Paper Dahlia Wreath

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I thought this Dahlia wreath was beautiful, and would be fun in such a variety of colors.  I made this one in particular for my Mom's house.  It really just pops on their front door, I love it!!  Their house is a nice light blue, so I added... Read this post

DIY Patio Furniture (Sofa AND Love Seat) using Pallets and Just $45 in Wood!!

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Well I finally did it!! I have been wanting patio furniture, comfy-solid-indestructible-to-kids-furniture, on my back porch for a while now and just couldn't find any that fit that criteria.... that also fit in my budget. I mean, I am a Discount... Read this post

Travel Size, Water Resistant Match Box

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A quick and easy solution to keeping your matches water resistant, as well as pocket sized while you are camping or backpacking.  Simply use a small plastic container with a lid, like a tic tac box, and glue a small piece of sandpaper to one side.... Read this post

DIY Water Balloon Pump

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What a great idea!!  My kids love having water balloon wars, but it can be such a process when Mom has to fill them all up with the hose, as well as tie them all off.  With this little trick, kids can do the fill and Mom can do the tying. All... Read this post

DIY All-Purpose Cleaner

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I am always looking for more cost effective ways to keep my house clean and cleaners with vinegar in them seem to be all the rage these days.  Here is a simple cleaner you can whip up in minutes, with things you most likely already have in your home. Note:... Read this post

DIY Dusting Spray

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Another great money saver is making your own Dusting spray.  I found this recipe for it here, and it seems to be working great, and for a fraction of the cost of a bottle of Pledge! INGREDIENTS: 2 tsp. Olive oil 1 tsp. Lemon juice 1/4 cup White vinegar 1... Read this post

Spoon Mirror

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There are actually kits to make these at Joann's.  The board with the mirror is $20, and you still have to buy the spoons, paint, etc.  I bought my mirror and board separately at Joann's for about 1/4 of the price, and still ended up making it... Read this post

Camping Tip #1 : DIY Lantern

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We love to go camping, but sadly only seem to go a handful of times a year.  I do love anything that can make camping that much easier though.  My husband came across this list of camping hacks, and I decided to give a few a try, pre-camping, in... Read this post

DIY iPad Stand

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I hardly ever use an actual cookbook anymore.  Ever since pinterest I don't find a need for them anymore. I was needing something to keep my iPad upright and off the counter so I could view it better when following a recipe.I hit the thrift store for... Read this post

Sparkler Safety Cup

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The Fourth of July is just around the corner, which means, BBQ's, red, white and blue, and of course fireworks!!  My son has always liked how sparklers look when they are going, but has also always been scared to hold them.  He doesn't like getting... Read this post
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