3rd Revolution Inspires DIY Creativity

May 29, 2013 Leave a Comment
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This post brought to you by 3rd Revolution. Seeing projects that other people have worked on and completed is very inspiring. I've been checking out submitted projects on the 3rd Revolution site, and have even submitted a few of my own. I was nervous about submitting my projects on 3rd Revolution, at first, because I thought that everyone else's would be so much nicer than mine. Turns out that my concerns were misplaced. It is actually really great to see projects of all kinds on the … [Read more...]

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Eco-Friendly DIY Crafts & Cleaning Solutions Round-Up

April 18, 2013
upcycled vase

Instead of adding more stuff to your home, spring clean your place with eco-friendly ingredients you already have, and put together eco-friendly DIY crafts instead of purchasing store-bought presents. I've put together this list of resources to help you have a great eco-friendly spring. With all the rain (and snow) that many people are experiencing in their areas, people are staying inside - get crafting with with these projects. … [Read more...]

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5 Essential Manly Man Handy Man Tasks

April 9, 2013

Even a single woman like myself needs to learn how to do certain things around the home, since I'll have to do so on my own. My best mal friend could come over to help, though - since he knows how to do these "manly" things. He is definitely a very hands-on handy person. My brother, on the other hand, is really not a very handy person. He's the kind of man that prefers reading books on how to be more like James Bond when he is sitting at home.  … [Read more...]

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Easy Spring and Easter Crafts for Kids

March 1, 2013
bird house DIY spring

It's March, finally! Things are starting to look up weather-wise. Yes, there is still tons of rain in our future, but at least I know it's going toward a good cause—green grass and pretty flowers. There are some exciting holidays coming up, like St. Patrick's Day and Easter—plus, Spring coming up is reason enough to celebrate! As a kid, I always looked forward to March Break to get to do some craft projects with my mom in our basement art studio. It was so great to have the space in our … [Read more...]

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How to Make Your Own Lavender Linen Spray

February 25, 2013
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I've been using the scent of lavender to help me get to sleep at night for years. Usually, I put a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil on my pillow, but with certain linens, the oil can stain. Plus, the scent is really concentrated in one location. I've seen linen sprays in stores before, but the bottles tend to be quite expensive—considering it is mostly water-based. I've seen bottles of lavender linen spray, in particular for $20 or more! Kind of crazy, right? Well, I got to thinking—how … [Read more...]

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Step-By-Step Home Design & Decorating

February 1, 2013
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It was probably a month ago that many of you (like me) put together a list of goals or resolutions for how you'd like the new year to go. Amongst the healthy-eating and other similar things I saw on lists, I also saw goals related to starting new projects, going on more adventures and trying new work-out routines. Some people like to take classes or join groups to start on these new goals, but not me. A lifelong avid reader, I prefer to learn things and research my new hobbies myself. DK … [Read more...]

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Update your Kitchen with Simple Cosmetic Refreshes {Guest Post}

January 30, 2013
update your kitchen

So, you just bought a new home, and the possibilities are endless.  You can’t wait to put your own stamp and style on the place.  With such a huge to-do list, it is easy to get overwhelmed, and then there are the budgetary constraints pulling you quickly back to Earth. Start in the Heart of the Home The kitchen can be a great place to start because everyone spends so much time in there, and the more pleasant the space, the more you’ll want to cook at home.  This will save money in … [Read more...]

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Fun Gift Wrapping Products from DondaLee’s

December 18, 2012

When it comes to gift wrapping for any occasion, I prefer to keep things simple, so the gift recipient doesn't have too much to throw out/recycle. I typically wrap things with kraft paper and twine or ribbon. As such, I'm always on the look out for fun wrapping materials. I came across these fun goodies from Etsy shop DondaLee's. What do you use to wrap your gifts? Do you use gift bags, or a box?   … [Read more...]

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DIY Gift Tag Round-Up

November 29, 2012
gift tags

I know what I'll be doing this weekend—a bit of crafting to celebrate the start of December! Before things get too crazy, I think it's important to have a bit of fun by creating some DIY gift tags and maybe even some holiday cards. Do you usually make your own or do you purchase gift tags? … [Read more...]

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Halloween Decorating and Party Ideas

October 20, 2012
Halloween Decorating

Halloween is just around the corner, which makes me sad because winter will soon follow. . .but before that happens, why not celebrate fall for a bit longer with a Halloween party?! I'd love to throw a Game of Thrones or Hunger Games party but instead may opt for a more simplistic one, with treats and decorations like the ones below. … [Read more...]

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