Category: DIY
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Uncomplicated Play: Super Simple Fun for Kids
Between having two children and being a preschool teacher, some might say I’ve learned a thing or two about kids. And sometimes, epically on rainy days, you got to think about how you can maximize fun and not leave the house or spend a lot of money. Varying Ages All of these crafts may be…
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Spring Break Diaries: From To-Do Lists to Triumphs
For those of you who don’t know already, I am a preschool teacher. Which thankfully means that one week during April, I’ll get an entire week off, a week known to all as “Spring Break”. Some people go on vacations, or trips, other people, such as myself, prefer spending it at home, getting projects done…
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Re-Pickle Magic: Reusing Pickle Brine
Recently, I’ve been checking out this TikTok hack that reused pickle brine. And I noticed that a lot of the videos were using the brand of pickles I commonly buy, the Claussen. You can find Claussen pickles in just about any grocery store, specifically found in the refrigerated isle. The hack included a pickle jar…
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Essential Items for Your Emergency Food Kit
a few months ago I found myself in a predicament. It was lunchtime. I had promised my son some Mac and Cheese. I go to fill up the pot with water, and I had no running water. Turns out, the water company had some emergency and had to turn off the water to my house,…
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Fixing Your Faux Leather Jacket: Practical Tips for Quick Repairs
Recently, right before we got the motorcycle that was then stolen, Daniel also bought a really nice fake leather jacket. And yes. I know, it sounds weird. But the jacket itself is really nice and really warm. It’s also made with fake leather. And durability wise, its stood up pretty well. To give an idea,…
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I Tried the Viral Onion Boil Recipe: Here’s What Happened
When I was doom scrolling the other day, something caught my attention. There were people eating a whole onion. and enjoying it. What? I had to know more. So, I did some digging. and more watching. I don’t hate onions like I used to…And it really intrigued me, so I thought; while were at my…
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Delicious Homemade Broth: Elevate Your Cooking with Rich Flavors
If there’s one thing I learned, its everything typically everything tastes better homemade. That’s especially true when it comes to homemade Broth. It’s also way easier than you think to make broth. I have a great hack that makes it very simple, and it also leaves your house smelling absolutely amazing. Stock Vs. Broth Is…
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How to Prepare Zucchini for Perfectly Moist Bread
I am blessed to know a few gardeners in my life. And these gardeners, can plant zucchini and get them to grow so large about the only thing to do with them is baking bread. You can do this two different ways. with a kitchen aid attachment, I have the one that slices and shreds.…
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Transform Scraps into Beautiful Homemade Paper: A Step-by-Step Guide
You know the junk mail you always just throw away? What if there was a way to transform that into something beautiful? I was scrolling Pinterest one evening, while watching tv with Daniel. That’s when I found this smart use of a dollar store splatter guard. They used it to make paper, and other than…
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Discover the Art of Wax Melts: A Beginner’s Guide to Creating Fragrant Home Ambiance
One of my very first posts was about making Candles. And I still do make candles, but when I make candles, I like them to have interesting vessels. Like a teacup for example. So For those I typically go to the thrift store, which I haven’t been to as of lately. So what’s a gal…