DIY storage units: With so many off-the-shelf storage options available today, there’s no need to spend the money on custom shelving. Group units together in creative ways – even as a bed platform – is a great way to get tons of storage that looks great. Go down under: Especially if you’ve laid […]
10 Ways to Use Castile Soap
All-Purpose Cleaning Spray You’ll Need: 1.1/4 c. castile soap 2. Warm Water 3. Essential Oils (This is optional, but I like Tea Tree, Lemon, or a Thieves blend from Young Living) Mix 1/4 c. of castile soap to a quart of warm water, pour into a spray bottle. Make sure the mixture is […]
Easy DIY Fabric Softener
Tired of the harsh, unnatural chemicals in your fabric softener? Ditch the expensive store bought fabric softener, and learn to make some yourself! Here are four ways to DIY your fabic softener with common household ingredients (#3 is seriously my favorite. I swear by it!) Ideas from The Things We’ll Make. Option #1 (With Vinegar) […]
4 Easy Steps to Organize a Closet
Before you even start to organize your closet, you need to declutter. That means getting rid of all the clothes you don’t like, don’t wear, or any that don’t fit. If needed, give yourself a few weeks to do this, keeping careful track of what you do and don’t wear. Take all the unused […]
4 Stainless Steel Cleaning Hacks
Put vinegar in a spray bottle and spray the surface of the stainless steel. Wipe it dry once you’ve finished spraying. Now, put some olive oil on a cloth and rub it into the stainless steel, following the grain. Buff the fridge once you’re done and you’re finished! Use some cream of tartar […]
How to Completely Spring Clean (In Just 1 Day!)
Before you start cleaning, you need to declutter. Follow the three basket rule: keep, donate, discard. Every item you have should go into one of those piles. If you can, don’t just throw things away. Try to recycle them or repurpose them so you aren’t hurting the environment! The next thing you want to do […]
28 Ways to Organize the Small Stuff
I hate it when I get all of my cords and wires mixed up. A great way to keep them organized and not tangled is to use PVC pipe or toilet paper tubes to store them! Take an old carabiner and hang your hair ties on it! This will keep all your ties together so […]
12 Ways to Recycle Old School Supplies
Take all of those old and broken crayons and turn them into some fantastic art for your home! All you have to do is melt them down (carefully) and let the dripping wax do the rest! To recycle your binders, this is a great idea. TerraCycle and Staples have partnered to provide in-store binder recycling. […]
10 Brilliant Ways to Use Ziploc Bags Around Your Home
If your showerhead is dirty and needs to be cleaned, try this. Put some vinegar in a bag and wrap it around the showerhead. Let it soak for a few hours and, when you remove it, all the gunk and grime should be gone! One thing I hate about board games is that my family always […]
15 Genius Ways to Reuse Aluminum Cans
Put together a bunch of aluminum cans to make a unique and customized office desk organizer. You can have one for pencils, pens, scissors, etc. Plus, you can make it look however you want! Grow small plants and herbs in tin cans for an easy indoor herb or flower garden! Just make sure they have […]