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Before I get into this easy raised garden bed idea that you can literally put together in under two hours, here’s a little back story on how this project came about. You see, I’ve always wanted to grow my own vegetables and be somewhat self-sustainable, at least in the summer months.  I’ve dreamt of living…

You know you’ve been eyeing those edgy black windows on Pinterest. They’re ultra modern, they stand out and they would completely transform the look of your home. There are two major issues holding you back: You’re on a budget Your window frames are made of vinyl Being on a budget means you’ve probably already ruled…

I’m sure you’ve heard of the various toxic chemicals that make up your store-bought cleaning products. Phthalates. Ammonia. Ethylene. Chlorine. 2-butoxyethanol. A list of other chemical compounds you can barely pronounce. These chemicals are present in many popular products such as Scrubbing Bubbles bathroom cleaners, Drano, Glade air fresheners, Comet, Febreze, Mr. Clean, Ajax, and…

You’ve seen all those gorgeous, boho wicker basket planters on Pinterest, right? If you’re anything like me, you’ve even saved a few ideas to your virtual boards, hoping you’ll eventually circle back to them and give ‘em a go. I’ll let you in on a little secret… I did circle back to my wicker basket…

Like it or not, we spend a heck of a lot of time in the bathroom. First thing in the morning, several times throughout the day, last thing at night before going to bed. Needless to say, it’s a high-traffic area in the home. If you’re going to spend that much time in there, might…

Minimalist living isn’t a fad. It’s a fast-growing movement that focuses on simplicity, sustainability and life experiences as opposed to over-consumerism and material goods. I found out about small space and minimalist living five years ago and I haven’t looked back since. People thought I was crazy when I decided to buy a 530 sq….