· 10 min read
I’m too busy, I don’t have time, it’s not Spring yet, holidays are around the corner… How many reasons have you come up with avoid cleaning the clutter over the years? It is amazing what we can get used to living in. You store this, you hide that, you forget about this, you ignore that… […]
· 4 min read
Of all the citrus fruits, lemons are one of the most common kitchen staples. After all, nearly everything is a bit better with a squeeze of lemon (or lime!) juice on it. We use the zest (the yellow part of the peel) as a flavoring agent in baking and cooking. We also use the juice […]
· 3 min read
Some things are said to cure everything but death. Oregano is one of those things. A perennial herb that’s actually part of the mint family, oregano is commonly used in cooking. I often add it to sauces and spice rubs. But it also has a long medicinal history. Ancient Greeks used it for common illnesses […]
· 15 min read
Want to give your porch a personal touch and fun vibe with little to no money? Or, want to feel pretty like a Disney character while tiny birdies and bees come seeking the beautiful aesthetics of your home. Give your surroundings a touch of individuality, and make it unlike any other house in the neighborhood […]
· 9 min read
In our fast-paced world, it’s often the little things that make the biggest difference. This collection of ingenious ideas focuses on enhancing our daily lives, proving that brilliant ideas can be found in the simplest of solutions. Shopping Cart with Calculator: Brilliant Idea Say goodbye to surprise totals at the checkout! This shopping cart with […]
· 4 min read
It seems that everywhere you turn these days, someone is taking ordinary everyday items and bringing them into the future. This is the case of the smart window blinds that double as solar panels and slash your energy bill by more than half. Finally, proof that the word ‘smart’ can be attached to anything to […]
· 5 min read
Most people prefer not to find bugs in their homes as they cause many phobias or carry undesirable germs that get onto surfaces, making your family sick. Namely, cockroaches as they spend much of their time in waste and near dumpsters, carrying numerous germs. Meanwhile, many people are allergic to their shed skin, saliva, and […]
· 4 min read
Epsom salt, known for its wide range of uses, is a staple that every home should have. From health benefits to household uses, this salt can enhance your life in many ways. Here are 16 reasons why you should keep this multifaceted item in your home. 1. Alleviate Body Aches Epsom salt is renowned for […]
· 4 min read
If you take a walk in your neighborhood this spring and summer, you are almost guaranteed to see at least a few hydrangea bushes in someone’s garden. These ubiquitous plants are easily recognizable by their distinct “snowball”-shaped blooms, that can range in color from white, green, or blue, to pink or red, with every shade […]
· 4 min read
There’s no better way to make a house feel more relaxing, cheerful, and inviting than with houseplants. They are beautiful to look at and help to purify the air. They bring a sense of peace and tranquility to every space that they occupy. Growing houseplants and watching them thrive provides any plant parent, novice or […]
· 6 min read
As the warm weather approaches, gardeners across the country are starting to plan their flower beds and vegetable patches in anticipation of the garden-planting season. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, or if this is the first year you’ve decided to get outside and get your hands dirty, you’ll want to make sure that you’re doing […]
· 3 min read
The outdoors are great for relaxing, being active, socializing with friends, and making some of the best cottage memories, until mosquitos ruin it– for everyone. Some people even avoid spending time outdoors because of these blood-sucking pests. Summer is mosquito season because they thrive better in warm weather, and who can blame them, most of […]
