Monthly Archives: April 2014

How to paint laminate furniture

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Upcycling furniture can be a great inexpensive alternative to buying something new, that looks vintage, rustic, or shabby chic.

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LiveLoveDIY has a great tutorial that shows you in 3 easy steps on how to paint laminate furniture. Now you don’t have to worry about making sure all that cute furniture with potential is indeed real wood. Lets be honest, sometimes it is really hard to tell. So, here’s to cute new furniture projects!

DIY Photo Holders

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Photos are such a great way to personalize any space. Whether that is your home, office space, or for a gift for someone, it can add so much meaning. But photo frames can feel so basic and can be very expensive. I love these DIY tree photo holders.

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These photo holders can add texture, personalization, and personality to any space. Most Lovely Things has these great DIY photo holders. Cut some of these a little shorter or a little taller and they would make either great coasters or candle stands too.

DIY Cereal Bars

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Cereal bars are healthy and quick, although, they may not be as healthy as we thought. We all those additives and extra sugar, you maybe getting more than you bargained for.

Homemade cereal bars

These delicious cereal bars are all natural, made with real fruit and have no added sugar. I sure like the sound of that. Super Healthy Kids has this delicious recipe, and a great comparison of how much healthier these are than the store bought bars. Here’s to healthy living!

DIY Funfetti Candle

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I love funfetti cake, and I think it looks so fun and festive. Now you can have the smell of a fresh baking cake filling your home.

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BethCakes has done a wonderful job giving you a step by step tutorial as well as a whole list of “ingredients.” This candle will smell so delicious, but please refrain from eating it. 🙂

DIY Candy Umbrella Shower Favors

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How adorable are these super simple umbrella’s? I think these would not only be cute for a baby shower favor, but also a spring party, or even an Easter party.

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The whole tutorial can be found over at Unoriginal Mom. I just think these turned out so cute and would be a great idea for a budget friendly party.

How to Start seeds in egg shells

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Spring has sprung and while some of us are experiencing beautiful weather, some are still suffering through cold spells. This can really put a damper on your garden plans if you plan on planting this summer… but these egg shell seed starters are the perfect solution.

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Apartment Therapy has a great tutorial on how to start your garden now, and be able to enjoy the beauty all summer long. The best part, nothing will fall victim to those cold days and nights.

Cinco De Mayo Party Recipes

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I may not be of the heritage, but I enjoy Mexican food and Mexican culture a lot. This year I am excited to throw a Cinco De Mayo Party and this is the site I am starting some of my delicious recipes from.

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Lady Behind The Curtain has a whole list of these party worthy foods. Everything from Salsa, to great ideas for party decorating. Go check it out and have a margarita for me!

How to use your brow brush

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Eye brows are so important. Have you seen those post of celebrities without eye brows? Ya, they really do make a huge difference.  It is especially important they are done right. No eyebrows is just as bad as bad eye brows.

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The Beauty Department has this great step by step tutorial to show you have to use your brow brush to achieve a good, strong, classic brow.