Sustainable & Creative Living
The holiday season is almost here! Whether you’re an early shopper or a last-minute shopper, we’ve got you covered with some great and useful stocking stuffers for girls. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite gifts your girls will love. The best thing is, they’ll fit right in their stockings! We’ve included a variety of items that any girl would love to find in her stocking this holiday season. Check out our suggestions and get a jump on your holiday shopping!
Halloween is right around the corner and you know what that means: it’s time to decorate! I’m still looking for cute ways to make my house spooky, and I’m loving this Styrofoam Ball Spider. It’s easy to make and would add a spooky touch to your entryway, hallway, or outdoor space.
Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time to add a touch of whimsy to your porch decor. This DIY Mossy Witch Hat is an easy-to-assemble project that’s affordable, cute, and fun to make. Its natural mossy look is perfect for the outdoors, and you can assemble it now and keep it out for Halloween.
A few weeks into the new school year, I realized that our family was struggling to adjust to the increased amount of homework that our third grader was getting. It was difficult to juggle the new after-school routine, homework, and our existing sports and music lessons. To help us stay on track, I created this Printable Homework Calendar. It has helped our family tremendously.
Organizing any part of our living or work areas can feel overwhelming. Keeping our office or home office organized usually feels more stressful because no one wants important tasks or paperwork to fall through the cracks. The purpose of being organized is to be able to find the things we need when we need them and then, hopefully, be more productive. I don’t know about you, but when I can get more things done with less stress, I’m able to spend time with the people I care about while enjoying life more. It also feels good to have a neat and attractive workspace. If this sounds good to you, check out my go-to 10 Office Organization Ideas and keep your office organized and clutter-free.
When your fingernails are dry and brittle, and your cuticles are all cracked and bleeding, it’s no fun. And it’s not pretty either. But you can fix that by using cuticle oil to moisturize your cuticles. Use it as often as you can, especially when it’s dry out. Here’s a super simple recipe for DIY Cuticle Oil.
The end of summer is just about here, and the hustle and bustle of back to school is in full swing. Before you know it, the holidays and all their preparations will be full steam ahead. Before all that craziness piles on to your schedule, take some time out to pamper yourself. make plans to work in pampering before, during, and after all the daily to do get overwhelming. Take a look at this list of 50 Ways to Pamper Yourself as a Woman and make your pampering plan of action!
If you’re heading to the beach this summer, be sure to pack an extra bucket to collect some sand to make this Easy DIY Beach Sand Slime. It’s a quick, easy, and fun activity that will keep your kids (and maybe even you!) entertained for hours. It’s even a great sensory tool for adults!
If you’re tired of plain water, this Watermelon Mint Infused Water recipe is an amazingly refreshing alternative that will keep you hydrated all summer long. It’s easy to make and the result is a naturally sweetened water that’s full of flavor, antioxidants, and has a great aroma too!
This DIY Mess Free Puffy Paint recipe is so easy, your kids could practically make it on their own. If you’re a crafting household then you may already have most of the supplies on hand. It requires only two ingredients and less than five minutes to make! The best part is that it’s washable, so you don’t have to worry about a mess.
There are a few patriotic holidays where you can make this American Flag Handprint Craft and the 4th of July is the perfect one! If you’re looking for a fun and simple craft you can make with kids, try this easy keepsake handprint artwork this 4th of July weekend!
Looking to add a little flare to your 4th of July party? These Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots are sure to be a hit! They’re easy to make and look so festive with the three colors of the American flag. The best part is they’re not too difficult to make and don’t require a lot of ingredients. And if you make them the night before your party, you won’t have to spend all day preparing them!
I first heard about Aquaphor Healing Ointment about ten years ago when I was flipping through the pages of a women’s magazine. They raved about it so much that I went out and got some literally the next day. I’ve been using it ever since. It’s one of my favorite go-to beauty and first-aid ointments. Over the years I’ve picked up a few tricks on how to use it so here are my favorite 21 Uses for Aquaphor Healing Ointment.
