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Do it Yourself; Tips and ideas for DIY projects to create your next family heirloom, personalize your photo album and more.
A Kitchen Update
A Quick Kitchen Update The old countertops just blended together with no brightness. When we bought our home five years ago, I thought the kitchen was filled with beautiful cabinets, lots of space and area to cook. Over time, the countertop (which continued as a backsplash) became dark and dreary and seemed much harder to keep clean and shiny. In fact, I often cleaned it over and over again and it would seem dull and dreary to me. Sometimes, the next day I would find some leftover residue from cooking the day before that I missed on this dark combination of colors. This was the same countertop that I always misplaced my glasses on as they blended in. This happened many times during the day.
By Elaine M. Gallagher5 years ago in Families
DIY Guide:
It’s no secret that weddings are expensive. Whether you choose to buy or rent those additional decorations that add the extra finishing touch needed for your wedding photos, the costs add up. However, one thing that people forget sometimes is the art of DIY – and the affordability of it too.
By Fay McFarlane5 years ago in Families
5 Advantages of Built In Furniture
Deciding what kind of furniture to buy is a daunting task to some. In some cases, you have to buy each item in different stores so they would look uniform. Some of them have to be assembled and fixed on your own, which could be a real hassle. So what's stopping you from getting built in furniture instead?
By Silva Wardrobes5 years ago in Families
Mother's Day Gift Baskets - Make Your Own
That special day for mom is coming and if you really want to surprise her this year, you can make Mother’s Day gift baskets that will show her how special she is to you. A gift that comes from the heart will always mean more than jewelry or flowers. Put together a gift basket full of goodies that will make her glow with pride.
By Dani McGaw5 years ago in Families
Pysanky
Growing up, my family decorated Easter eggs like many modern families do: We bought the Paas-brand dye pucks, set up a line of cups, and let our hard-boiled eggs sit in their color baths until we felt they had achieved a pleasant hue. Occasionally, we would bust out the crayons and put family members’ names or little drawings on them before dipping, or if we were feeling adventurous we’d carefully stretch rubber bands around them to achieve stripes. For the most part, however, they were simple and easy enough to complete in a few hours on the night before Easter. And good thing, too, because as soon as the eggs went back into the refrigerator, the inevitable condensation would cause the dyes to pucker and run. It was, at best, a fun way to spend a single evening together; at worst, it heralded several days’ worth of multicolored egg salad sandwiches.
By Kristy Ockunzzi-Kmit5 years ago in Families
6 Closet Organisation Ideas To Make Your Space Bigger
Whether your closet is small or you have so much space to put a walk in wardrobe, organising it properly is another thing. You might not know but you could be wasting so much space in your bedroom with all the clutter and unnecessary extra furniture that makes your space feel stuffy. But if you want great help for your closet organisation, here are a few ideas for you.
By Silva Wardrobes5 years ago in Families
Families that Craft Together
I’m going to be totally honest with you. This past Christmas break I was nervous that my family was going to experience a huge falling-out. Doors slamming, kids and parents yelling, things breaking - you name it, I envisioned it happening. Christmas is normally my favourite time of year. I love putting ornaments on the tree as a family, going through our old hand-made ones and reminiscing about the Christmases that they came from. I feared Christmas 2020 wasn't going to result in similar fond memories.
By Christina Blanchette5 years ago in Families
"Wouldn't Change"
Wouldn’t Change By J.E. Contreras James stood in the early morning cold staring at the dilapidated old mansion. It was his savior. James had his most challenging year. It tested him to his core. His company had been financially struggling, and he had laid off some good men. His eight-year-old daughter, Star, had suffered from a severe illness and her medical bills were unrealistic to add to his heavy burden. Star spent most of her time with her father on the job sites.
By Justin Contreras5 years ago in Families
Our Adventures fundraising
In May 2020 my son and I were accepted by smartpups to get an assistance dog for my son. An assistance dog for his diabetes is amazing they can smell diabetics sugars dropping before the Continuous Glucose Monitor does. An assistance dogs not only save the diabetics life but they can become the diabetics best friend who they can count on.
By Tanika Stimpson5 years ago in Families
Science Fun With Your Child
Children love science because there is so much opportunity to use everyday objects and perform experiments to ease learning. It is a fact that we learn when we do, and rather than reading about it, it is best to have a child experience the learning by doing it themselves. Then, of course, the best part is the “ah-ha” moment you get from them which is undeniably the best feeling for a teacher or a parent.
By Elaine M. Gallagher5 years ago in Families
DIY Christmas Cards kids can make!. Top Story - December 2020.
There comes a point when children want to give loved ones something, just like everyone else. I certainly remember being a child and wanting to give back, but not knowing what I could do or if anyone would like it, at that.
By S. G. Marin5 years ago in Families
