Brown rice is a staple in my pantry. I love how versatile it is and I love the extra flavor and texture that brown rice has versus white rice. However, I must admit that I am not a big fan of how long it takes to cook (40 minutes after the rice/water comes to a…
5 DIY Gardening Projects + The Project Stash
Today, it’s 67 and sunny: the perfect day to think gardening projects. However, I have two huge confessions to make. One, I have a black thumb (although I really want it to become green) and two, I have a hard time with timing my planting. You see, here in Ohio, you really shouldn’t plant before…
Spring De-Junk Challenge & Giveaway
Welcome to the 2nd Annual Spring De-Junk Challenge and Giveaway. I must admit that I LOVE a clean and organized home but I am a horrible housekeeper. That’s why I’m focusing on a huge spring de-junk of my home (followed by a wildly successful garage sale – I hope). I know if I have some friends…
Garage Sale Tips & Tricks
“To have a garage sale or not to have a garage sale” that is the question. Well, it’s not THE question but it is definitely one that will cross your mind when you start your spring cleaning and realize how much stuff you no longer use, wear, or need. To help you with this dilemma,…
An EASY DIY Coconut Lime Sugar Scrub Recipe
The last few weeks, I’ve been busy working on my son’s Eagle Scout Court of Honor. Well, to be honest, it’s his Court of Honor along with 2 of his Troop friends…we are having a 3 Eagle celebration. Now, I’ve been running around like a crazy lady and am in desperate need of some pampering….but…
5 Beverage Recipes + The Project Stash
Whether you are celebrating a graduation, a birthday party, Mother’s Day or fellowship with friends, you’ll LOVE our features from last week’s party: 5 Beverage Recipes. This collection consists of 3 non-alcoholic and 2 alcoholic goodies so there’s something for everyone. You’ll be amazed at just how easy it is to treat yourself and friends…
I Cord Bracelet (Easy Knit Bracelet)
Yesterday, I shared with you How to Knit an I Cord. This wonderfully simple technique combined with some stunning leftover sock yarn can create a beautiful, yet easy knit bracelet, that you can make in the time it takes to watch a movie (or less). Just check out the bracelet I made yesterday! I Cord…
How to Knit an I Cord (tutorial)
Today I’m going to share with you how to knit an I cord. Now, if you have no idea what I am talking about, an I cord is basically a knitted tube. It is used to make drawstrings for bags, embellishments, and much more. It’s super easy. All you need to know how to do…
Join the 2nd Annual DeJunk Challenge & Giveaway (Spring Cleaning)
The weather has warmed up and the days are longer which means its, time for spring cleaning! Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m not a big fan of cleaning but I am a fan of a clean home. So, sometimes I need a bit of a kick in the pants. Well, if you’re…
5 Spring Flower Projects
What spring projects are you working on? I just did some planting, believe it or not. I just hope we don’t get another blast of cold that kills all my new plants. In celebration of this amazing weather, we featured 5 Spring Flower Projects from last week’s Project Stash Link party that we know you’ll…