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From improving garden soil using recycled kitchen waste to preventing animals from getting into your garden, here’s a list of 20 clever tips and tricks to make gardening easier and more fun. Great for anyone who has green fingers and even better for those who don’t! 1. Grow Seedlings in a Lemon Peel Instead of…
Did you know that popping the wrong things in the microwave could make you sick, expose you to harmful chemicals, or even can start a fire? Here are 10 things you should never, ever microwave! Broccoli Broccoli loses up to 97% of its beneficial nutrients when cooked in a microwave with water. Frozen Fruit Defrosting…
Burlap is an affordable, readily-available crafting material that can be used to make a lot of unique and interesting things for your home. For example you can use burlap to create wreaths, lampshades, curtains, and even elegant planters for your indoor plants. Here is a roundup of some of our favorite burlap projects that are…
Finding room for all your pots and pans can be a challenge. Even if you have plenty of space, it doesn’t always translate to easy accessibility. In this post, we will give you 12 easy ideas for storing your pots and pans for easy access anytime. 1. Hang pot and pan lids on the cabinet…
Does your pantry look more like a pile of food items than an organized system? Would you like to clean it up and be able to take advantage of every nook and cranny? Having everything in its proper place makes prepping and cooking easier and more fun. In today’s post we’ve collected 15 smart organization…
You don’t have to use harsh chemicals to keep your house clean and germ-free. There are plenty of everyday foods that you can use to clean your house naturally and easily! Here are 11 common foods that do double-duty as cleaning products: 1. Banana Peels via Most Epic Stuff Instead of using chemical silver polish,…
Have some wooden crates laying around and wondering what you can do with them? There are so many possibilities! You can turn crates into furniture, such as bookcases, tables and benches, or storage solutions, like toy boxes and stools. See some of our favorite DIY wood crate projects below and get inspired! 1. Rustic Bedside…
The cable spools are industrial items that, like pallets, can be easily upcycled and repurposed. They can be used to make many different things for the homestead such as coffee tables, garden planters, or as a headboard. Check out these amazing wooden cable spool ideas and get inspired for your own projects! 1. Kid’s See-Saw…
Gardening is one of the healthiest outdoor activities. It offers plenty of fresh air, sunshine and moderate exercise. Having the right tools make the gardening so much easier and your garden will flourish. Here are top 10 gardening tools that every gardener—beginner or advanced—should own! Essential Hand Tools: Hori-Hori The hori hori is a Japanese…
Gardening has many physical and mental benefits that you may not be aware of. It is enjoyable and provides a source of low-stress exercise and relaxation. Whether your garden is a small balcony planter, a backyard vegetable garden or a plot in a community garden, gardening is a very healthy hobby for people of any…