Coffee filters make the best place to store snacks! Use them to break up a variety of snacks on a big platter, or use them to individually serve snacks, Isn’t it the worst when you open up your china cabinet to discover that your favorite plate is chipped? Don’t worry about that any […]
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10 Delicious Lemonade Recipes for Summer
Nothing screams summer quite like a cool and refreshing glass of tart lemonade. Whether you like your lemonade the traditional way, or your like to add a hint of something else, these lemonade recipes are perfect for you! All recipes courtesy of Pottery Barn. All recipes start with 1 1/2 cups of lemon juice, 1/4 cup […]
12 Must Try DIYs
Make these DIY pillows exactly how you would like them! Just use some fabric paint! For straight lines like this, use masking tape. When it’s all dry, peel off the tape and viola! If you are in need of more closet space, you can make your own! Just find a cheap ladder and […]
10 DIY Painting Hacks that Will Change Everything
Whether you enjoy painting, or you dread the thought of dipping your brush into a gallon of paint, you’ve likely realized how big of a task it is! Instead of being completely overwhelmed (and having completely sore arms at the end of your project) use these 10 painting hacks to make your life a little […]
16 Simple Hacks to Stay Warm
With this long cold winter there are days where it is just impossible to keep warm! So I found 16 hacks to stay warm that don’t just involve huddling over the heater! Cover Your Windows This isn’t just for privacy, but windows can let in cold even if they are double paned. So add some […]
12 Carpet Cleaning Tips and Tricks Everyone Needs to Know
Cleaning your carpet always seems like such a huge once-a-year chore. Here are 12 tips and tricks that should make cleaning carpets a lot more manageable. eHow has an easy to follow tutorial on how to get those red kool-aid stains from your kid’s favorite drink out quick and easy. Go to their website for the […]
15 Brilliant Kitchen Tricks that Actually Work
Here are 15 tricks for the kitchen that actually work, and some of them might surprise you! 1. Grate Cold Butter I haven’t tried this little trick just yet, but I love the idea! Your stick of butter has to be pretty much frozen for it to work, and you’ll have to hurry to stop it from melting, but […]
5 Tricks to Cleaning Faster
I’ll be honest, cleaning the house is not my favorite. I dread doing house chores, so it’s very important to me that I finish quickly. If you’re like me, you’ll love these tips to help you get the most out of cleaning. These tips will help speed up the process so that you can spend […]
12 Awesome Baking Soda Uses In Your Yard
Baking soda is my go to ingredient. And not just for cooking! Baking soda has a wide variety of uses. It can be used for cleaning, odor control, and a host of other household projects. I didn’t realize this before, but it can also be used extensively in the yard. I’ve gathered some of the […]
Cleaning Tips that will Reduce Dust
Keep your home clean is one thing, keeping it dust-free is quite another. Dust just seems to accumulate so quickly! But there are some great ways to combat the piling particles. I’ve listed some of the most useful ones here. Even adopting a couple of these ideas into your cleaning routine or home design can make […]