Home + Garden

 · 7 min read

34 Household Uses of Baking Soda That Can Replace Dozens of Other Products

I’m sure you’ve used baking soda for cleaning and baking, but chances are you’re missing out on baking soda’s full potential. This inexpensive household staple was originally popularized by Arm & Hammer over 150 years ago, but did you know the Ancient Egyptians also used it for cleaning? This list goes through just some of […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 4 min read

How to Keep Bugs Out of Your House this Summer (8 Natural Methods)

Summer is here! That means warm weather, longer days and unfortunately bugs. No one wants to see creepy crawlers running about in their home or have to use harsh pesticides to get rid of them. Luckily there are a lot of home remedies that you can use to deal with your pest problem while also […]

Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

 · 4 min read

Man’s Dream Of A Bright Pink Home Is Upsetting His Neighbors

A house can be an extension of an individual’s personality. Many like to plant raised garden beds and have luxurious lawn furniture. Some people decorate their homes to stand out among other houses in the neighborhood. However, some people like to go the extra mile to give their home some personality. Just like this man […]

Cody Medina

Cody Medina

Environmental Activist

 · 4 min read

Highschool students build tiny homes to help homeless veterans

Many Americans already know that there is a homeless problem that’s continuously growing throughout the country. To some individuals, this doesn’t phase them in their everyday life that they live. To others, this problem needs a solution and fast. These Kingwood high school students, however, are making homes to help the homeless in Houston, Texas. […]

Cody Medina

Cody Medina

Environmental Activist

 · 6 min read

15 Things You Need to Do When You Move into Your New Home

Moving into a new home is exciting but also stressful. There are so many things to do to make your new house your new home. Between unpacking endless boxes, don’t neglect the chores that are vital for the safety of your new house, like checking the fire detector and finding the main water valve. Here are […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 4 min read

Amazing FOLDING Tiny House Built with Reclaimed Materials

Have you ever stood in your home, looked around and thought “Do I really need this much space?” Sure, you’ve got plenty of things to fill that space, but have you ever stopped to wonder how much of it is necessary and how much is just there to take up room? This British Columbia man […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

 · 4 min read

Amazing DIY Hack To Help Keep Spiders Out Of The House

When comic book writer Stan Lee proposed the idea of Spiderman, his publisher thought this superhero was going to be a disaster. “Stan,” he said, “that is the worst idea I have ever heard… People hate spiders, so you can’t call a book Spider-Man.” [1] While that is definitely true, Spiderman was met with mass […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

 · 5 min read

How to Make an Effective Mosquito Traps with Everyday Items

Often dismissed as mere nuisances, mosquitoes present a significant menace to public health worldwide. These tiny insects are persistent in their pursuit of blood meals and serve as vectors for numerous diseases, making them a formidable threat to human health. Per the CDC, Malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and West Nile virus are just a […]

Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Freelance Writer

 · 4 min read

How to Safely Remove and Dispose of Tick Eggs from Your Home and Yard

Tick nests, though relatively small, can cause alarm for homeowners as they harbor hundreds or even thousands of eggs. While tick nests are usually found outdoors, it is not uncommon for them to appear in homes, garages, or sheds. Let’s discuss the importance of identifying and safely removing tick nests, as well as provide tips […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team