Lesley Nico Interview
The actress visits Home & Family to talk about the final season of her PBS series, “Downton Abbey,” which premieres Sunday, January 3rd on PBS’ Masterpiece. Lesley also opens up about what it is like filming the show at Highclere Castle in Newbury, West Berkshire, England. The cast of “Downton Abbey” have also had the opportunity to meet Princess Catherine and Lesley, herself, has spoken to Prince Charles about medical detection for dogs.For more information about medical detection for dogs visit medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk
Cristina Cooks!
Keeping with the “Downton Abbey” theme, Cristina enlists the help of Lesley Nico in the kitchen as she bakes Scottish Shortbread Cookies. When it comes to making the fine crumbs, Cristina suggests rubbing the butter into dry mixture with your fingertips. Don’t forget to knead the mixture until you get a doughy texture.
Check out more delicious recipes at the Home & Family Pinterest Page
Dress Up Your Hats for Less
Designer and author of “The Design Cookbook,” Kelly Edwards has some helpful ways that you can decorate and dress up your hat without breaking the bank. Using ribbons, feathers, flowers and embellishments, your hat will look like you spent a fortune to stay in style.Check out more fun DIY projects at the Home & Family Pinterest Page
Get more from Kelly at KellyEdwardsInc.com
Turn Your Holiday Leftovers Into Beauty Treatments
Ever want to know what to do with all of those leftovers from the holidays? Well, Kym Douglas has a terrific idea! She shows you how you can turn those leftovers into recipes for beauty treatments. From a sweet potato facial mask to DIY cranberry sugar lip scrub, Kym has your body covered!
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Get more from Kym at KymDouglas.com
Alex Meneses Interview
Actress Alex Meneses sits down with Mark and Cristina to talk about her new comedy, “Telenovela,” which premieres January 4th, 8:30/7:30c on NBC. Aside from being an actress, Alex is also raising a daughter, Stella, as a single mom. Mark wants to know if she is out there dating, but Alex says she just got out of a marriage and she wants to concentrate on her career. Alex is also heavily involved in the Children’s Hospital, along with giving back to other programs.
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The Car Coach
Lauren Fix is a self-described car coach and she is here to help you negotiate the best car deals for the holidays. She says that car shoppers will get the best deal if they buy on New Year’s Eve. She encourages women to do their homework and learn about what kind of car they want. Lauren also says to have a firm handshake with the dealer and don’t waiver on decisions. Finally, she encourages you to always test drive the car.
Get more from Lauren at LaurenFix.com
DIY Floral Art Serving Trays
Ken Wingard is back and showing you how to make your own floral art tray, using printed photos of flowers. Mark recommends using good lighting for the flowers and high resolution for photos. Remember to print the photos slightly larger than the tray. Ken tells Cristina and Mark that these trays will last forever, which makes them even more cost efficient.
Check out more fun DIY projects at the Home & Family Pinterest Page
Get more from Ken at KennethWingard.com
Keeping Kids Entertained for the Holiday Season
Kristin Smith has some helpful ways to keep your kids entertained for the holiday season. From making your own toy car race track using old paper towel and toilet paper rolls to having an indoor snowball fight with styrofoam balls you can buy at your local craft store, Kristin knows how to create fun without it costing too much.
DIY Kiss Me Kits for New Year’s Eve
Paige Hemmis gets you ready for the big New Year’s Eve kiss by creating your own Kiss Me Kits. Whether it is just you and your sweetie welcoming in 2016 or if you are at a big party, this DIY is perfect. Each kit contains mints, champagne, lip balm and chocolates.
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Get more from Paige at PaigeHemmis.com