Bruce Littlefield's Life 101

Bruce in NY Pets Magazine

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Westminster and I are thrilled to be the cover boys for NY Pets Magazine. The story, FINDING WESTMINSTER: Discovering another place in my heart, is one in which all dog friends might identify and perhaps one you don’t often hear discussed. It begins: My furry best friend died on a Saturday morning in bed at our country house. My beloved Jasper’s final hours and heartbreaking aftermath will never be forgotten, but what I gained from the experience will always be remembered…. Grab your copy at your pet store or read more (and see the fun pictures!) at NY Pets Magazine.

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How to Be a Perfect Host

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Had the pleasure of joining Maureen Anderson on her radio show Doing What Works. Since it’s summer and I love a good party, she wanted to know my thoughts on how to be a good host. From our conversation, she’s culled a few ideas for Huffington Post. Naturally, it all starts with a bar. “Bruce says the first thing his guests see when they show up is a bar. If they want to mix a drink, they help themselves. If their favorite thirst quencher is Dr. Pepper, they’ll find plenty on hand. “People naturally congregate around a bar,” Bruce says. The ice has been broken.” For all the ideas, click here.

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Better Show – Garage Sale Tips

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Today’s fun on the Better Show included my tips on how to host a money making garage sale AND how to find TREASURE at one. I love being on with Emmy nominees JD Roberto and Rebecca Budig. To me, they are what hosts should be: interested, cheerful and FUN. Question is: What did I find at a garage sale for Rebecca that almost made her cry? (And no it’s not the half used tube of Preparation H someone was selling last year!) WATCH HERE!

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Gardening — Secret to Happy Living

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Audrey Hepburn once said, “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” I couldn’t agree more. One of the things that got me through the hard winter was knowing the tulips I’d planted were working below ground to spring forth. One of my secrets to creating a fabulously happy life is to put my hands in the soil as often as possible. I’ll admit I’ve got an addiction. To me, tending to plants (even one!) is life reinforcing and proof that miracles do happen. #Life101 tip: Do yourself and your family a favor, make a spot for gardening. It’ll bring you joy, teach you patience, give you hope, and your life will grow along with it.

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Aunt Jean – Not to be Outdone!

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Here comes Peter Cottontail… and Aunt Jean’s caught him. Join Aunt Jean (and her two unsuspecting foils) as she raids a henhouse, fights the crowds at Wal-Mart, dyes her eggs with shaving cream, and flirts with Mr. Electricity. Yep, she’s hopped up with ideas that might make you crack up in Aunt Jean’s Eggstra Special Easter. Watch here.
DISCLAIMER: No chickens or contractors were harmed in the making of her special.

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Happy Easter EGGstravaganza

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

It’s Easter and it’s time to think outside the basket! I had a great time with the gorgeous Rebecca Budig on The Better Show finding clever ways to hop into Easter. Watch here. We show you some unusual ways to decorate eggs (including my shaving cream dye), fun ways to create theme baskets, and gorgeous centerpieces like my Peep de Resistance! By the way, why did the Easter Egg hide? … He was a little chicken! Wishing you a HOPPY Easter!

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Spring – Home Sweet Home

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

I love Robin Williams quote, “Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s Party!'” And there’s nothing like a little spring crafting on The Better Show with host JD Roberto and co-host Sandra Lee. I dropped by with some fun tips on how to become friends with your home this spring. Watch the segment and see how Sandra Lee takes crafting to new heights. And you’ll definitely want to know my secrets to paint, lighting, handiwork, organization and dreaming big. And find out the absolute thing every home MUST have to make home sweet home.

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My new column – Country Manners

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

NPR may call me the “modern day Erma Bombeck,” but Erma never wrote about, um, well, THIS. I’m thrilled to announce my partnership with Green Door Magazine for a new column about us city people trying to fixer-upper in the country. Sort of City Mouse, Country House. I think you’ll enjoy the laugh… and I know you’ll enjoy Green Door Magazine, which espouses the benefits of country living in a socially conscious society, and profiles artists, residences, food, wine, farms, events and the evolution of transplanted city-dwellers. This month Natalie Merchant is on the cover. Check us out!

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Better Show – St. Patrick’s FUN

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! How many leaves does a Shamrock have? What’s a sursy? Why did I pull out a gun? Will we eat Green Eggs & Ham? Who will dress like a leprechaun? Join me for the answer to these questions and a whole lot of FUNtastic ideas with hosts JD Roberto and Rebecca Budig on the Better Show. Watch here. Wishing you all the luck of the Irish and a giant pot of gold at the end of every rainbow.

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Better Show – St. Pat’s Surprises

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Bruce Littlefield

Catch me on The Better Show St. Patrick’s Day with hosts JD Roberto and Rebecca Budig. (Watch here... or check local listings, on Hallmark Channel in NYC) We’ll be talking all things FUN for St. Patrick’s Day… and you’ll never guess WHO will wear the fabulous crocheted bowler and beard my friend Rose Wisneski (at left) helped me make. Check out all of Rose’s fabulous creations on her Etsy page: Sublime Rose Crochet. She’s super talented and crafty.

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