If you live in a small apartment in the heart of the city, or super close to some noisy neighbours, you might want to consider investing in some of the best soundproof curtains to drastically reduce all that outside noise. In fact, in some cases, the best noise cancelling curtains can eliminate the background noise completely. There are quite a few different brands making soundproof drapes and curtains, so if you want to buy soundproof curtains, it’s worth doing your research before Continue Reading...
7 Brilliant Hacks For People Who Hate Stains
It’s happened to all of us. That delicious glass of red wine or chocolate cake you were about to devour suddenly ends up on your shirt, or worse, the floor. Whether from dinner or accidents from the kids, stains happen. However, they don’t have to mean the end of the world. The key is to know how to tackle these stains and eliminate them as soon as possible. That’s why I am going to share these stain removal tips for 7 of the most common stains. Red Wine Stains. Knowing how to remove red Continue Reading...
15 Essential Oil Blends That’ll Make Your Home Smell like Summer
The sun is shining, fresh air blowing in the window and you can smell the floral scents from the garden. Well, maybe it isn't - but I have some refreshing essential oil diffusing blends that will make your house smell like summer, any time of year. How To Create Blends I get asked a lot how do you come up with essential oil blends. The best way I find is to take your oils that you are considering blending and open each bottle up and put them close together, and then sniff in the aroma. It Continue Reading...
6 Simple Ways to Save on Renovation Costs
When we first moved into our small house, we were forced to commit to some basic renovations to get the place up to a 'liveable with kids' standard. This occurred when we had very little money after traveling overseas, so we had to renovate on the cheap. We learnt quite a bit about how to save money on renovations during that process, and even though we aren't big DIYer's, we still achieved a lot on our own. 6 Ways to Save Money on Renovations We spent under $3000 to create a comfortable Continue Reading...
8 of the Best Homemade Weed Killers
Commercial weed killers can be full of pretty harsh chemicals! If you are looking for a more natural approach you might like to give one of these homemade weed killers below a try. They work great at killing off those pesky weeds that are lurking in your yard! Pulling weeds by hand and digging up the roots is a very reliable solution, but who has the time? Within a short while, a few weeds here and there can turn into an abundance of weeks. I prefer to look for more natural routes of weed Continue Reading...
12 Clever Ways to Use a Pumice Stone in Your Home
Have you ever wondered how to use a pumice stone? Well, this article is for you. From removing calluses and dry skin on feet to removing pills from your favorite sweater, cleaning your toilet bowl and more. Sit back and prepare to be amazed at all the clever ways to use a pumice stone. What is a pumice stone? A pumice stone is lava rock and is a wonderful multi-purpose tool to have on hand. It can be used in a variety of ways throughout your home. Note: I don't recommend using pedicure Continue Reading...
12 Green Cleaning Recipes You Can Easily Make At Home
If you've considered making cleaning recipes at home but are concerned it might be too difficult, have I got a post for you. Making your own cleaners at home is a great way to save money and reduce the number of chemicals your family are exposed to. I have rounded up some awesome homemade recipes that you can whip up and try out today! 12 Homemade Cleaners To Try Today You will find cleaners to wipe down your counters, clean the bathroom, grout and more. If you look around on the internet you Continue Reading...
28 Brilliant Ways to Use White Vinegar in Your Home
I have a confession to make. I had no idea how to use white vinegar for cleaning until a year ago. It wasn't really until my youngest started to become more mobile that I started to look into reducing the chemicals in my home. I started to research uses for vinegar in the home and discovered there are so many ways to use white vinegar -- especially when it comes to cleaning. Instead of buying expensive cleaning products, I've been able to replace almost every cleaner in my home with white Continue Reading...
5 Cheap Ways to Winterize Your Home and Slash Your Electric Bill
If you live in an old or just plain cold home, you're probably wincing at the thought of your electric bills this winter. I feel ya. Now, I love living in an old house. I love how the high ceilings give a feeling of space, even though it’s a small house. I adore the hardwood doors that were standard when my house was constructed in the 1940s. That said, older homes aren’t best for the environment or our wallet. That is especially true in wintertime when draughts and gaps become Continue Reading...
15 Creative Chalkboard Paint Projects You Need To Try At Home
Chalkboard paint is a huge trend right now, and for good reason. It allows you to really transform and freshen up your home. I thought it would be fun to share some chalkboard paint projects to give your home some pizzazz. Grab your paintbrushes, chalkboard paint, and let your inner crafter take flight! Chalkboard paint is a cheap and affordable route to styling up an old dresser, table, or even glass jars. It allows you to add your personal touch to things and fit the style of your home. Continue Reading...