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5 projects that take 30 minutes or less.

2013-05-24T06:00:00.000-07:00

Flirty Fluorescent Feather Earrings.

Tea Towel Apron

$8 Menu or organizing board.

Woven mirror knock off.

Washi Tape Necklace.

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Don't forget the birds. 5 DIY bird feeders

2013-05-23T06:00:00.000-07:00

Bird feeder from a cup and saucer.

Cookie cutter seed feeders.

Slinky bird feeder.

Toilet paper roll feeder.

Cup and saucer bird feeder.

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19 inspiring ideas for repurposing items.

2013-05-22T06:00:00.000-07:00

Chair into play kitchen

Stretched canvas into wall pockets

Bowling lane as counter top

Teapots into lamp stand

Dresser as kitchen island

Baby crib into book storage

Cans as planters

Play city from empty containers.

Coffee Sack into an apron.

Planter from a shampoo bottle.

Bird feeder form a mayonnaise jar.

Food containers into Lego storage.

Dishwasher basket into organizer

Pill package into googly eyes.

Plastic bottles into green house roof.

Car tire into extra seating.

Grocery bags made form fused plastic bags.

Cookie cutters made from tin can.

Newspaper into gift bags.

Plastic containers into storage containers.

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No place for an office? Try these creative projects.

2013-05-21T06:00:00.000-07:00

Here are some fun and amazing ideas for creating an office space when you are short on square footage.

Use the space under your stairs.

Transform a closet

Use a folding bookcase armoire

Build your own office

Look for nooks and crannies like this second floor stair landing.

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More the Merrier Monday

2013-05-19T18:00:00.000-07:00

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9 Things You Can Make From Items Found In Your Trash Can

2013-05-17T06:00:00.000-07:00

Tissue Box Monsters

Recycled Bug House

Decorative Vase From Glass Jar

Tin Can Lanterns

Can Organizer From Soda Box

Light Bulb Vase

Self-Sustaining Ecosystem

Trochet Beanbag (beanbag made entirely from recycled plastic bags)

Paper Roll Organizer

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20 Irresistible Barbeque Recipes

2013-05-16T06:00:00.000-07:00

Here in Arizona I'm lucky enough to enjoy barbeque season year round. However, for those of you who are just now starting to see warmer weather, here are some great recipes to kick-start the season.

Chipotle Peach Barbeque Sauce

Grilled Peach Salad

Garlicky Sweet Potato Fries

Bacon Wrapped Barbeque Shrimp

Slow Cooker Barbeque Chicken Sandwich

Grilled Pineapple with Coconut Sorbet

Asian Barbeque Chicken with Baby Dutch Potatoes

BBQ Cauliflower Bites

Grilled Banana Boats

Hot Collard Slaw

Spicy Barbeque Chicken

Barbeque Tofu with Pineapple and Mango

Smoked Baby Back Ribs with Espresso Barbeque Sauce

Grilled Artichokes with Creamy Butter Dip

Slow Cooker Beer Pulled Pork-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Mexican-Styled Barbequed Corn

Polenta with Grilled Balsamic Plums

Vegetable Grill with Balsamic Glaze

Grilled Eggplant Roll with Ricotta and Basil

Balsamic Grilled Carrots

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6 Amazing Bathroom Storage Ideas

2013-05-15T06:00:00.000-07:00

We could all use a little extra bathroom storage.

Here are 6 bathroom storage solutions that anyone can use.

Attach plastic bins to the inside of your doors with suction cups.

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Install mason jars behind your sink to hold toothbrushes and toothpaste.

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Build your own cabinet door storage.

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Use a 2 tier plate holder to store hand towels and lotions

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Use old crate to store linens.

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Install recessed shelves behind the door.

