Jun 18

Extension Cord Holder DIY

photo credit runnerduck.com

Make this extension cord holder with the plans from Runner duck and never find yourself trying to untangle one that wasn’t put away properly. This is neat because it has the plug built right into it. One step at a time things are getting organized and I am loving it.

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Jun 18

Outdoor Storage Locker DIY

photo credit familyhandyman.com

Family handyman has a great idea to help with overcrowded garages and sheds. Build this little storage locker for the lawn mower, rakes, shovels and such and free up some of the space in the garage or shed. I love it for all the garden tools, starter trays, hoses and such. Nice to have them …

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Jun 18

Solar Tracker in the Internet Cloud

photo credit  MidnightMaker

Midnight maker has the awesome how to on making your own solar tracker. This thing is so cool. I actually tracks the sun. Very very cool. Check out the instructions and video over on Instructables.

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Jun 18

Harvesting English Lavender & How To Use It

photo credit gardentherapy.ca

Garden therapy tells us how to harvest lavender to use for sachets or various other uses  and to prune the lavender so it will be under control and look neater. Isn’t it just gorgeous hanging on the ladder to dry like that. Beautiful pictures.

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Jun 18

One Pot Wonder Tomato Basil Pasta Recipe

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Mmm guess whats for dinner really soon. I love that this all cooks in one pot, even the dry linguine. It looks so good and I can just imagine the smells filling the house as it cooks. Yumm

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Jun 18

Before & After: A Little Tikes House Gets a Paint Job

photo credit apartmenttherapy.com

I see these Little tyke house at garage and yard sales all the time and they are usually all faded from sitting outside and don’t look so pretty anymore. Apartment therapy has this awesome article on taking one of those older faded houses and repainting it to look better than ever. I love the colors …

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Jun 18

Amish Friendship Bread Starter and Day 2

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Susie qtpies cafe has the recipe and instructions for Amish friendship bread. Below her instructions is an Amish friendship bread link up and there is a recipe for pistachio Amish friendship bread. I have to tell you that if you like pistachio you really need to make this bread. If is the best bread ever …

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Jun 18

How Backpacking Works

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How Stuff Works website shares a lot of insightful tips and suggestions on how to train, what gear to use and how to plan your trip. Backpacking is essential for strengthening your body, mind and outdoor survival skill set. Bugging out on foot is backpacking under extreme circumstances. Personally, it has become a new hobby …

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Jun 18

Amazing Stain Remover Recipe

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This recipe has been tested on white clothing.

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Jun 17

Whipped Shea Butter Hair Moisturizer Recipe

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Sparkle Collective website shares a whipped shea butter hair moisturizer recipe to soften and nourish your hair. It has four ingredients: Coconut Oil Jojoba Oil Raw Shea Butter Essential Oils

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