The Joy of Self-Reliant Living
In this article I’ll share with you the basic steps one needs to take to begin this challenging journey of simple living.
Home Life
Home decorating, repairs, and ways to recycle.
The Old Fashioned Touch: Envelope Seals
Add unique and stylish envelope seals to your special occasions with ease! Get great ideas and the latest trends from our selection of envelope seals.
Pillow Facts and History You Didn’t Already Know
Sure you already know that pillows can go on your couch or bed. And you already know that you can lay your head on them and rest or even sleep in comfort with the right pillow. But did you know that the history of the pillow can be traced by to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia? […]
Throw a Delightful Kid’s Cowboy/Cowgirl Theme Party!
You can throw a marvelous Cowboy/cowgirl party at home! We hope to inspire you to give your child a magical birthday!
Household Budget Tips
With a little planning and preparation, it is easy to lower your food budget and happily feed your family.
Simplify Your Life The Amish Way!
To begin with I am going to provide you with the top 5 ways to simplify your life as follows.
A Simpler Time
As we grow older the differences between then and now becomes more apparent, but it is too late to change it back, you must go forward. I have also learned you do not truly appreciate the simplicity of the past until you’ve survived into the future.
How The Butterfly Effect Can Change The World
“Be the change you want to see in the world,” as stated by Ghandi, is easier to accomplish than you think. The Butterfly Effect is a scientific phenomenon that proves that everything we do matters.
Simple Uses for Everyday Items: Lemons
Just reading the title may have already made your mouth pucker and or water. Lemons, believe it or not, have many benefits – some may have never even thought of before! Below are some reasons why you may be grabbing a bag of lemons the next time you are at the grocery store.
Carpentry Fun Time: Sawing and Measuring
ust like the title says, let’s get to sawing and measuring! Of course, we’ll need a saw. I suggest a hand saw, coping saw or one of each. Make sure that they are the correct size for your child.
How to Decorate Your Home with Old China Plates
One of the best ways to save money on decorating your home is by reusing items what you already have. Old china can look great when you use them creatively for the décor of your home.
What is The Best Type of Wood for Hardwood Flooring?
There are many different wood species used for hardwood flooring — some are better suited for the wear and tear than others.
The Benefits of Natural Paints and Finishes for Your Home
In most cases you will find the natural ingredients in natural paint to be a great alternative to the synthetic solvents and chemicals in other paints.
Types of Chisels
Your chisel can be one of your simplest, yet most useful woodworking tools. Its simplistic design makes it easy to handle and can help you to quickly solve a variety of problems. It can be used to remove big chunks of wood, metal or stone. Or, it can be used in finishing and to create […]
A Native American Teaching on How to Earn Respect
The following is an excerpt from The Wind Is My Mother, as told by Bear Heart: