My favorite thing to do is take a humble piece and turn it into something fantastic and functional (my favorite F words!) So here's a tutorial from Design Sponge that takes a 5-gallon utility bucket and turns it into a storage foot stool. Here's what you'll need" Materials yardage for fabric chalk scissors spray Glue stapler 5-gallon utility bucket ruler turkey carver sewing … [Read more...]
Throwing A Low Stress Toddler Party
It's birthday season in this house and so I started doing some research on toddler birthdays. I can't believe my little Pixie is turning 4! Anyway here are some great tips I came across as I was scrolling through my search engine. Five great tips from Apartment Therapy for throwing a low stress toddler party. 1. Stash the best stuff. Before the party starts, put away anything that is precious … [Read more...]
Trending: Rabbits
A few weeks ago we spotted a trend that was giving the owl a run for it's money, but this week we've found something else that just may win the new trend race. Rabbits are showing up on several accents and is sprinting for that finish line. Pillows, lamps, bags, candle sticks, coffee mugs, tattoos, cell phone covers, ties and even cute little bunny rings, these little furry friends are springing … [Read more...]
Keeping Kitchen Counters Clear
The kitchen is one of the most used areas in the home. Because of this it's an area that needs to be kept organized for optimal efficiency, on the flip side, it's also the area that's fastest to get cluttered and out of control. So how do you keep this from happening?? Here are some tips put out by theKitchen. 1. Limit mail on the counter. This means reducing junk mail, dealing with unwanted … [Read more...]
DIY No-sew Projects
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...]
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