin fabric. By repeating a pattern in multiple colors, you can make wrapping material that people won’t want to throw away.

If you have a color printer, you can use your own photographs to make custom wrapping paper that will charm anybody who receives it. Put family pictures blown up around your boxes and watch the compliments fly.

Another good way to make custom wrapping paper is by using an ordinary rubber stamp. By painting a thin layer of colorful acrylic paint onto the face of the stamp, you can make permanent marks on just about any paper. Brown kraft paper is great to use, as it is inexpensive and holds up well.

If you have some spare time, it can be fun to make totally unique wrapping paper by writing or drawing on large sheets of butcher paper and cutting it up. If you have kids, get them to draw in marker on the paper.

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Best Crafting Blogs

The internet makes it easy and efficient to share interests far and wide. It's become something of a haven for craft enthusiasts, featuring many blogs dedicated to the world of crafting. Looking for inspiration? Here are five craft blogs worth reading:

The Crafting Chicks
Started by a group of friends wanting to share their creations together, the Crafting Chicks has helpful hints, craft ideas, and recipes. Step by step instruction ensures that completing these imaginative projects will be a breeze.

Craft Junkie Too
Tracy is a craft junkie, but knows that there are a lot of others out there. Craft Junkie Too is a great resource for collecting and sharing craft ideas, all of which are conveniently organized into different project categories.

Craftbits
A free site offering thousands of ideas for making crafts for holidays and occasions of all sorts. Craftbits also features a number of craft competitions, DIY videos, and a gallery of user submitted ideas.

Craftzine
The Craftzine blog showcases great ideas from a number of craft blogs, and as such is a remarkable source of information and inspiration. With a massive database full of ideas, contests, and links to other sites, Craftzine is a site that anyone with a love of crafting needs to visit.

Ucreate
Ucreate provides tutorials for making various crafts that are full of helpful photos to take you through each step of the process with ease. There are also a number of crafts for kids, as well as party ideas!

What is The Electoral College?

You likely know that the Electoral College has something to do with electing the President and Vice President but you may not fully grasp its role in that process. With the presidential election coming up, it’s useful to keep in mind that the popular vote is only part of what will elect our leaders. Read on to learn more:

The Role of the EC
The Electoral College is a group of citizens selected by the people to cast votes for President and Vice President. Though Americans vote for these leaders through indirect popular election, their votes count toward a group of electors who pledge to vote when the Electoral College meets.

Why the EC was Formed
The Electoral College was formed in the 1800’s as a method of ensuring that small states could have a voice equal to that of bigger states. Its founders felt that without the Electoral College, all the political power would rest with bigger states.

Additional Benefits of the EC
Supporters of the Electoral College emphasize its role in filtering votes to offer reasonable solutions in cases of regional antagonism and providing politicians with a framework for organizing their campaigns. 

Some Cons of the EC
Some people argue that the Electoral College is flawed because it leaves open the possibility that the popular vote winner might lose. Another objection is that the time-delay caused by the EC’s process, which was beneficial when the system was founded, is no longer needed in today’s rapid-communication world.

Drink Up: Five Exceptional Smoothies

With less and less time in the morning, it can be tough to sit down for a full breakfast. That’s why smoothies are becoming a popular choice. If you’re looking to jazz up your blender, here are some delicious and nutritious suggestions for delicious smoothie meals. Add protein powder to any of these concoctions to add calories and nutrients.

• One of the most enduring combinations for smoothies is banana and strawberry. The berries provide sweetness, while the bananas add protein, fiber, and potassium. They mesh exceptionally well together.
• For a more subtle combination, blend fresh blueberries with vanilla yogurt. This is a refreshing and delicious treat with a remarkably complex flavor profile.
• For something a little more filling, try a mixture of bananas and peanut butter. The peanut butter adds a huge dose of protein that can really fill you up without weighing you down.
• Another great smoothie uses the tang of raspberries, the fiber of apples, and the nutritional punch of bananas to create a robust combination of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds.
• For a more tropical take on the smoothie, try a combination of peach, pineapple, and mango. The tart sweetness of pineapple meshes perfectly with the more complex flavors of the mango and the peach. This is a great way to start the day, and pretty much everybody will enjoy it.

Five Tips for Winter Driving

Driving in the winter can be lovely, with scenic views of snowy vistas, but it can also be dangerous if you don’t take the proper precautions. Here are some tips to make sure you don’t run into problems on the road this season:

Avoid Tailgating

Tailgating is something you want to avoid under any circumstances but especially during icy or snowy road conditions. When a road is even just lightly covered in ice or snow, the traction becomes significantly reduced, and this means that your car will take longer to stop.

Don't Use Cruise Control

If your car hydroplanes or skids on an icy road while you’re using cruise control, the wheels can start to rapidly spin – and this will increase the chances of you losing command of your vehicle.

Be Prepared

You’ll want to be sure that your car is stocked with the necessities of safe winter driving – antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, flashlight, first aid kid, blanket, and so on. Also make sure that the car itself has been checked so that the battery works, the headlights are clean and functional, and the tires are in good condition.

Handle Skids With Skill

Knowing how to recover from skids is a key feature of effective winter driving. When you brake on a slippery road, make sure you don’t lock up your wheels by braking too hard. Instead, if you begin skidding, turn the vehicle gently in the direction you want the vehicle to go and avoid heavy pressure on the breaks. Click here for helpful details about skid recovery.

Stay in Your Vehicle

If you get stuck in the snow or your vehicle becomes unable to move for any reason, stay warm in your vehicle and wait for help. Make sure that your exhaust pipe is clear of any obstructions (snow and ice included) so that carbon monoxide doesn’t build up in the car.
 

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