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← Older postsCreative Ways to Recycle Cardboxes Boxes
May 23, 2013After a move or the purchase of new appliances, it’s easy to drop your broken-down boxes into a recycling bin or even to take them to the nearest recycling center. When you have kids in the house, though, it’s definitely … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment20 DIY Blogs Show You How to Plant Potatoes in a Bucket
May 21, 2013Planting potatoes in a bucket may sound funny, but it’s actually an efficient way to utilize your space and save yourself some back-breaking labor during harvest season. You need ample space to grow potatoes in a garden, and the soil … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment10 Secrets for Hosting a Drama Free Dinner Party
May 15, 2013For those that love to entertain, few joys hold a candle to the sense of satisfaction that comes with throwing the perfect dinner party. When things go off without a hitch, the guests spend the evening engaged in stimulating conversation … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a commentHow to Keep the Kids Safe While Spring Cleaning
May 15, 2013As the weather begins to warm up and the last of winter’s chill fades away, it’s natural to start thinking about spring cleaning. After all, clearing out old junk leaves room for the new beginnings symbolized by the season. If … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment10 of the Best iPhone Apps for Growing a Green Garden
May 13, 2013Whether you’re a veteran, green-thumbed gardening enthusiast or are getting your hands dirty for the first time, the iPhone is a tool that you may find is surprisingly useful in your quest to cultivate a luscious, thriving oasis of plant … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment28 Blogs with Juicy Melon Recipes to Keep Your Kitchen Cool as the Weather Warms Up
May 8, 2013Melon season starts in late April when California melons start becoming available, and peak season runs from June through August. Melons have many health benefits, and are full of vitamin C, vitamin A, beta carotene, folate and potassium, just to … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment20 Blogs on How to Host a Chili Cook-Off
May 6, 2013If you’re trying to plan your next party, why not host a chili cook-off? Chili cook-offs are a fun twist on a typical potluck party, and a little friendly competition is a great way to get everyone mingling. You can … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a commentHow to Find the Best Copycat Restaurant Recipes
April 30, 2013Chain restaurants have a very good reason for their overwhelming popularity: great food! Unfortunately, a troubling economic climate can make it difficult for large families to justify eating out on a regular basis, regardless of how strong cravings can get. … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment15 Ways to Keep Weeds from Growing in Your Garden
April 28, 2013Cultivating and maintaining a garden, whether ornamental or edible, can be a relaxing and rewarding hobby. Watching plants that you’ve nurtured and carefully chosen begin to thrive in your garden is a joy, but there are some unwelcome guests that … Continue reading
Posted in Housekeeping | Leave a comment24 Blogs with Ways to Use Mod Podge to Create Upcycled Treasures
April 24, 2013Mod Podge is a liquid that can be used to glue, protect and seal projects with various mediums, such as dressing up the top of a wooden cabinet by mod podging old postcards onto it. This works especially well if … Continue reading
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