Holidays
Enjoy celebrations by keeping them simple.
Holiday decorations from fabric scraps 
You´ve just finished a holiday project. How about reusuing, or using up those ends of balls of thread/yarn, or scrap fabric and ribbon? A Recycled Christmas - Reused Gifts Are Better
There are plenty of reasons to buy used for Christmas presents, and only one reason not to: you probably think it looks bad. Here´s why you should buy used gifts and encourage the same from others. Budget Weddings 
A nice, elegant wedding can be planned with a minimum of fuss and budget. Celebrating the Fourth of July
Celebrate the Fourth of July simply. Invite the family over and make some fond memories! Christmas Traditions
What traditions do you have in your family? Make this year the time you start a new one. Creative Low-Cost Family Gift Exchange Ideas
Large families can be hard on holiday gift budgets but these simple gift exchange ideas are low-cost and high-fun. Electronic Christmas Cards
Save a tree, save the planet with e-cards this year. Office Max offers a free version that is irresistibly cute. Eloping - the simplest wedding of all
A reader asks if you can still have a meaningful wedding, even on the fly. Gift Card Etiquette
Love ‘em or hate ‘em, gift cards are here to stay, and here are a few etiquette rules to follow. Halloween Costumes from a Bed Sheet
Need a quick, easy and cheap costume? Grab an old bed sheet! How to Enjoy a Great Vacation
Restful or rejuvenating, vacations should be void of stress. How to Give Good Gifts for Christmas
Don’t burden others with unwanted gifts, choose carefully and bless people with your gifts. Keeping it Simple for Children’s Birthday Parties
Do you want to give your child a birthday party but feel overwhelmed? This article will give you simple ideas to create fun memories. Labor Day Fun
Want to have one last hurrah before the summer is over? You'll find simple tips here for Labor Day! Living Simply Christmas Articles
A round up of Living Simply´s Christmas articles to help you reduce, reuse and recycle during the holiday season. Living Simply quoted on CNN.com
Living Simply got a bit of a boost over the Thanksgiving Holiday, traditionally the start of the Christmas shopping season - we got interviewed by CNN.com! Make Earth Friendly Gift Wrap
Every year I have this dilemma - what to wrap my Christmas presents in that is both environmentally-friendly AND attractive? Here are some simple ideas for your holidays this year! May Day Fun
Celebrate the fact that spring is in full swing! Here are some ideas on how to simply celebrate May Day! National Clean Off Your Desk Day [offsite link]
The second Monday in January is is National Clean-Off-Your-Desk Day. National Organize Your Home Office Day [offsite link]
After National Clean Off Your Desk Day, mark your calendars for National Organize Your Home Office Day. No Stress Thanksgiving
Focusing on the true meaning of this holiday removes the stress and pressure. Pamper Your Dog at Christmas
Give back some lovin´ to your faithful pet during the holidays! Pamper Your Dog at Christmas
Give back some lovin' to your faithful pet during the holidays! Re-gifting Tips
Once a social faux paus, regifting today is a good way to help save the planet—and your pocketbook. Re-used Ornaments and Decorations for the Holidays
Here are a few ideas to help you decorate on a budget this year, with an earth-friendly consciousness (as opposed to "Crazy Christmas Consumer Mentality") Simple Cinco de Mayo
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo simply! Follow these easy tips for crafts and food and you will be having a high time! Simple Halloween
Simplify the Fall and Halloween season with these easy to follow tips. Also, you will save money, too. Simple Harvest and Thanksgiving Decorations
Thinking of decorating your home for Thanksgiving or with a Harvest Theme? Have a look at these ideas you can simply use in your home. Simple Holiday Baking
Baking is one of the most favorite holiday activities. Don't become overwhelmed and make it complicated. Baking can be fun and festive while being simple as well. Here you will find tips on simple baking as well as fun ideas to package your goodies! Simple Homemade Ornaments
Have some fun this holiday season by making your own holiday ornaments! Simple Pumpkin Carving Ideas
Not an artist? Here are some easy ways to create fun jack-o-lanterns without a lot of skill. Take a Break With Your Mate-- Without Leaving Town
Ideas of overnight and day trips you can take with your mate. How to get away when you don't have the time or money to go far! Thanksgiving Should be Simple
Do you want to make Thanksgiving a truly memorable day? Then make it simple. Follow these tips and have a simply relaxing day with your family. Why do we make New Year’s Resolutions?
Every year we make resolutions and then break them. Why do we make them in the first place, and how can we best keep them? Your Earth Friendly Christmas Tree
The tree itself: live or fake? The source of many family arguments. Here is MY opinion, for what it´s worth, on trees, from most-to-least earth-friendly tree options, plus some ideas on how to create your own new tradition for decking the halls! Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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