Since I’m intolerant to peanuts and gluten-free, sometimes it can be difficult to find delicious granola bars that don’t cost too much. I like to make these, wrap them in parchment paper to store in my freezer, then grab them to go. They are an especially satisfying pregnancy treat these days, as I am 28…
Category: DIY
Rescuing a Lady’s Parlor Chair
Since becoming an aspiring minimalist, I have been much more selective in my lifelong curbside-treasure hunting. Much to my hubby’s relief, my collecting habit has been broken for the most part due to my desire for a less cluttered home… But my rescuing heart is not so cold as to leave a gem like this…
DIY nontoxic Goo Gone!
All this staying at home had me re-arranging my furniture pretty quickly. With laminate floors, my carpet would slip around or curl up on the edges, so I had stuck it down with some heavy duty carpet tape. It really is good stuff…it just leaves some pretty tacky residue if you want to move your…
Boot Upcycle Mother’s Day Gift (to Myself. hah!)
I’ve been doing crafts with things “normal” people would throw away for ever since I can remember. Little coffee straws would become Barbie toilet paper rolls (plus tissue strips), our military family’s moving boxes would become multilevel doll houses, and “Aim” toothpaste tubes would morph into bracelets with my nickname on them. That’s why it’s…
DIY Granite/ Multi-Surface Cleaner Recipe
When we moved to a home with granite countertops, I didn’t want to spend a lot of money on a cleaner for them. I also wanted one cleaner that would work for many surfaces that I could just grab and feel confident it was safe enough for the kids to use, smelled good, and really…
No-Cook Calming Play-Dough (Gluten free Option)
If you happen to have glycerine, btw, not necessary but adding a few drops will help this be extra stretchy, smooth, and last a bit longer.
My First Whole Room Interior Design Challenge
A couple gallons of oops paint, check. Small budget, check. Even smaller room, fully cluttered, check.Muscles for furniture moving, check.Donate bin, check.Let’s do this! My goal was to create a minimalistic look but with maximum fun, a functional and fan-worthy design for a tough 7 year old critic. (Tim Gunn isn’t even as particular as…
DIY Recipe for Neil Medi/ Neti Pot Rinse
If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I like to save money! (If you’re new here, welcome!) I hope to save you lots in the time we’re acquainted…more money-saving DIYs planned for the future, so stick around! Perhaps you ended up with a sinus infection and in your desperation to shake it,…
DIY Rust Removal without Harmful Chemicals!
I am SO glad my mom showed me how to remove rust this way. I use this method several times a year, and I never need to go out to buy any supplies because they’re right in my KITCHEN so I know they’re safe around kids! All you need are two common household ingredients…watch how…
I did WHAT to Save Money?
Well, I’m half-way into my No-Credit November Challenge, and I must admit I’ve made a few risky fashion decisions lately…Not risky to my finances, but they were financial decisions. I’m determined not to spend money! But what should I do when I CANNOT STAND any more bad hair days as my pixie haircut grows out??…
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