Want extra warmth this winter? Want to save on your energy bill and perhaps even your federal income taxes? Then add a fireplace to your home and enjoy the warmth, ambiance and majesty of a roaring fire. Seductive, soothing yet invigorating, a fireplace will add value to your home and make an architectural statement as well as create a stunning focal point and conversation starter. Everyone loves gathering around a stunning fire, mesmerized by its flames. So choose one of our top ten sellers and you'll have the wonder and excitement only it can give. Our number one fireplace right now sparkles with modern flavor -- and Swarovski crystals. This special, limited edition Napoleon LHD50 High-Definition Contemporary Linear Gas Fireplace comes from Napoleon and shimmers even when the fire is off. It features a necklace-shaped Crystallized Swarovski element design as well as black beveled porcelain reflective panels and four patented Crystalites that accentuate the beauty of the Swarovskis even more. Spanning almost an entire body length (48"), the LHD50 special edition is usually placed on the wall for the ultimate in viewing pleasure. With a heating capacity of 30,000 BTUs, it will heat up to 1000 sq. ft. very nicely. Modern fireplaces like this one are on the cusp of home design -- so get yours now while they last. Another top seller in the contemporary fireplace family is the Lennox Scandium Signature Collection Catalytic Vent Free Fireplace. Its front view, 41" size presents a highly realistic fire you can install anywhere -- over a sofa or under a HDTV -- because it doesn't need a chimney. With 11,500 BTUs of fire power, it heats up to 750 sq. ft. nicely. Sleek, slim, sexy and superb: that's the Lennox Scandium. Meanwhile. yet another modern design shows up in our top ten list, the Napoleon BDG36CFGN Crystallo Fireplace. Its clean face provides a contemporary feel accentuated by Crystalites and a Crystaline ember bed that not only create a magnificent fire, but also serve double duty as a night light. Also included are porcelain radiant reflective panels that echo the flames and crystal reflections in the fireplace for a seductive fire you'll love to share with your significant other, since the Crystallo is perfect for small rooms of about 500 sq. ft. with 17,000 BTUs. Truly a marvel for your contemporary living area. Our fourth best selling fireplace also happens to take design to new modernity: the Heatilator Rave Direct Vent Gas Fireplace. You'll get rave reviews when you place this beautiful, affordable work of art in your penthouse, loft, living room or bedroom -- or anywhere you please. Hang it anywhere you like on a wall, preferably at eye level for a picture-perfect effect. Here, you see the fire elongated along the 48" length, accentuated not by logs but by black or white media rocks, which reflect and illuminate the burning ribbon of flame in the firebox. Like most modern fireplaces, this direct vent offering will become the focal point wherever you place it. For a rustic look, you can't go wrong with our number five fireplace, the Napoleon NZ6000 High Country Zero Clearance Wood Burning Fireplace. With the largest firebox in the industry at 4.8 cu. ft., it provides enough power to heat up to 3000 sq. ft. Use it as a whole home heating system and feel the burn overnight so you won't wake up cold. Elegant, charming and rustic, this is a true centerpiece for a country home yet still manages to fit in with contemporary decor. Its enormous diagonal viewing area of 42" means you'll enjoy the fire -- and be mesmerized by its power -- from anywhere in the room. Its glass stays clean thanks to an air wash system unparalleled in the industry, while Yellow Dancing Flames conspire to make your viewing pleasure even more stunning. Surely you can't beat the power, beauty and reliability of the NZ6000. Our second top seller in the wood burning fireplace category is the Lennox Brentwood SP Signature Collection Burn Smart Fireplace. As an EPA Phase II certified fireplace, it earns you an EPA tax credit of 30% (up to $1500) when you install it in your primary residence. Its heating power is enormous -- up to 50,000 BTUs when you add the optional blower -- so it will warm up to 1,500 sq. ft. in your home. With a burn time of 6-8 hours, the fire will last all through the night to keep you toasty as you sleep. It also looks like a traditional masonry fireplace with its textured refractory-lined firebox and European style glass door, which provides an unobstructed view of a gorgeous fire every time. Finally, it offers double air combustion for you to control the heat output better. The Brentwood SP is a 36" fireplace, perfect for most homeowners' needs. If you want the convenience of a gas fueled fireplace, then the Napoleon GD36NTR may be your answer. It's by far the most popular direct vent gas fireplace around and will astound you with its fanciful flames created by hand-painted ceramic Phazer logs and Yellow Dancing Flames for which Napoleon products are famous. This fireplace works even when the power doesn't, so you'll always be warm no matter what the weather. You'll be worry-free, too, because it has a 100% Safe Guard shut-off system. In addition, it features a huge diagonal viewing area through which to view the flames and heat-resistant ceramic glass that helps radiate heat back into the room. This one heats up to 1200 sq. ft. with 26,000 BTUs. Direct venting means that cold air from the outside is used, not warm room air, to heat, making it an efficient way to heat. Perhaps you already have a fireplace, but it fails to heat your home as effectively as you'd like. Have no fear -- retrofitting is here! In fact, three inserts make our top ten list; the first is the Napoleon EPI-1101P Fireplace Insert. Its quality craftsmanship and installation versatility -- you can install it in a masonry fireplace or a factory-built one -- won it an award. For spaces of around 1500 sq.ft., this fireplace insert comes standard with a "whisper quiet" heat circulating blower and a thermostatic sensor to generate a lot of heat from small amounts of wood. Its large viewing area boasts an elegant, single view door that can be customized to make your insert look Early Americana or contemporary -- it's all up to you. Our second top-selling fireplace insert is also by Napoleon; it's the EPI-1402P. Though similar to the EPI-1101P, it's for a slightly larger area, up to 1600 sq. ft. This insert packs a powerful punch thanks to its two "whisper quiet" 200 CFM blowers and up to 70,000 BTUs of firepower. Both of these inserts are wonderful additions to your home because they qualify for the 30% EPA tax credit of up to $1500 on purchase price and installation. Maybe you want to retrofit your fireplace but don't want the hassle of dealing with wood. Well, with the Napoleon GI3600N Basic Fireplace Insert, you can do that. This natural vent insert is the perfect replacement for small, existing zero clearance wood burning fireplaces because it's economical and versatile. With up to 24,000 BTUs, it will handle a room of 1200 sq. ft. nicely, while its heat resistant ceramic glass and 32" diagonal viewing area mean you can let your mind wander as you gaze at the realistic flames the insert produces. Like all Napoleon inserts, it works even when the power fails. You can even control the heat output thanks to the dual burner level and the heat circulating blower you get when you purchase this economical insert. There you have it: our top selling fireplaces and fireplace inserts for the year. All are terrific products; choosing one depends on your taste, your decor, your style and your architectural desires. Opt for a modern fireplace and show the world you're ready for the future of home decorating, or select a more traditional style. Either way, you'll have a wonderful, warm addition to your living space and the inspiration and innovation only a fireplace can lend. ...read more

