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10 Awesome Ways to Upcycle Items into Amazing DIY Chairs

By Carlos on October 23, 2017 Home

Whether you’re a chronic upcycler, a professional refurbisher, an inspirational creative, or a DIY addict, finding cool ways to turn the old into something new is always fun. Upcycling items and DIY projects are great ways to update your home and bring in extra cash by selling your spares. Here are 10 awesome ways to upcycle the most unlikely items into amazing DIY chairs. 1 – Hombre Festive Chair Have a holiday party coming up? Want a touch of eccentric elegance around your home? Then you definitely need to make a hombre festive chair. Take a plain white chair and…

The Worst Halloween Candies for Your Teeth

By Carlos on October 22, 2017 Health & Wellness

Halloween is right around the corner, it’s the thriving season of sugary candy consumption. While some candies are okay to eat, some are just downright unhealthy. It’s important to understand what type of of candies can seriously damage your oral health or simply give you a sugar rush. Below are the worst candies to consume this Halloween, which we suggest you avoid at all costs. Sweet Treats to Avoid 1. Sticky or Chewy Candy Sticky or chewy candy, such as taffy, dried fruit, or gummies can be hard to resist but they are even harder to remove from your teeth.…

Great Dinners Made with Frozen Vegetables

By Angela on October 20, 2017 Frugal Friday

Frozen vegetables are the unsung hero of the home cook. They make it possible for busy people to have delicious, home cooked meals every night of the week. Vegetarians and carnivores can both appreciate the benefits of frozen vegetables. Why buy frozen veggies? Convenience The number one reason people choose vegetables from the freezer section is convenience. It can be extremely frustrating to get home, start dinner preparations and realize you still have to chop and prep a few different vegetables. Frozen vegetables already come clean, prepped and ready for cooking. Buying frozen vegetables can also help you avoid multiple…

Grooming Tips for a Clean Shaven Look for National No Beard Day

By Angela on October 18, 2017 Personal Care

It’s National No Beard Day, get ready to shave your beard! If you’re not a fan of shaving, or you feel like you haven’t mastered the art of getting a clean-shaven look that you’ve been eyeing, there is hope for you. With these five tips, you’ll get that cleaned up look that drives women crazy. Take the Time to Prep Your Skin Prep the skin before shaving. Prepping the skin helps you protect your skin and facial hair. It’s one of the most important steps in the entire process; it’s also the one step that most men skip. While it…

Safety Tips for Walking Your Dog at Night

By Angela on October 17, 2017 Pets

With summer gone and autumn creeping its way in, the days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. That means your cherished after-work walk or jog with your canine companion will soon be done in darkness. However, with some safety tips and new gadgets, walking your dog at night can be just as fun and rewarding as those long summer nights. Walk Smart We all enjoy taking long walks with our dogs. Sometimes we even let the pooch lead the way, trusting that we can eventually find our way home. This game of exploration and wandering can be…

How to Make Your Home Light and Bright

By Angela on October 15, 2017 Home

Interior designers use your lighting systems to give your home a unique decorative interior. Decorating your home and introducing unique lighting systems does not have to be expensive. Try these simple and unique lighting ideas to make your home brighter and more beautiful. Different Lighting Systems to Consider Incandescent This lighting system is relatively cheap and provides quality light. This type of light is compatible with dimmer switches and provides users with a wide variety of colors. These lighting systems provide glows due to an electric current that heats the lights’ metal filament. The only limitation is they burn out…

Best Time of Year to Get the Flu Shot

By Angela on October 14, 2017 Health & Wellness

It’s that time of year again, flu season. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that you get the flu shot in October or November or when the flu begins to spread in your area. Over 100 varieties of the flu have been discovered with new evolutions each year, but the first and best defense against the flu is the shot. The Flu If more people get the flu shot, fewer people will actually get the flu. If people aren’t getting sick from the flu, it makes it harder for the flu to spread. Influenza is extremely unpredictable from…

Inexpensive Dinners Made with Fall Harvest Foods

By Angela on October 13, 2017 Frugal Friday

Eating seasonally is a great ways to get the best tasting and healthiest foods at peak freshness. Seasonal foods that are grown locally, also cost less money and support farmers in the community. There are plenty of ways to incorporate seasonal ingredients while sticking to a tight budget. Below are four quick and easy ways to incorporate fall ingredients without breaking the bank. Butternut Squash Frittata No matter what season you’re in, a frittata is an incredibly budget-friendly food. Frittatas are quick, filling and super customizable. First, shred butternut squash using the large side of a box grater until you…

Fall 2017 Nail Trends for Fashionable Fingertips

By Angela on October 12, 2017 Personal Care, Sponsored

Nail trends straight from the fall 2017 runway, are playful, creative and add a little spice to your end-of-year style. These trends are a great way to transition from bright colors to bold, metallic and textured nails. Take your manicures and pedicures to the next level this autumn with these trendy colors and styles. 1. Bold Burgundy Oxblood dominated the runway and the street style scene at the Fall/Winter 2017 fashion shows. This trend easily translates from coats and statement bags to the fingertips. Bold burgundy is a “moody’ update to the traditional red manicure, modern yet sophisticated. Fall wardrobes…

DIY Pet Costume Ideas

By Angela on October 10, 2017 Pets, Seasonal

Halloween is the perfect time to get creative with costumes. Year after year, people search for the best costume or even make their own. But have you ever dressed up the four legged members of the family? Pet costumes are a great way for the entire family to get into the spooky spirit. Pre-made pet costumes can be pricey and trying to find the right size for your pet can be a shopping nightmare. Making a Halloween costume for your pet allows you to find the perfect representation while saving money and time trying to finding a costume that fits.…

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