August 2009
7 posts
100 Ways to Simplify Your Life and Mind | Learn... →
Rethinking What Makes a House a Home | On... →
E.gg Timer - simple online countdown timer →
And another great tool online.
Online Stopwatch →
Great tool.
Three Tests to Analyze Your Time Usage | Ian's... →
For those looking for time management improvements, this article packs a lot of punch in a quick to read small space. Anyone can use these simple techniques to get more out of the time they have available.
The 10 Skills of Painless Time Management →
This article is quite lengthy packing a lot of information in one spot. I would not change up my systems to accomodate all of these ideas, but it has given me many ideas I can implement or use to fine tune what I am already doing.
Take a look at the article and then take the time to look around at other things you can find on the site. It is a good wealth of possible ideas.
Summer - Surefire Ways to Prepare for the School... →
IT seems like as a family we are always in some form of transition. Most we know are coming. These tips will not only work for students, I can see that we can use them to better prepare for those transitions.
July 2009
4 posts
Crystallised Ginger →
I have several sweet recipes that use crystalized ginger that are great year round, but it is hard to find outside of the winter holidays. This will help.
VERTICAL VEGETABLES: "Grow up" in a small garden... →
Fans of my site will know that a shoe organizer is on my list of 10 Essential Tools for Starting to Get Organized. I use it during the sorting of most projects and often as a permanent solution. When I saw this I thought it was just too good not to share!
Articles » Will It Blend? « Fervr →
One of the main goals behind my personal desire for simplification and organizing is to be able to be free for more worthwhile pursuits. Having a better running home and play time with my family are a very big bonus, and are definately goals number 2 and 3 on my list. I just love the simple way this article expressed the way I feel about the multiple chains ‘stuff’ can put on us.
10 Community Conservation Ideas →
These ideas are great! The ideas are things I have seen and done myself, but they are offered as a way to get social with them instead of just as a family project. Done either way,these are all things that enrich our lives today and make an impact on the legacy we leave for tomorrow.
May 2009
6 posts
NASA Study - Plants Clean the Air | Zone10.com →
Many of the most effective household plants for improving air quality in the home (or office).
Does couponing have to be SO complicated? |... →
I am one of those that coupons in various fashions. Sometimes very regimented, sometimes not at all, usually somewhere in the middle. It does not have to be an all or nothing attempt to save. Just find what works for you.
Give up your giving up habit | Lyved →
I love this site. Another Inspirational and moitivating article!
Where to Recycle Everything for Cash | Seeing Good →
Add cash to your pocket while decluttering and spring cleaning.
Download Windows 7 - The Pocket Guide (RC1) |... →
A great site in general for tutorials and guides for Microsoft and Windows software.
75 Self-Improvement Questions ~ Success Demands... →
April 2009
25 posts
The Five Percent Rule: Blissfully Domestic →
A good habit to develop. There are numerous places in my own life where I could work on doing that little bit extra that would give a much higher return on my investment of time and energy. How about you?
Creative Chicks: Tents and TeePees Part One--The... →
Another memory maker. This one uses a card table as a frame. We had one when we were little. It was made of Brick red felt with swatches of green bushes and blue shutters beside the mesh windows. We wore it out over the years!
A bonus with making a memorable tent like this is it is much easier to clean up than the ones made with couch cushions sheets amd kitchen chairs.
Sproutz: Charming Idea #13 Reusable Make-up... →
What a simple idea! I have changed out a lot of disposables around the house for reuse alternatives, but I would not have thought of this one. How smart and easy.
My Tiny Sweet Cheeks: Tutorial Tuesday: Teepee →
What an amazing memory to make! Making something like this is not just a fun way to spend a few afternoons, it is something that will stick in their minds forever.
Design*Sponge » Blog Archive » diy project: gold... →
Another one today from Design Sponge. I love natural materials. This tutorial takes simple little stones and dresses them up. Simple and beautiful. LOVE it!
Design*Sponge » Blog Archive » diy project: kate’s... →
Purpose and function meets an artistic look. We have several keys on a seperate key rack because they are not often used. This would be a good way to store them out of site in the office while adding the function of a pretty magnetic strip. Clever!
13 Cooking Terms Worth Learning | Happy to be at... →
A nice list of commonly used recipe terms many beginner cooks may not know right away with their definitions to clear up any confusion.
Press Aluminum Cans into Ceiling and Wall Tiles →
Hubby and the guys at work are actually going to try this one out because of the large amounts of cans they all go through every day. I will not be casting a dye, but the thought gave me some other project ideas.
Poor-mans automatic sprinkler. →
Another timely feature for the garden worth trying.
Self Watering Garden - Using recycled water from... →
Interesting experiment. Our air conditioner is on the super shady side of the house, but it is worth exploring if the hose could be lengthened effectively.
Tip-Top Flower Pots: Maximize limited space to... →
ACT: Study Tips →
Instructify » Blog Archive » Lightning Bug lights... →
Looking Towards Heaven: Unexpected Gifts →
This That and The Other: Where do you buy fabric ? →
Heart to Heart with Holley →
momstheword: MY ROOM OF DOOM AND ME →
Simpleology: The Simple Way to Get Things Done →
Spring Cleaning Tip: Start with Old Pots and Pans... →
Know How →
Even MORE ideas for home projects. Similar to the Lowe’s Project Idea Library, this is another one of my top spots for ideas. Also, if you are a home owner or do anything with landscaping, make sure to sign up for the Garden Club. I have saved a bundle by using the extra coupons that come with the garden ideas.
Lowe's Creative Ideas: Idea Library →
From the Lowes website. Lowe’s Creative Idea Library. A large plethora of indoor and outdoor DIY projects. Videos, articles, and step by step how to’s. There are also many build it your self storage solutions including a basic bookshelf, a storage ottoman, a golf organizer, and so much more. The Creative Ideas Library is one of my top spots for idea strolling when looking for something...
Lifehacker - Switch to a Two-Week Grocery Cycle to... →
Fatwallet Online Coupons Search →
Lifehacker - YouTube EDU Brings Free Education to... →
Lifehacker - Beyond Life Hacks: Reusable Solutions... →