Jingle all the way
Fred Eberhart is the “bellmeister.” A veteran of the Christkindl Markt, Christmas in Zoar and numerous other juried events, Eberhart is well versed in making Christmas decorations using sleigh bells.
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Splurge: Exclusive home edition
There’s a hip, earthy, industrial vibe to many of the home-furnishings options at Bird’s Nest Furniture in Jackson Township. The vast, 10,000-square-foot store has numerous pieces, many imported from India, that utilize recycled metal and exotic woods.
Make your home an exclusive | On the bookshelf
Find tips on decorating, painting and finding the perfect accessories
Adding a festive touch
These books can help you add the perfect holiday flair to your home
Turning over a new leaf
A leafy ceramic platters in all the colors that autumn offers can be a shiny backdrop to Thanksgiving appetizers. $6.95, small; $8.95, medium; and $11.95 large. Just Imagine, (Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities Whipple-Dale Centre), 2950 Whipple Ave. NW, Plain Township. (330)477-5200.
It’s more than an old house | On the Bookshelf
Vintage homes show details that are quintessential to an era, linked to the past. They are experienced in their existence, and harbor memories that can be re-created and relived with just a little — or sometimes a lot — of tender care.
Make your list …
Look for these unique holiday gift ideas at Stark County retailers
Looking for a little change? | On the bookshelf
Selling your home? Updating your environment? Just want a change in surroundings? There are many reasons why you might decide to renovate, redesign or reorganize the place where you live. Here are a handful of books that can show you how to turn your house into a modern and stylish home.
Fall entertaining
Transform an empty wine bottle into a candelabra by inserting centerpiece into the mouth of the bottle.
Dress up your table
A feast, whether for a holiday family gathering or a dinner party, deserves a festive table. And nothing sets the mood for such events as handily as guests spying a colorful table adorned with interesting and unexpected objects in addition to your best china, silver and crystal.