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Pamper Yourself {DIY Style}

2013-05-14T06:00:00.000-07:00

Peppermint Body Scrub

Lemon & Lavender Scented Bath Melts

Citrus Salt Body Scrub

Coconut & Rose Body Scrub

Milk & Honey Bath

Cornmeal Body Scrub

Banana & Honey Face Mask

Winter Avocado Mask

Honey & Yogurt Mask

Bath Fizzies

Foaming Honey Bath Soap

Mayonnaise & Olive Oil Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment

Margarita Body Scrub

Simple Milk Bath

Simple Bath Salts

Lavender & Chamomile Bath Salts

Lavender Bubble Bath

Super-Nourishing Hair Balm

Aloe Vera Face Mask

Coffee Sugar Scrub

Miracle-Gro: The Gro Project

2013-05-14T05:00:00.001-07:00

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Miracle-Gro for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
One great thing about living in Arizona is that we get to enjoy BBQ season year round!! This weekend I will be hosting a fun backyard BBQ sponsored by Miracle-Gro.

Miracle-Gro came up with The Gro Project as a way to simplify gardening for a whole new class of gardeners and show that it can be easy, fun and enjoyable! While I am an avid gardener, I enjoy simple gardening projects as well.

Here are a few insiring and fun garden projects that are not only cute but super simple as well.

I am in love with this Toyrarium! I'm sure my girls would have a blast with it. The Ukelele Garden and Origami Garden would also be great conversation starters.
For my Gro Project I found this old bread box at a yard sale. The glass was broken so I removed it and gave the box a fresh coat of bright paint.

I will be filling the box with Miracle Gro Moisture Control Potting Mix, ideal for container gardens – exclusive formula absorbs 33% more water than ordinary potting soil and protects against over and under watering! This will be a huge bonus since the Arizona sun loves to dry eveything out.

If you would like more tips and information from Miracle-Gro check out these links:

Scott’s Miracle-Gro online (video and article library)
The Gro Project
Miracle-Gro Facebook page
Miracle-Gro on Pinterest

Don't forget to check back to see my finished project!!

Dual-Language Children's Book Review

2013-05-13T08:02:00.000-07:00

Children today are exposed to many languages at a young age. Through television, books, or even the grocery store. So it was no surprise that my five year old started showing an interest in speaking Spanish. Currently she knows a couple dozen Spanish words and can also count to 10 in Spanish. However, that only fueled her thirst to learn more. When I was asked to review a dual-language children's book I knew that I had to.

The book is called Bosley Sees the World. It is the first book in a series of 'The Adventures of Bosley Bear'. Bosley Sees the World is about a little bear that discovers there is a whole world outside of his cave. From climbing a mountain to swimming in the river, Bosley takes on new and exciting challenges and he explores the world around him.

The first time I read the book to my daughter I only read the English version. I wanted her to become familiar with the story before introducing any Spanish words. The second time I read the book, we went over each page, reading both versions. My daughter has read this book several times since then. She loves to read the English version herself then pick out certain words and ask me what the Spanish version of those words are.

Throughout the book there are simple words that kids hear and use everyday. Both the English and Spanish version of these words have been highlighted. There is also a guide in the back of the book to further help parents translate these words.
One thing I would like to see with this book is a CD or even a link to a webpage where kids can listen to the pronunciation of each word.

Overall, Bosley Sees the World is an amazing book, but more importantly, my daughter loves it. Simple phrases and repeat words make this book easy to read and simple to understand. The book is geared toward toddler and pre-school age children. At this age, children are able to absorb a large amount of information making it the perfect time to introduce a new language. One thing I would like to see with this book is a CD or even a link to a webpage where kids can listen to the pronunciation of each word. Currently Bosley's adventure is being sold in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Arabic.

If you are interested is in learning more about Bosley's Adventures click here.
If you would like to purchase Bosley's Adventures click here or here.
You can also follow Bosley's Adventures on twitter and facebook.

I received no compensation for this review other than a free copy of the book. All of these opinions are 100% mine.

More the Merrier Monday

2013-05-12T18:00:00.000-07:00

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