We planted our seed potatoes a couple weeks ago. And then I saw an article on how to plant seed potatoes that used a method quite different than the one I use. After a quick search I discovered that my method isn’t widely shared – which is a shame because it works really well. Here’s the method I use to plant see potatoes that results in a HUGE yield. 1. Using a Hoe, Mound Dirt First ...
10 Beautiful, Inexpensive Essential Oil Diffusers (Under $35)
Essential oil diffusers not only make your house smell great but double as functional decor! I love the ambience a diffuser can bring, but sometimes I don't like the price. So, I rounded up some of the best, inexpensive essential oil diffusers on Amazon. There's something great here for every style. *Prices reflect the date I originally wrote this post and are subject to change any ...
How to Afford Fixing Up Your House
If you want to fix up your house, you can. It might not be quick and it might not be easy, but it CAN be done. You can find inexpensive finishes that look just as good as the expensive ones. And with some time and planning, you can get your house to where you want it to be. I’ve been slowly working on my home for over five years and am only half way through all the projects on my list. I ...
10 Things to Do Sunday to Prepare for the Week
I think we can agree that a chaotic Monday is a horrible way to start the week. As a Mom, you set the tone for everyone. So, a crabby or scatter-brained mom will likely lead to some crabby and unorganized kids... Which leads to an even crabbier mom. (Ask me how I know…) If you’re ready to change your destiny and take control of your weeks, here are ten things you can do every Sunday to ...
7 Vinegar Cleaning Hacks Everyone Should Know
Now-a-days there seems to be a separate cleaner for everything under the sun. And I don’t know about you, but walking through cleaning aisles at the store can be a tad overwhelming. Luckily, there’s one product you can rely on to clean just about everything. As an added benefit it’s super cheap and very effective! (And probably already in your pantry.) That product is white distilled ...
Honest Review of Tic Tac Tiles Subway Tile
At the beginning of the year I created a projects list for the house. On that list was installing peel and stick tiles on the kitchen backsplash. I had seen pictures of others using Tic Tac Tiles and thought they looked pretty good. Since I wasn’t sure what backsplash I wanted as a permanent solution, I thought giving these peel and stick tiles was worth a shot. Here’s how it panned ...