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How to Repel Mosquitoes Naturally

May 30, 2019 By adrienne

mosquito repellent

How to repel mosquitoes naturally I’ve been enjoying working in my garden in evenings now that the days are getting longer. It’s nice that I can spend a few hours after dinner doing some weeding, watering or mowing the lawn. Unfortunately it’s also that time of the year that the mosquitoes are out and trying […]

Filed Under: Beauty Recipes, Home Tips, Outdoor, Uncategorized

How to Make Hummingbird Nectar- DIY don’t buy!

May 29, 2019 By adrienne

Hummingbird Food

How to Make Hummingbird Nectar We have a group of little hummingbirds that live in our front yard. My husband hung a hummingbird feeder from the Japanese maple tree in our front yard and those cute little birdies flock to it all day long. I love to hear the buzz of the little hummingbirds as […]

Filed Under: DIY, Gardening, Gardening Tips, Uncategorized

Mulching Plants: How to use Mulch in the Garden

May 28, 2019 By adrienne

gardening with mulch

Mulching Plants My gardening game is going strong this year. After many years of trial and error when it comes to landscaping and veggie planting I am finally making serious progress on my lawn and garden. All work that we have done over the past couple years has held up and the shrubs and flowers […]

Filed Under: Gardening Tips, Uncategorized

The Best Homemade Grout Cleaner

May 27, 2019 By adrienne

best homemade grout cleaner

Homemade Grout Cleaner DIY recipe We’ve all got dirty grout somewhere in our homes. Whether it’s in the kitchen, bathroom or some other random room in the house, grout can be a big pain in the booty to clean. Several years ago I tiled over the laminate counters in my kitchen with ceramic tile. It […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Home, Uncategorized

How to Prune a Lilac Tree

May 24, 2019 By adrienne

close up of purple lilac flowers

How to Prune a Lilac Tree Who can resist the sweet scent of a lilac tree? On our farm we have many lilac trees growing all over the property. Every May they produce lovely fragrant blooms in shades of white, purple and pink. Come June, the pretty flowers have all turned brown and are ready […]

Filed Under: Gardening, Gardening Tips, Uncategorized

How to Make Paper Plate Awards

May 23, 2019 By adrienne

paper plate awards for creative artist and most improved reader

Learn how to make paper plate awards. These superlative awards are fun to give out to your students, co-workers or members of any club. The materials are cheap and easy to come by, you just need paper plates and construction paper! Read on to learn how to make these easy paper plate awards. Paper Plate […]

Filed Under: DIY, Kids

20 Best Sister Maid of Honor Gifts

May 22, 2019 By adrienne

20 best maid of honor sister gifts

What are the best sister maid of honor gifts? Wedding planning can be fun, yet stressful. Take some of the pressure off with these easy and unique bridesmaid gift ideas. They are perfect for your bridesmaid or maid of honor. The best sister maid of honor gifts are always personal, thought-out and from the heart. Whether […]

Filed Under: Gift Wrapping and Cards, Jewelry

How to Host an American Themed Party

May 21, 2019 By adrienne

american themed party decorations

Want to plan an American themed party? There are lots of reasons to get patriotic and throw a USA themed bash. Memorial Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day are all great times to break out the red white and blue party decorations. If you’re American or just want to celebrate like one, here are […]

Filed Under: Decor DIY, Holiday Crafts, Uncategorized

20 Genius Alternative Uses for Dawn Dish Soap in your Home and Garden

May 20, 2019 By adrienne

home hacks for dawn dish soap graphic

What makes Dawn Dish Soap so great? Dawn is a degreasing soap. The reason it works so well for cleaning dishes is because it cuts through the grease and leaves your pots and pans sparkling clean. The surfactants in Dawn are bio degradable so it is generally safe for the environment. Dawn dish soap has […]

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Mango Orange Spicy Margarita Recipe

May 17, 2019 By adrienne

mango orange spicy margarita

Mango Orange Spicy Margarita Recipe Summertime is the perfect time to invite friends and family over for a get-together. With the 4th of July coming up why not host a little fiesta for your loved ones and enjoy some drinks?  I’ve been brewing up lots of tasty cocktails this spring and summer and today’s recipe […]

Filed Under: drinks, Food & Drink

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I'm Adrienne, I'm a jewelry artist and blogger. I live on a farm in Washington with my husband and daughter. I help people on a budget create diy and craft projects by teaching them new skills. I believe it is creativity- not money that makes a house a happy home. Click on my photo to learn more. Thanks for stopping by

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