There are mixed reviews about copper countertops so here are some facts about the pros and cons of using copper countertops from TheKitchn.com. In the kitchen, a copper counter top is known as a "living" surface, which means that (like copper cookware) it reacts to acid. Unsealed copper counter tops will oxidize and tarnish over time, giving it a unique patina with hints of red, green, and brown … [Read more...]
Roach Cyborgs
PBS: Gross Science I have mixed feelings on this project, but one day it just might save a life. Roach cyborgs are a creation in neuroscience. By clipping the roach antani and feeding wires through, you can control the direction the roach moves, thus creating your own personal roach cyborg. Scientists hope to use this technology to send these tough insects into places that humans can't go. … [Read more...]
10 DIY Halloween Wreaths
Though I tend to stick with the same one all year round, I love a good holiday wreath! Halloween is a fun time of year because it's a chance for you to show your inner weirdo. Now in our house we never get too scary, but we love a cute little monster or an adorable mummy. Take a look at these 10 Halloween wreaths that will give you inspiration to kick the Halloween season off! I can just see … [Read more...]
How Many Calories Are Burned During Housework?
Studies have shown that housework can be just as physically beneficial, calorie burning, and muscle toning as an hour at the gym. There was another study done that shows that changing your perception about your housework can allow you to get more out of it. The research took a group of eighty-four hotel housekeepers and showed half of them how their activities worked specific muscle groups and … [Read more...]
Fall Clean-up
All summer you've been battling overgrown weeds, dry grass and sprouting hedges but fall is here and it's about time to put your tools of garden wars up for the winter. Here is a short video to help you clean-up properly so your things are ready to go back to work next year. Home Depot To get started, spray your tools down with a hose to remove any leaves, grass or dirt that might have been left … [Read more...]
Recipe: Cherry Tart Crumble
The holidays are fast approaching and you may be looking for a good recipe to bring to the 400 potlucks or family parties you'll be invited to this year. I found this recipe on TheKitchn. Cherry Tart Crumble Serves 6 For the cherries: 1 pound tart cherries, frozen 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger, optional 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of … [Read more...]
How To Help Kids Deal With Halloween Fears
This has been an interesting year for my girls and me. We have just moved to a new part of the country, a part where they actually celebrate Halloween. Up and down our street neighbors have put up scare-tacular decorations, some quite graphic. My little Princess and Pixie are dealing with these decorations in opposite ways. My Princess, surprisingly, runs up and down the street yelling "Look … [Read more...]
10 Halloween Crafts For Kids
Here is a link for 10 fun crafts for kids to do this Halloween from Apartment Therapy. Here are my top 4 picks for the Halloween crafts. Mummy Cards Cut a box into equal pieces (3.5" x 5") and the kids can do everything else by themselves. First, cut a 12" strip off the end of a bandage (bought at the pharmacy) and set aside. Stick the leftover roll of bandage to the card and wrap the … [Read more...]
How To: Make A Hammock
Fall is coming around so I think it's the perfect time to make this easy DIY hammock to take outside with a cup of coffee and a good book. TOOLS Tape measure 600 feet of rope (the kind at the hardware store will do just fine). I recommend using rope that is thick enough to be sturdy but not so thick that your knots will be uncomfortable to lay on. For this hammock, I used a braided cotton … [Read more...]
Simple No Carve Pumpkins
BobVila.com If you're like me, you're not a huge fan of carving pumpkins, but ARE a fan of decorating, what do you do? Well, you find a new creative way to decorate those pumpkins we love so much in the fall. A lot of these are great "fall" decorations as well as Halloween decorations so you can keep these no carve pumpkins up from September- November. Drip Crayon Pumpkins Melt a rainbow … [Read more...]
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