by Anne Murphy | Jul 29, 2021 | Craft, DIY, Frugal Living, Gardening, Gifts, H.O.M.E., Homemaking, House, Housework, Making-Do, Tips/Hints
Do you still hang your clothes out on the clothesline? Yes, same here but it seems to be a little old fashioned now and not many people have the time, opting to use the clothes drier to get the laundry dry. There are many reasons why using the natural sun to dry your...
by Anne Murphy | Jul 28, 2021 | Children, Family, Parenting, Self Care, Tips/Hints
Have you ever noticed how good a bit of a stretch can feel? Perhaps that’s why we automatically find ourselves inhaling deeply and fully extending from our fingers to our toes, as our first movement when we wake in the morning. We also tend to naturally stretch our...
by Anne Murphy | Jul 21, 2021 | Food, Frugal Living, H.O.M.E., Making-Do, Tips/Hints
Feta cheese and the best way to store it. I wish I’d done the research before I fell ill, twice. You’d think I would’ve learned after the first time. After I did a bit of research, I soon found out there is in fact a better way to store it so it does...
by Anne Murphy | Jun 22, 2021 | DIY, H.O.M.E., House, Making-Do, Tips/Hints
Hardwood flooring may be one of the most popular floor choices among homeowners. It’s versatile in terms of use and style and has a natural appeal that may offer homes a distinctive look and attractiveness. If you’ve installed engineered hardwood flooring in your home...
by Anne Murphy | Jun 17, 2021 | Shopping, Tips/Hints
How to find the right shoe when everything seems confusing. Shopping for new shoes can be a fun experience, and while many people can and do get deeply excited about the prospect of shopping for new shoes, many find this unavoidable task confusing and overwhelming....
by Janet Camilleri | Jun 4, 2021 | House, Tips/Hints
House plans have changed a lot in the last couple of decades – and I’m not just talking about interior decorating or design trends (does anybody else remember the era of wallpaper borders, or life before media rooms?!). As technology has improved, so too have our...
by Anne Murphy | May 30, 2021 | Children, Family, H.O.M.E., Homemaking, Parenting, Relationships, Self Care
Have you ever considered mindfulness for your home life? What exactly is mindfulness and what do I mean by home life? Let me explain. What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a practice that you can use to reduce stress and to relax the mind and body. Where do we...
by Anne Murphy | May 6, 2021 | DIY, Frugal Living, Gifts, Making-Do, Mother's Day, Shopping, Tips/Hints
Last minute DIY Mother’s Day Gift Ideas? I’m not suggesting that Mother’s Day gift ideas should be a last minute idea. I still remember those gorgeous crafts and handmade cards my children gave me when they were younger. Now they’re teenagers,...
by Anne Murphy | Apr 25, 2021 | Beauty, DIY, Frugal Living, Gifts, H.O.M.E., Making-Do, Mother's Day, Parenting, Tips/Hints
Day spa at home? Wouldn’t that be nice? It’s easier than you think using your basic pantry and fridge staples. There are many reasons why we can’t get to the day spa as much as we would like but you don’t have to make it hard for yourself. You...
by Anne Murphy | Apr 17, 2021 | Beauty, DIY, Frugal Living, Making-Do
DIY make up. Have you ever tried it? I’ve been using a few DIY products for a while now but wanted to share with you 14+ DIY Make Up and Beauty Treatments you can make at home. They’ll save you a ton of money. DIY Make Up I’ve never really been one...