It's only been lately that I've gotten brave enough to approach my sewing machine, but I still avoid it when possible. It's never been my strong point and so I'm always a little nervous when I get excited about a project and it ends up being a big waste of money or a time suck because I didn't have the patience to do things the way you're supposed to. Here are 9 great DIY no-sew projects. I'm … [Read more...]
Creative Wall Hooks
This site is about to show you several hooks and racks that cost between $2.00 and $500.00 but I take a look at these things and don't see what I can buy, but how to do the same thing in my home for less. I love the idea of the dot hooks (shown above) but this can easily be pulled off cheaper versions found at your local hardware store. Just find screw anchors that will fit them and simply screw … [Read more...]
Naturally Dye Eggs
I'm the first one to throw away the plastic bags or take a long hot shower in my tub with a 14" shower head so believe me when I tell you that I would dye eggs this way just because it really looks sweeter than the dyes that come in the boxes. I'm all about saving a buck or two as well so the fact that you can find some of these things in your pantries or gardens is just an added bonus! Check … [Read more...]
Modern Etiquette- Bereavement
I am really digging this series put out by Design Sponge. They have such great advice. We've already republished three of their posts and here is the next installment of Modern Etiquette. Today's lesson: bereavement. *Please note: These ideas are just suggestions and clearly some people will respond differently or want a different response. This discussion, and the comments below, are merely to … [Read more...]
9 Ways To Boost Creativity
Life Hacker has some more tips and tricks for you, this time by helping you boost creativity with these nine helpful tips. Restrict Yourself The research shows an insidious problem that many people have is that they will often take the path of "least mental resistance," building on ideas they already have or trying to use everyresource at hand. The thing is, the research also suggests that … [Read more...]
The Science Behind The Snooze
Snooze Science- Video You would think that hitting the snooze button and getting a few extra minutes of sleep could help you, but believe it or not, it actually does more harm than good. Here is a short video that explains the science behind the fact that hitting the snooze button could actually be making her more tired. Copper Sinks- Houston Acrylic Clawfoot Bathtubs Dual Flush Toilets … [Read more...]
10 Ways To Be Happier
According to Life Hacker, you can instantly become happier if you stop doing these 10 things. Blaming People make mistakes. Employees don't meet your expectations. Vendors don't deliver on time. So you blame them for your problems. But you're also to blame. Maybe you didn't provide enough training. Maybe you didn't build in enough of a buffer. Maybe you asked too much, too soon. Taking … [Read more...]
10 Ways To Deal With Annoying People
If we could we would, but there is just no way to avoid them. Those who types of people who annoy us the most, are always around. So how do you deal with it? Here are some tips from LifeHacker 10. The Grocery Store Jerk It's a small annoyance to be sure, but there's always that one person at the grocery store who just grinds your gears. The guy who steals your parking spot, then takes the … [Read more...]
Trending- Honeycomb
People have been taking their cues from the bees for generations, but they get an A+ lately in architecture. On the rise in popularity right now is the honeycomb pattern. Most like it not only because it feels like they're adding a bit of natural decor into their spaces, but because it's very geometrical and modern it's the best of two very different design preferences. Check out this slide … [Read more...]
DIY Burlap
I made a couple of table runners (simply 1/3 the width of the table and long enough to drape on both sides) for my coffee and kitchen table. I'm super crafty, but when it comes to sewing or pretty much anything to do with fabric I hardly ever measure before hand so I always severely over estimate. Now I have more than two yards (probably close to three) of two different colors of burlap and I'm … [Read more...]
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