Festivities & Celebrations

Holi is the only festival in India where it doesn’t matter what you wear because at the end of the day you will come back home unrecognizable and splashed in myriad of color. But with passing day as colors are being laden with chemical we must decide properly what to wear so that we can save most of our...

New Year's Eve is a great day to celebrate and different countries and cultures have traditions which are thought to bring good luck in the coming new year. Every country is the world celebrates it in some way. From Columbia to the United States, New Year's Eve is steeped in traditions. Not sure which...

When it comes to buying Christmas presents, there is always someone who is probably the most difficult to buy presents for; you guessed it - teenagers! Even worse than your in-laws or your girlfriend, teenage boys can be especially tricky to buy gifts for, as they won't necessarily be interested in the...

Do you want to organise a 50s-themed party? Keep reading for some top tips on how to do so! The 50s are depicted particularly well in "Grease" one of the most iconic films in the history of cinema. So not only is this film a nostalgic trip down memory lane for those in their prime during the 50s (or in...

Superhero costumes are the highest in demand to look amazing for Halloween, Carnaval or any other fancy dress party. If you love comic books or superhero movies, if you are simply looking for new ideas, or if you want to feel sexy and powerful with a striking costume, there's no idea better than dressing...

On the 5th of November, People in the UK and other commonwealth countries celebrate Bonfire Night. This is a very popular night to mark the death of Guy Fawkes and as a way of remembering the gunpowder plot. The celebrations have become more and more elaborate as the years have passed. People began...

When it comes to fancy dress costumes, especially for halloween, the sexy devil costume is a classic look for girls. If you want to make your own homemade devil costume this halloween, we have put together a guide to give you some tips and ideas on how to create a stylish and sexy devil costume at home,...

For those of you who are big Star Wars fans she's not only a princess, but much more than that. A warrior, a heroine and a character that many of us have dreamed of being in our childhood. This is why there's no better tribute to Princess Leia than to dress up as her for Halloween, Carnival, Comic-Con...

Halloween means lots of things: candy and costumes and carving Jack O'lanterns. Carving a Halloween pumpkin is a great way to bond with your friends and family during Halloween and it is also a great way to show off your artistic talent and encourage creativity in your kids. It will give your house a...

Disney Pixar's Inside Out has definitely been the sensation of the year for both children and adults next to the Minions. The cute emotions in Riley Andersen's head have captivated audiences worldwide. As Halloween approaches there are many of you who would like to dress up as one of the Inside Out...

Are you going to organize a party for adults? If so, preparing some adult party games is usually something fun to get the evening going.What better than a little fun and laughter after dinner? Whether its a large group or a small group, and no matter if your party is indoors or out, there are plenty...

Does your halloween costume need the perfect makeup touch? Maybe you're looking to surprise your friends at a party or scare someone you know.To some it may seem that creating a fake wound is only for FX makeup specialists, but it's not that hard if you have the right material! If you want to learn how to...

Almost every country has a harvest festival, and China is no exception. Mid Autumn Festival is China’s Thanksgiving celebration. The festival is held on the 15th day of 8th Chinese Han Calendar month, and is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over the country. There are several customs associated with...

Rakhi is the symbol of emotions attached with the festival. The emotions include those of affection, love and care between brother and sister. These sentiments matter the most on this day, and nothing can be a better expression of your sisterly love than a hand-made rakhi. When you make a rakhi for your...

Your golden jubilee is a precious milestone to celebrate 50 years together. There is every reason to celebrate this significant occasion with family and friends. In India, a man and woman that marry stay together until their last breath. So, there will be one 50th anniversary in every family each year. Here...

Have you been invited to a costume party and do not know what to wear? You want to be innovative but do not know how to do it, how about you forget about fashionable costumes and opt for a classic? Definitely one of the most traditional is the clown costume and, contrary to what you might think, you...

A classic homemade costume idea for both boys and girls for costume parties,Carnival and Halloween is to create a DIY Egyptian Costume. You can make an Egyptian costume at home very easily and with very few materials. It will look great and you won't need to spend much time doing it. If you want to...

You need not be very observant to realise that fashions always have a come back, so there is no better time than now to make a perfect 1980's costume to look as if the clock had stopped. It is also an ideal look to celebrate Halloween or Carnival, without the need to spend too much money. In OneHowTo.com...

If you want to surprise everyone at a birthday party, carnival, Halloween or at an event with friends, a mime costume will be brilliant. I did this last year and I had a great time; not using speech and having to communicate with people with gestures is something you can have a lot of fun with. In addition,...

Maleficent is the evil character in the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale which has already been made into various films. And so it is a great idea to use this character to make a unique and original costume for any Halloween or Carnival costume party. If you too want to transform yourself into this evil character...

Halloween is certainly one of the most fun events of the year, and although it began in the United States it is increasingly integrated with other cultures. It is not surprising therefore that there are more and more children and adults who want to dress up for this occasion. In this oneHOWTO article,...

During Christmas, many people are accustomed to decorating their homes with endless ornaments typical of the holiday season, from candles to holly wreaths. But have you ever wondered what these Christmas ornaments mean? Each ornament symbolizes something: Home protection, good luck, the unity of the...

If you have many large plastic bottles around the house and do not know what to do with them you can always put them to good use in craft activities. Here we show how to make a Christmas tree. It is easy to do and the necessary equipment you will likely already have at home. If you want to know how to make a...

Christmas is a time where the house is adorned with typical Christmas objects and decorations. Figures of Santa Claus, the Christmas tree and various decorative objects are scattered around the corners of the house. At OneHowTo we believe in having an ecological Christmas so we suggest decorating with...

The crisis sharpens wit, especially during the holidays. If you also want to decorate the house in an original way, but without spending much money, crafts and recycling are the perfect solution. Do not know where to start? Need help? In OneHowTo we help you decorate for Christmas with some very creative...

Christmas is a religious celebration that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Each country, village and home celebrates it in their own ways, according to culture, customs and traditions. In the United States, Christmas celebrations start in November, right after Thanksgiving day, which is celebrated...

The holiday season can unfortunately be quite a stressful time so its important to find time and space to relax. But how can this be affected by your Christmas decorations at home? By decorating rooms and spaces in your home following Feng Shui design philosophy. By following Feng Shui principles when...