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Top 10 Labor Day Eventscited from ChooseOutdoorKitchens.com Labor Day Sale 2009 10.Kerrville Wine&Music; Festival, in Kerrville, Texas. 9.Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, various locations in Sonoma County, Calfornia. 8.Sundance Food&Wine Festival, in Sundance, Utah. 7.Labor Day in the Hamptons 6.Taste of Madison, in Madison, Wisconsin. 5.Labor Day Parade&MarchNew York, N.Y. on September 12 4.Detroit Labor Day ParadeDetroit, Mich. on September 7 3.Labor Day Concert in Washington D.C.Washington, D.C. on August 31 2.Okinawan Festival, in Honolulu, Hawaii. 1.Brooklyn West Indian CarnivalBrooklyn, N.Y. on September 7 ...read more

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Grilled Pizza on yourBuilt in Gas Grill SUBMITTED BY:Rosten Boles "We've all had traditional oven-baked pizza hundreds of times, but have you ever baked a pizza in your outdoor kitchen? High-End Built in Gas Grills like Cal Flame&Fire; Magic make for an incredible grilled pizza. The heat of a hot grill is perfect, and makes it possible to make incredible pizza at home. My favorite grilled pizza combo is the Hawaii Blend (pineapple&ham), but feel free to experiment to your stomach's delight. Just keep in mind that grilled pizzas should be light, so don't overload the pizza. And remember, everything is better on a built in grill!" PREP TIME  30 Min COOK TIME  15 Min READY IN  3 Hrs Ingredients: 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast 1 cup warm water 1 pinch white sugar 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup tomato sauce 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes 1 pound of Ham - sliced 1 cup chopped pineapples 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Directions: In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water, and mix in sugar. Proof for ten minutes, or until frothy. Mix in the salt, olive oil, and flour until dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth, about 8 minutes. Place dough in a well oiled bowl, and cover with a damp cloth. Set aside to rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch down, and knead in garlic and basil. Set aside to rise for 1 more hour, or until doubled again. Preheat grill for high heat. Heat olive oil with garlic for 30 seconds in the microwave. Set aside. Punch down dough, and divide in half. Form each half into an oblong shape 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick. Brush grill grate with garlic flavored olive oil. Carefully place one piece of dough on hot grill. The dough will begin to puff almost immediately. When the bottom crust has lightly browned, turn the dough over using two spatulas. Working quickly, brush oil over crust, and then brush with 2 tablespoons tomato sauce. Arrange pineapple&ham over crust. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Close the lid, and cook until the cheese melts. Remove from grill, and set aside to cool for a few minutes while you prepare the second pizza. ...read more

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HTTP://WWW.ONLEYMAKEBELIEVE.COM/ Onley Make Believe represents an exclusive and unique collection of custom-handcrafted decorative throw pillows, placemats, and tablerunners for residential and office environments. Each design is handmade and is available exclusively through made-to-order. ...read more