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Monday, February 24, 2014
Update on Progress
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
USB Electrical Receptical - Reduce Recharging Clutter and Cords
Leviton USB Receptacle |
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USB Electrical Receptical - Reduce Recharging Clutter and Cords
2014-02-18T05:57:00-07:00
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Friday, February 14, 2014
Homestead Ready Vehicle
The time finally arrived for me to sell my BMW and buy something more practical for use on a homestead in the sticks. I was glad to see her go in a way, but sad in another. She had high mileage and her starter was going. However, she was still a zippy little car and fun to drive.
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Homestead Ready Vehicle
2014-02-14T01:36:00-07:00
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Country Vehicle|Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo|New car|
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Monday, February 10, 2014
Mason Jar Monday - A Little Bit of Change
Mason Jar Bank Round Up!
Here are some clever ways to use Mason Jars to collect all that loose change floating around your house!
My Kind Of Crafty Etsy Store |
Paige Knudsen |
ACasarella.net |
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Mason Jar Monday - A Little Bit of Change
2014-02-10T06:21:00-07:00
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Sunday, February 9, 2014
Sears Kelvinator Country Kitchen Vintage Electric Range
I got it! I finally was able to score a vintage looking range for my Shouse. I found one listed on Craigslist. The gentleman that had it was moving. He was asking quite a bit more than I was able to pay so I wrote him an email with my offer. I was honest and upfront that I could not go higher, was not trying to be insulting, and was hopeful that, if he didn't have anyone else buy it, he would consider my offer. I was very fortunate that he took my offer of $300. I am so thrilled!
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Sears Kelvinator Country Kitchen Vintage Electric Range
2014-02-09T20:57:00-07:00
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Kelvinator Country Kitchen Range|Sears and Roebuck Country Kitchen Range|Sears Country Kitchen Range|Vintage Style Range|
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Saturday, February 8, 2014
The Best Toothbrush Ever!
Every few months I go through the ritual of replacing my toothbrush. This common, used- twice-a-day item is one that I am perplexed by each time. Looking at the variety of styles, firmness, and number of bristles is mind boggling for this most simple of hygiene items. I stand in front of the display and look over the variety, but the choice is normally influenced primarily by the bottom line. The bottom line is the price. I always figure if I don't like the one I chose, I will be replacing it soon enough so no big deal.
The other day while grocery shopping at my local whole food market, I was perusing the hygiene isle when I spotted this toothbrush. I found it intriguing. The number of bristles and the shape of the head were what caught my eye. Then I spotted the price tag. $9.99 for a toothbrush. No way would I pay that much for a toothbrush. Now, I am no fool. I know that many "natural" products or products marketed as "good for the environment" are often marked up significantly, especially at stores such as this.
The other day while grocery shopping at my local whole food market, I was perusing the hygiene isle when I spotted this toothbrush. I found it intriguing. The number of bristles and the shape of the head were what caught my eye. Then I spotted the price tag. $9.99 for a toothbrush. No way would I pay that much for a toothbrush. Now, I am no fool. I know that many "natural" products or products marketed as "good for the environment" are often marked up significantly, especially at stores such as this.
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Hunting for Character in Appliances
Look closely at the stoves I show here. What do you see? Look closer. Right! They are stoves that look like old-school wood burning stoves, but are, in fact, electric. How cool is that?
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Hunting for Character in Appliances
2014-02-05T06:11:00-07:00
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appliances|Cooking|Kitchen|vintage look|
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Monday, February 3, 2014
Keeping Lemons Longer - Store Them In Water
Will Lemons Keep Longer in the Fridge? |
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Keeping Lemons Longer - Store Them In Water
2014-02-03T07:01:00-07:00
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Mason Jar Monday|putting by|Storing Lemons|
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Sunday, February 2, 2014
DIY Safe Battery Recycle Container
Having created an awesome recycle center for my new shouse, I got to thinking about recycling batteries and creating a bin for that as well. While I will be using rechargeable batteries, many products will come with batteries that will eventually need recycled. Even button batteries from watches and children's toys should not go into the regular trash.
Saturday, February 1, 2014
DIY Recycle Center - IKEA Hack
I adore shopping in the Scratch and Dent area of IKEA. Every IKEA location has one. This section of the store contains items that are slightly damaged, floor models, returns (often with not a thing wrong but the item is already assembled), and items that are missing parts. It is also my favorite place to sit and people watch since it is by the front registers. During my last trip I found these fantastic trash cans that I had admired in the catalog.
Knodd bins are quality epoxy/powder coated steel. They come in three colors: black, galvanized, and white and have nice lids. I chose the white, although they are more of a cream color than white, which I really like. The finish is a satin finish, not a gloss. Each measures 20" high and have a diameter of 16.25", so they are not too large for most spaces. They hold 11 gallons and are ok around areas of moisture or humidity since the coating helps prevent rust. The ones they had in the Scratch and Dent section this trip were not really a scratch and dent, in fact they were not damaged at all. The bins I scored were simply missing their handles. Typically the Knodd bins retail for $24.99 each, but these ones were marked just $9 each!!
Knodd bins are quality epoxy/powder coated steel. They come in three colors: black, galvanized, and white and have nice lids. I chose the white, although they are more of a cream color than white, which I really like. The finish is a satin finish, not a gloss. Each measures 20" high and have a diameter of 16.25", so they are not too large for most spaces. They hold 11 gallons and are ok around areas of moisture or humidity since the coating helps prevent rust. The ones they had in the Scratch and Dent section this trip were not really a scratch and dent, in fact they were not damaged at all. The bins I scored were simply missing their handles. Typically the Knodd bins retail for $24.99 each, but these ones were marked just $9 each!!
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DIY Recycle Center - IKEA Hack
2014-02-01T07:02:00-07:00
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