I love the smell of cinnamon sticks in the winter. I had never considered that I could do the same thing in fall, or as some say, autumn. I don’t know how that will go over with the family while we still have heat and humidity going on here in Houston, but I’ll give it […]
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3 DIY Tool Organization Ideas
The only problem with seeing posts like today’s is that I suddenly need to go buy more tools so I can create organizers. It’s a vicious, vicious cycle. Personally, I’ve found PVC to be a wonderful product to use in so many applications. If you didn’t know what PVC actually stands for, it is polyvinyl […]
DIY: Remove Rust from Stainless Steel with Citric Acid
On Friday, I did some woodworking on some live-edge basswood. It was great to handle the tools for a bit. Only one problem, I couldn’t find my newest square! So, I had to use my backup square…in all its rusted glory. This trick is gonna come in handy this week as I clean some rust […]
DIY: Knife Block to School Supply Caddy
I confess: I never would have thought of today’s DIY… It’s a creative way to upcycle a knife block, but what do you think? Click on the image to check out how she did it:
DIY: Robotic Arm?
OK, so I don’t know what qualifies as a robotic arm nowadays…but we’ve got a great project, especially for teaching kids about anatomy and the musculoskeletal system. Buzzfeed recently produced a video via Nifty Science and the video is down below. Check it out & Share It if you like it!
Back to School Student Survival Kits
We found this AWESOME post on supplies for students returning to school. Teresa Kwant (the author) has created colorful graphics and labels that you can print out and use with your kits, saving you tons of time and handiwork. Teresa’s a teacher and if her post is any indicator of her dedication to teaching, we […]
DIY: How to Apply Sunscreen on Your Child
Protecting the humans in your tribe from the damaging effects of ultra-violet rays, you’ll want to perfect the art of applying sunscreen onto their dermis. There’s still time left in the next month or so where it’s important to protect the skin from burns and damage. Check out the illustration below on applying sunscreen to […]
22 Organization Tips for Back-to-School
Back-t0-School is an exciting & stressful time, one that is made easier when routines are in place. The Krazy Coupon Lady has a great post that features 22 organization tips for this time of year. My top five favorites: Parent In-box for papers needing signing Individual Hair-styling kits Outfit hanging organizer Snacks purchased & organized […]
FUN FOOD CRAFT: “At the Beach” Vanilla Pudding Cups
Ever eaten out at a fancy-pants restaurant? You know, the kind where they serve you a plate with 0.05 ounces of meat and veggies, drizzled with some artistic sauce, and the plate costs $153? Aside from the “exotic story” behind the food, it’s all about presentation. And so it is with today’s post. It’s all […]
Photo Ideas, 1st Day of School 2017
Here we go…I see my parents coming out now, “back when I was a kid…” But really, when I was a kid we didn’t do this whole “take a picture on the first day of school”. Then again, there are plenty of things that I did do as a kid that would totally not be […]
