Does anyone else have an obsession with mason jars? I don’t know what it is about them…but they are just so freakin’ adorable. I suppose I imagine myself with a different life when I hold one. I’m sitting on a porch, drinking sweet tea, and sitting in a rocking chair. #livingthedream
Okay, enough day dreaming. Let’s just agree that mason jars are the bomb, and there are so many ways to incorporate them into your home.
Like perhaps for some unique bathroom storage…
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Hello friends! Today’s post is for all of you who have kids, particularly girls. My sweet girls both have long-ish hair that gets tangled when we wash it during bath time and would cringe as we brushed their hair after bath. And don’t even get me started on the crazy bed head they wake up with–talk about knots. So, we started using detangler. But I quickly became sick and tired of buying expensive
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51 Insanely Easy Ways To Transform Your Everyday Things
Love the idea of DIY but hate the actual effort it requires? Here are some creative ways to reuse the stuff you already own.
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Whether you’ve got five minutes or an entire afternoon, you can finally get your life in order this year. Amazing ideas...
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Love Mac lipstick? Do you love crafts? You’ve come to the right blog. Quick Disclaimer – this fun lipstick craft will have you pouting in pretty colors in no time. It’s not the equivalent of MAC, but it sure is fun to make something yourself and enjoy being able to show it off!
The colors of Mac lipstick are some of my favorites, and you will not believe what I just learned…
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Whether it's a birthday or an anniversary, there always seems to be a gift-giving occasion around the corner. This time around, don't settle for store-bought gifts when you can give your loved ones these one-of-a-kind DIY presents. Making your presents yourself really reflects how special the receiver is to you because of the time, effort, and love spent on these gifts. Read on to see over 100 different types of DIY presents for every person in your life!
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Doing wood stain art is soooo addicting for me. I wouldn’t call it ‘instant’ gratification, but the transformation happens over the course of a couple hours… and it’s so fun to watch it unfold!
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We get a lot of questions from people new to chalk paint who want to know if it truly is a no-prep paint. And the answer is yes and no. Chalk paint adheres to furniture beautifully without the use of primer and (usually) no sanding. A quick cleaning is typically all you need. With that being said, there’s very rarely a piece of furniture that goes through our shop that doesn’t need some type of prep work before paint. Because when you’re working with used furniture, it’s typically been loved on for quite a few years.
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Wow, what a fun week it’s been over here with our fun “Summer In Jars” series!! I do have to talk a little bit about bugs, though. Sorry about that, but…
My homemade, chemical free DIY Natural Bug Repellent works so well so I had to wrap up this week with these DIY Bug Repellent Summer Mason Jar Luminaries.
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I am ALL about creating quick and inexpensive table decor using items you most likely already have. This Easy Patriotic Table Decor is very simple to put together and looks festive and stylish! Perfect for Memorial Day, 4th of July or even Labor Day! I have lots and lots of Red, White and Blue creative ideas.
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When was the last time you washed your bed pillows? If it has been more than 6 months, your pillows are overdue for a washing. Since most people sweat while sleeping, their pillows and pillow cases can turn yellow just like under shirts. In order to get your bed pillows back to white, try the following solutions:
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There are so many wonderful things about the holidays. I enjoy spending time with family, baking Christmas goodies and just savouring the magic of the season. This year I imagine will be even more hectic than the last few Christmas seasons. I’m back in my hometown close to friends and family and am expecting my days to be full as I connect with loved ones I haven’t seen in years. It’s all good, but there is an element of stress with the frenzy. For starters, I need to keep on top of housework in case unexpected guests pop over for a quick visit. I just know that will happen and do not want them to get the wrong first impression and think we are a family of slobs!
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Clean your Washer? Sounds kind of unnecessary doesn’t it? Yes, it SOUNDS that way…but when you think about all the dirt and grime that cycles through your washer on a day-to-day basis…it actually makes perfect sense! Washers need washing too!
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Repurposing or recycling wooden pallets into indoors or outdoors furniture has become very popular with people across the globe. It’s not just because you’re going to do a fun project but because you can craft a highly functional sofa, coffee table or other things for your garden, in no time. And you’ll also be proud for not spending too much as they are perfect projects for small budgets.
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i’m about to get hippie on you all. plugin air fresheners (and tons of other stuff) have something called VOC in them. VOC stands for “volatile organic compounds” and they are highly toxic. they are chemicals with a low boiling point.
VOC cause all sorts of problems in your body: infertility (some of you may like that!), headaches, nervous system disorders, memory loss and cancer for both your pet and you…. lots of things.
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If you ever got problems with spiders, this is a Natural Remedy to keep spiders out of your home for good. Easy to make and very usefull
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t’s been quite awhile since I’ve posted ANYTHING about laundry! I’m going through withdrawals! :-) I’m one of those strange people who likes laundry. And one of the things I like MOST about it…is the sense of accomplishment when something dirty comes out CLEAN. I guess I also like the “challenge” aspect of it as well. Turning dirty, dingy, grimy and stained into white, bright, fresh and clean. Yep, I find that very appealing. :-)
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Hydrogen peroxide: H202. Odds are, you already have it in your house. If not, you can pick it up at any grocery store or drug store for just a couple of dollars. In fact, it’s one of the lowest-cost, handiest household supplies there is. And you would be surprised at just how many ways you can use it for cleaning, hygiene, healing, style, and more. I’m going to share a ton of amazing hydrogen peroxide uses with you, but first, I want to introduce you to this incredible chemical compound and its properties!
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In my daycare, the hooligans and I love to make homemade yard ornaments using found or recycled materials.
We’ve made dozens of simple wind chimes and whirligigs over the years and I think this project is one of my favourites yet!
For environmental reasons, I'm not a big fan of bottled water—but we recently hosted a backyard BBQ and while cleaning up, I collected about a dozen empty water bottles. Instead of tossing them in the trash, I decided we would use them to create colourful water bottle wind spirals to hang in our outdoor play space.
I’m just thrilled with the way they turned out! I love the way they bounce and bob in the wind. The sunlight shining through the bands of colour looks so lovely.
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With the new year right around the corner,
I am determined to get my home organized
this coming year.
My pantry, especially, took a hit with all of the
baking and cooking throughout the holidays.
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