We just moved and I have found that the community mail box isn't just for apartment buildings anymore. This makes me sad on so many different levels but most of all I am disappointed that I can't personalize our mail box. I have done so many fun (temporary) things like flower pots with our house numbers. Bob Vila has put together a little slide show to show you some great personalized mail … [Read more...]
Fighting Hunger On The Road
WebMD has some tips to show you how to avoid eating unhealthily when on your long road trips. Road trips to summer vacation destinations can be a fun, economical alternative to flying. But as hours on the open road add up and fast food wrappers stack up, tempers can flare, setting a stressful tone for what should be pleasurable days ahead. “Long car rides can have several negative effects on … [Read more...]
Pet Beds To Envy
I have a dog, but Mr. Sthole and I are a little more old fashioned when it comes to taking care of our animals. We give her any left overs we'd rather not throw away, but won't eat ourselves. She stays outside when it's cool and in her kennel when it's not. She's not allowed up on the furniture unless she's invited and she's never allowed in the beds. I do realize however that some people take … [Read more...]
30 Kids Desks: Back To School
It's back to school time and whether your child has already started school or is still gearing up, this slide show will give you 30 pictures of great study areas and kids desks. That's a lot of pictures! Surely you'll see something in here to inspire you and help you get your creative juices flowing to put together the perfect study space for your little scholar this … [Read more...]
Have You Tried Corn Juice?
Have you tried corn juice? I haven't but some people really enjoy it. Apparently it's a cultural staple in Central America and Peru. In Asia you'll find it mixed with sugar and milk. Though The Kitchn says they've found it doesn't need anything added. You'll often hear people also ask "Have you tried corn ice cream?". While I've never done anything but eat corn with butter, I guess I would … [Read more...]
DIY Kitchen Holder
Need a quick and easy DIY that not only will turn out super awesome, but will also add functionality to your kitchen? If the answer is 'yes', then you're in luck! Here is a simple instructable that will show you how to turn a whisk into a veggie holder. Here's What You Do: Remove the metallic holder in the middle that connects all of the whisk wires. Fold all of the whisk peddles out, … [Read more...]
Awesome Art: Plant Sculptures
Even if you're not a gardener you can't help but be awed by these magnificent plant sculptures. Take a look at these jaw dropping images found on Board Panda. This year over 200 horticultural artists from all around the world present 40 living plant sculptures, created from more than 22 000 different plant species – over 3 million flowers overall! The sculptures will be showcased in 10 … [Read more...]
Once More With Feeling: Welcome Back Macrame
For those of you who don't know Macrame is a trend that hit it's peak in the 70's. As seen in the photo, it could get a tad out of hand (that vest is pretty epic huh?) and eventually fizzled out. It's a pretty simple technique that can be done with a bit of practice. Macrame is making it's way back into current culture, but in a more modest way. As you can see above, macrame is done by tying … [Read more...]
10 Easy-Peasy Coffee Tables To Make Yourself
Mr. Sthole and I had a fantastic coffee table at our last home made out of pallets. Unfortunately it doesn't fit in this new livingroom. I've been scrounging around the internet trying to find a new coffee table to make for our smaller living space and found this great post with 10, count them, TEN DIY coffee tables. You have your choice of industrial, rustic and homey looks, but any of them … [Read more...]
DIY Mason Jar Cups
Picture from http://rebekahgough.blogspot.com/search?q=mason+jar If I have a drink I much prefer to have a straw to drink it out of. It's even better if it has a lid. I may be *muffled noises* years old, but I still have a tendency to spill things if I'm not careful so it's just best for everyone if my drinks are as spill proof as possible. It's also good to adopt this habit if you're going to … [Read more...]
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