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Everything You Need to Make Your Own Cleaning Products

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Cleaning Tips

  Years ago I started making my own cleaning products as a way to save money, and while that is still a wonderful benefit, I also make them because it’s safer for our home. I remember cleaning my bathroom, and having to leave the room because the chemical smell from store-bought cleaners was so overwhelming. Over time, I have done…
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Love the idea of using spray paint to makeover furniture. So easy and cheap!

Furniture Makeover with Spray Paint

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DIY Projects

It’s the second Monday of the month which means I’m teaming up with some amazing thrifty bloggers to show you how to DIY for Less. Each month we share about a different way to save a little money by DIYing. In September, we tackled bathrooms, and I shared how you could frame a mirror for $20. In October, we’re takin’…
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These rustic scrap wood pumpkins are adorable. Love that they're so easy to make!

Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkins

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DIY Projects· Fall· Holidays/Seasonal

  Add some fall vibes to your home with these Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkins. You guys… where are all the white pumpkins this year?! Is there some kind of shortage? I literally went to five stores yesterday looking for white pumpkins and I couldn’t find any. (Luckily I bought four a few weeks ago, but I need more and now…
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Love this idea for cheap wall decor!

Large Wall Art Under $10

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$100 Room Challenge· DIY Projects· Room Makeovers

  This month I am working on an entry makeover, and I’m happy to say we are making progress. First, we got some navy paint on the wall. You may recall from that the reason I decided to work on this entry in the first place (after having just redone it a year ago) is because we painted our living…
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I love the look of weathered wood, but had no idea you could create it with paint. Great tutorial!

Weathered Wood Look with Paint & Wax

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$100 Room Challenge· DIY Projects· Room Makeovers

  If you love the look of rustic, weathered wood this tutorial is for you. Did you know you can create a weathered wood look using chalk paint and wax? Let me show you how… Before I even start this post, I have to take a moment to scream… ’cause the $100 Room Challenge was on the Rachael Ray Show…
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