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Hügelkultur (pronounced hoo-gul-culture) is a traditional method of gardening that involves organic raised beds. It’s becoming popular for people interested in frugal, sustainable, and self-sufficient farming. Typical raised garden beds usually consist…

Gone are the days of wires. Earbuds, phones, computers, clocks, and even lamps don’t need to be constantly plugged in anymore. Instead, they are charged then moved around at leisure. This is so convenient, especially when outlets are placed in awkward …

It is not uncommon to feel a mix of confusion and fascination when encountering an unfamiliar object. Whether found in a dusty attic, at a thrift store, or in nature, these puzzling items often spark a flurry of guesses online. From strange metal tools…

Rats and cockroaches have an important role in many of our cities and ecosystems. That being said, we usually aren’t very welcoming of them in our homes – and with good reason. They can carry disease, chew through walls, wires, and other home fur…

Getting rid of things like an eggshell is tough because they’re not great for garbage disposal and they leave behind odor and goo in our trash cans, sinks, and floors. Here are 17 things to do with them instead. 1. Put Eggshells in the garden Interesti…

Access to clean drinking water is vital for a civilization to not just survive, but to prosper. University of Cincinnati researchers discovered an ancient water filter in northern Guatemala that is far more sophisticated than thought possible for that …

Were you surprised when you found out that coca cola (dearly known as coke) can be used to clean the toilet!? Yuck! I know! The good news though, is that we can use easy to find ingredients to clean toilet bowls without the use of store-bough…

Freezers are an essential part of our kitchens, but sometimes they become a storage space for forgotten or expired items. It’s easy to lose track of time, and before you know it, your freezer could be filled with things that are well past their p…

Want to give your porch a personal touch and fun vibe with little to no money? Or, want to feel pretty like a Disney character while tiny birdies and bees come seeking the beautiful aesthetics of your home. Give your surroundings a touch of individuali…

Most people prefer not to find bugs in their homes as they cause many phobias or carry undesirable germs that get onto surfaces, making your family sick. Namely, cockroaches as they spend much of their time in waste and near dumpsters, carrying numerou…

There’s no better way to make a house feel more relaxing, cheerful, and inviting than with houseplants. They are beautiful to look at and help to purify the air. They bring a sense of peace and tranquility to every space that they occupy. Growing house…

Cleaning is a necessary part of maintaining a healthy and hygienic home. However, it’s crucial to approach cleaning with care, especially when it comes to using household chemicals. While it might be tempting to create a powerful cleaning concoct…

There’s a humble mineral in your kitchen that has countless uses beyond flavoring your food – table salt! This versatile ingredient is a surprisingly effective solution for a wide range of household issues. It’s readily available, inexpensi…

There is a new trend of houses that’s living up to the country dream we all wish we could have. Recently, the farmhouse styled homes have been a very popular topic over the years. However, barndominiums are starting to make an impact and they mig…

Most people who cook with cast-iron pans love them with the heat of a thousand suns. They’re a must for so many one-skillet meals and handy for everything from breakfast to dessert. However, as good as your skillet can be for making all these fav…

Spring has finally sprung and for a lot of people that means spring cleaning, but with such nice weather outside who wants to spend all day cleaning indoors? The kitchen is one of the most time-consuming rooms to clean, especially when it comes to the …

Grass clippings are often seen as a waste product but can be a valuable resource in your garden and around your home. Rather than simply throwing them away, it can be used in several useful ways. Here are 15 clever and unique ways to make the most of y…

Growing your own fruits and vegetables can be fun, but most importantly rewarding because you put effort into making your own food with your own hands from scratch. Natural gardening can also be challenging because you want to grow healthy, organic pro…

A lot of home decorating inspiration is fun to look at but doesn’t necessarily fit into every home (unfortunately). We might not be able to create ‘the dream house’ that we see in the pages of magazines, but we can still turn our own homes into a livin…

Pool noodles are not only great fun to use in the pool (my kids love them!) but they’re surprisingly useful around the house too. I have used them in different ways for many DIY projects, as well as activities to keep the kids having fun this summer! T…

The common saying is: “If life gives you lemons, then make lemonade.” But what if you never needed lemons given to you because you were able to grow your own? Unlimited lemonade and fresh lemons whenever you wanted, that’s what would …

Mold is a type of fungi that can be found in the air and all around us (read this article to find out where it might be hiding). Naturally, mold breaks down dead materials and can be found on decaying food and plants or growing in soil. Moisture is the…