Like I said before, Halloween is over and Thanksgiving is fast approaching. They don't all this season, The Holiday Season for nothin'. Halloween leads into Thanksgiving that leads into Christmas that leads into New Years. I'm not telling you anything you don't know, so let's get on with it 'eh? Thanksgiving dinner is probably one of the most stressful parts of the season. Preparing a dinner … [Read more...]
DIY: Candy Wrapper Crafts
What do you do with all those wrappers from the candy each of your little ones come home with?? Here are several candy wrapper crafts that you can try through-out the next couple of weeks as the candy is eaten and all the wrappers are left lying around. 1. This curtain from Luisa Caldwell is made from thread and old wrappers, and would make an excellent party backdrop. A close-up photo … [Read more...]
Stenciled Floors
Here is a fantastic idea that I wish I could do tomorrow. I find these stenciled floors beautiful and wildly appealing. Unfortunately we're renters so this will have to wait until Mr. Sthole builds me my dream home. Of course I would rather have *this vanity*. This would be fantastic for a mud room, a craft room, or any other area that you wouldn't mind making a bold statement! This project … [Read more...]
DIY- Window Monsters
In our neighborhood we have neighbors really getting into the Halloween spirit. There are several houses that I don't even want to walk up to! With this in mind I decided that I wanted to decorate my house but have it cute and kid friendly instead of scary. I saw a picture of some window monsters on ... some social media network, and I decided to give it a try. I just did this yesterday and as … [Read more...]
DIY Felt Halloween Masks
Whether you're unsure of what you want to be, or you just have to wait to put your costume together until last minute, here are some great Halloween masks that you can put together in no time which can turn any outfit into a full blown costume. There are tutorials for masks for adults and for kids so you can make something for your whole family. Grumpy Cat Supplies: black, brown, white, beige, … [Read more...]
Decorating Your Home For Creative Play
Between style and chaos lies the perfect combination of adult living and child play. Here are some great tips from Houzz.com on how to have a home that inspires creative play in your children. 1. Provide space for spreading out. It's tempting to try to control messes by limiting play space to certain corners of the house. But giving children the freedom and flexibility to spread out and play … [Read more...]
Questions To Ask Before Choosing Hardwood Floors
If I were picking hardwood floors for my home I would figure that the most important question would be which wood I liked the best. Apparently that's not the case. Here are several important questions you have to ask yourself before you pick hardwood floors for you home. Houzz.com 1. Where will the wood be going? Installing hardwood floors on a second story is much different than doing so … [Read more...]
15 Toys To Make From Cardboard
As those of you who have been loyal readers know, Mr. Sthole and I moved not too long ago. If you've ever moved before, you know that after the move, you have more boxes then you know what to do with. Here is a *link* to 15 toys you can make from boxes that are entertaining and budget friendly. And here are some tutorials below to get your started! Cardboard Slide: If you tape the top of the … [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...]
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