Forgetting to clean out your dryer vent can cause a devastating house fire if it goes on long enough. Unfortunately, it can be super expensive to pay a company to clean yours for you, so it often feels like you can’t win. But don’t despair, these tips will help you clean your dryer vent like … Read more
It’s that time of year in my neck of the woods! So many of my neighbors are reporting problems with mice in their homes! We’ve also had a lot of construction in the neighborhood, so all of the mice are also being driven out of the empty lots and into everyone’s homes! If only they … Read more
There’s just something about creating a homemade gift that makes me feel incredibly warm inside. I think homemade gifts have a unique way of making the recipient feel loved, regardless of what was given! For the last several years, I have made my neighbors and friends gifts out of old barn wood, and I think … Read more
Fall is just around the corner so I spent my weekend making a set of DIY scarecrows for my fall porch decor (they’ll stake into my flowerbeds). Though I haven’t started actually decorating quite yet, I like to get a jump start on the projects I’ll use to decorate! This DIY scarecrow was so easy … Read more
Ladies and gentlemen, the moment you’ve all been waiting for. You need an extra sparkle, a lil’ something to bring the glam back into your house? Rest your weary eyes. These 20 upgrades will leave your humble abode feeling like a palace. 20 Insanely Clever Upgrades For Your Home First up is Julie Blanner with … Read more
The garage can be an unpleasant workshop during months with extreme heat or bitter cold. Here are some ways to temperature proof your garage so it will be a more enjoyable work space all year round: Insulation Walls Insulate the garage walls and install a moisture barrier over the insulation. Cover the moisture barrier with … Read more
