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By Victor Banheuton

Even though weddings in India are becoming modern Bridal saree and wedding saree still rule the hearts of many Indian women .The saree Indias national dress makes a woman look ethnic, graceful and elegant. Besides India, sarees are also commonly worn in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Nepal.

It is usually made of silk, chiffon or cotton with intricate embroidery on the borders. If you are about to get married there are many details you may need to take care of but its equally important to take time out to find the perfect bridal saree and wedding saree. The key to finding the perfect bridal saree is to see the variety available.

The choice of fabric will determine the overall look of the saree. A silk saree with heavily embellished borders will add to the richness of the attire. The borders are usually decorated with gold threads, silver threads, stones, sequins, kundan or zardosi. If you are having a summer wedding a silk saree may make you feel too hot, instead wear a lighter fabric such as georgette or chiffon.

Today a number of modern brides are choosing vibrant colors such as magenta, gold, dark blue, pink, green and orange. But if you want to be completely traditional then go for red as this color is believed to bring happiness and good luck. You can also experiment with the length of the saree. Usually the standard length of a saree has been around 4 meters but you could go for a longer flowing saree for that extra oomph .When deciding how heavy the embroidery on a saree must be dont forget to keep your budget in mind.

Some sarees are heavily embellished the entire length with semi precious stones, zari or zardosi .Although this may look pretty it will also add extra weight. You can always go for a lighter saree with a heavily embellished Pallu but with fewer decorations on the insides. If you do not want to spend thousands of rupees on a new bridal saree and wedding saree you can always dig out your mothers old wedding saree and revamp it. The blouse can be paired with a new lehanga or a saree. You can restyle it by giving it a better fit, stylish sleeves and a deep neck.

The surface ornamentation such as the old zari borders and motifs can be used on a new fabric altogether .You can also add new embellishments to your mothers existing saree, give it a new color combination or better still your mothers bridal saree and wedding saree can be converted into a gorgeous shalwar kameez, churidar or lehanga with a combination of other fabrics and crystals. The choices are really endless and the value the new style will bring will be priceless. So dig into your mothers trousseau to see if anything catches your fancy.

Remember the hottest look this season is simplicity combined with elegance so do not overdo it with fake jewels. Subtle zari embroidery will enable you to wear your saree time after time at weddings, mehandis and formal dinners etc.If you dont want to wear your wedding saree after marriage you can always convert it into a shalwar kameez or a western costume.

Whatever you decide Indias bridal saree and wedding saree is an outfit that will always make a bride shine and look very ethnic.

About the Author: The author has been writing for 3 decades, joining his love of India, clothing and the latest fashion trends.

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By Rachel Vince

Here are some January themed crafts for kids that include both summer craft ideas for those who are in summer in the southern hemisphere, and winter craft ideas for those who are in winter in the northern hemisphere.

1. Calendar craft

Use a real calendar covered with your childs own artwork to make an interesting calendar you will love the whole year through.

Supplies Needed:

Calendar for the new year

Construction paper

Crayons or markers

Glitter

Nontoxic glue

Provide your child with construction paper cut to fit over the picture-portion of the calendar you purchase. You might be able to get free calendars that some pharmacies and real estate companies give away around holiday time.

After she uses the construction paper to make a picture for each month, simply glue these to the calendar in the appropriate place. After all of the pictures have been glued, press the calendar under a large heavy book to flatten it. Your child may wish to make several calendars and give them away as presents.

2. Frosty Window craft ( for those of us living in winter in the northern hemisphere)

These really do look like frosty windows!

Supplies Needed:

Epsom salts

Warm water

Small container and spoon

Small paintbrush

Sheet of black construction paper

Colored construction paper

Nontoxic glue

Add 6 or 7 Tbsp of Epsom salts to cup warm water, and stir the mixture until no more salts will dissolve. Then using a small paintbrush, brush the misture over a sheet of black constructiojn paper (8 x 11 inches). Allow the paper to dry overnight or place it on top of a floor heat register/vent. This will give it the frosty appearance. Mount on a piece of colored construction paper and then glue a vertical strip and horizontal strip right across the paper for the window panes.

3. Simple Bird Feeder Craft

Save those crusts of bread instead of throwing them in the garbage. Have your child poke a hole about an inch from the top of the crust. Leave the crust out on the counter overnight to dry, then tie a piece of yarn or string through the hole. Take it outside and hang it on a tree-easy bird feeder. Your children will enjoy watching the birds come and eat from it.

4. Sand castle craft(for those in summer in the southern hemisphere).

This recipe allows you to build a sand castle or sculpture and then keep it as a keepsake.

Supplies Needed:

1 cup sand

1/2 cup cornstarch

1 tsp cream of tartar

1/4 cup hot water

Old pot

Old spoon

Mix sand, cornstarch, and cream of tartar in an old cooking pot.

Add water. Cook over medium heat while stirring continuously until the mixture is too thick to stir. Allow to cool and mold into desired shapes.

This sand takes a couple of days to dry. You can keep leftover clay in an airtight container and use it another day.

5. Handprint flower

Trace four handprints onto colorful paper. Cut out the handprints and then glue all of the bases of the hands together in a circular pattern to form a flower. Cut a circle out of yellow paper and paste it in the middle.

About the Author: Rachel is a busy and happy Mom of two young children who feels blessed at having a second chance at life, seeing through the eyes of her children. For more favorite ideas that kids will enjoy visit her web site at

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