Arts &Crafts, How-To's, Upcycling & Repurposing

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Happy Super Bowl Sunday! ~ Mel

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I am sharing a very well written post from a fellow blogger. It deserves a share. Not just well written but offers a different insight on things. You will enjoy this! Thank you John! ~Mel Daily writing prompt If you had a freeway billboard, what would it say? View all responses You’re doing better than…

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It’s ok to take a break, to live and enjoy what life has to offer. ~ Mel

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When it comes to baking, I love the simple, quick recipes. Especially when whatever you’re making comes out tasting like the best dish ever! I found this super simple recipe that is so delicious! Fluffy Puff Biscuits. Supplies needed: • 1/2 cup butter – melted • 1 cup milk • 4 eggs • 1/4 cup…

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The overflowing cabinet of Tupperware. I can’t deny it and I’m sure most of us have this issue. You find bottom containers without the lids or lids without the bottoms. It does get frustrating. Most plastic lids are made from food grade, BPA free material. Today , I give you 13 ways you can reuse…

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I noticed recently that no matter what floor cleaner I use, my floors are still not getting clean enough. Even after buying a brand new mop. A few people I know make their own floor cleaning solution and they say it cleans better than any store bought, so I had to try it. After trying…

I think this quote is much needed today. I keep running into a lot of negative Nancy’s who like to dwell in the past. LEARN TO LET IT GO ❤️ As the saying goes- there’s a reason your rear view mirror is so small and your windshield is so big. Leave the past in the…

Epsom salt is named after a small town south of London called “Epsom”. History says, In 1618 a cow herd drank water that had bubbled up from underground. The cattle refused to drink it. The cattle would wade through it and the farmers noticed the sores and wounds on their legs would heal. That substance…

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Ginger water, Swizzle, Switchel, Haymakers Punch, or it’s even called Switzel. Whichever you’d like to call it, it was a popular drink dating back to the 1700’s. It originated in the Caribbean or New England and became popular in the American colonies. It had become popular among farmers in the 19th century earning its name…

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Apple cider vinegar, a natural probiotic that has many benefits! Such as helps relieve symptoms of arthritis, cools fevers or hot flashes, helps athletes foot, may help improve insulin sensitivity and lower blood sugars, also aides in weight loss, helps digestive health and the list goes on. Fall season is here which brings along apple…

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I’m always up for a little added flavor in things. Like lemon in a blueberry cookie or coffee in brownies. What I really like ? Is vanilla. You can add vanilla in a lot of food & beverages and it will taste delicious! 😋 Today I bring you, vanilla sugar. Super simple to make! Supplies…

Think back to when you were little… the spring/summer and even fall days. Going outside to play, drawing on the sidewalk with chalk. I loved to draw pictures on the sidewalk or hop scotch when I was a kid. Back then we used actual chalkboards in school. We were excited when the teacher would let…

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Every year when we plant our vegetable garden, we end up having an over abundance of certain veggies. this year we planted less tomatoes and still have to much. So I started canning. Last week I dehydrated tomatoes, green peppers & onions. Then on Friday, my son and I made delicious pickles the old fashioned…

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Have a sweet tooth but you don’t want to make a big desert? Like making a big cake just to eat 1 slice. Then this recipe is for you! Apple cake in a mug is the perfect amount of baked yumminess for 1 person. Supplies needed: • All purpose flour – 4 Tablespoons • Sugar…

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The blend of aromatic spices wafting through the air. The pumpkin pie, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla. I love the smells of fall! What if I told you, that you can put those smells in a bottle? I’ve found the perfect extract to put in pies, breads , cookies or even in apple cider! Pumpkin pie spice…

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I have to apologize for not sharing in posting my creations lately. We have been cleaning and prepping our home for our new dog! We just adopted her, her names Hallie. Shes 3 years old. Poor girl has had a tough life. She stole our hearts! 💕 I wanted to share some photos of her…

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Back in the 1800’s, one popular desert they had for special occasions, especially weddings, was Molasses Stack Cake. Baking the cake was planned and arranged by the family. In the pioneer life, this cake was considered expensive. Guests and family would each bake one layer of molasses stack cake and they would stack them together…

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Cardboard/paper egg cartons are biodegradable, made from recycled paper pulp and are eco friendly. Styrofoam egg cartons, made from expanded polystyrene foam, are lightweight and provide excellent insulation. They are not biodegradable, but can be used multiple times and they are easy to clean. Below are 10 ways you can repurpose egg cartons. 👇 1.…

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We all have the several socks that list their mates. Then you put them aside in case you find the mate. Your pile of mismatched socks gets bigger and bigger. I used to take care of a lady that would safety pin the socks together so they wouldn’t get lost in the laundry. I’ve collected…

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