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Organize a Summer Grab-n-Go Kit

I don’t know about you, but my family marks the start of summer as the last day of school. Yea! Summer is here. That means we’ll be spending lots of time outdoors. Hi, Susan here from Organized 31. With 3 children, it seems like we’re always running out the door on our way to another outdoor activity. I find that taking a few minutes to organize a summer grab-n-go kit, means that we’re always ready for whatever outdoor fun the summer might bring. Having a summer activities kit ready and waiting means that no matter how busy our day is,… Read More

It’s my Birthday!

Today is my birthday. I’m turning 34 years old. 🙂 This weekend we celebrated with a Panem Capitol (Hunger Games) themed birthday party complete with big hair, crazy makeup and lots of sparkle. So of course if you’re celebrating in the Capitol you have to have lots of extravagant food, which is why I decided I needed a flashy birthday cake. I know it’s silly to make your own cake but I had a vision and you know me, I’m more of a DIYer than an ask someone else to do it-er. I’ve been following Sweet Bakes on Instagram for… Read More

Outdoor Living Room Design Board

I am getting so excited about our outdoor living space! The deck is done, the kitchen is almost done and I’m dreaming about how I’m going to decorate the living space! Next to the kitchen is a large empty space where I want to create an outdoor living room. I can see us spending tons of time out there in the summer months, relaxing on the couch during a BBQ with friends, watching the kids swim, watching the sun go down, you get the idea, we probably won’t be in the house much this summer. 🙂 While I was dreaming… Read More

Refreshing Cherry Lemonade

Fresh cherries muddled in sweet and tart lemonade. This seasonal cherry lemonade is delicious and perfect for the warm summer. Hi! It’s Andrea from Cooking with a Wallflower. This month I’m back with a refreshing recipe that I hope you’ll love as much as I do. It’s June! Which means summer is finally here. Woohoo! Do you have any exciting plans this summer? Will you be going on vacation to some exotic country? Or will you be exploring your city like a tourist? Maybe take a local food tour and tastings? My family and I are planning a two day… Read More

How to Save Water When Watering Plants & a Giveaway!

If you haven’t watched the news lately then you might not know that we are in a major drought in California. I wish there was a way we could get some of the excess rain water from Texas and Utah here to California to fill our rivers, lakes and reservoirs, but no one has figured out how to do that yet. 🙁 We are having major water usage cut backs (36% in our city) so I’m having to get creative this year for how I water all my flowers. Every year our gardener plants flowers along side our walkway but… Read More

How to Get Ink out of a Microfiber Couch

While I dream of someday having beautiful leather furniture, my reality with three little mess makers is microfiber! But, I am A-ok with that for right now. Microfiber couches are inexpensive and easy to clean! I take the cushion covers off all the time and throw them in the wash! I also regularly spot clean the couches, like when one of the kids (ahem..the 2 year old) writes on them with a pen! Luckily I’ve got a nifty little trick, which I’ve used countless times, for how to get ink out of a microfiber couch. I trust it so much that I… Read More

Creative & Mostly Free Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Are you ready to celebrate Dad this year? I have compiled some truly creative Father’s Day Gift Ideas that you guys are going to love. From free printable cards and tags to small DIY projects, these handmade Father’s Day gift ideas will delight any dad out there! Let’s see those creative Father’s Day Gift Ideas… Free Father’s Day Printables by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom Photobook Gift Ideas by Find it Make It Love It Free Father’s Day Printable Coupons by My Love for Words Superhero Print for Father’s Day by Today’s Creative Blog DIY Photo Holder… Read More

How to Update Old Patio Chairs (an Easy Tutorial)

Hi, everyone! It’s Lauren from Mom Home Guide, and I am here to share one of my recent outdoor decorating projects! With the summer entertaining season approaching, I decided to brighten up my patio’s décor! The old plastic Adirondack chairs on my patio were faded and had seen better days, so I decided to freshen them up with a spray paint makeover! This quick tutorial will show you how to update old patio chairs and add a bit of summer to the patio! How to Spray Paint Plastic Furniture Step #1 – Pick Your Paint Start by picking your spray paint. I want… Read More