Preserving Florals Article By | Conley Koberg The last thing anyone wants to do after their wedding is throw away the floral arrangements they hand-picked and budgeted for. It’s no surprise that many brides explore preserving their florals to help hold on to the memories of the best day of … [Read more...]
5 Weekend Curb Appeal Ideas That Add Value to Your Home
5 Weekend Curb Appeal Ideas That Add Value to Your Home Article by | Tom Kraeutler, The Money Pit In today’s hot real estate market, whether you’re moving on or hunkering down, enhancing the exterior home appearance is a top goal for homeowners. During National Curb Appeal Month in August, … [Read more...]
Do-It-Yourself: Limewash Your Home, Because WHY NOT?
Do-It-Yourself: Limewash Your Home, Because WHY NOT? Article and Photos by | Lizzie West Find the printed version of this article in our digital edition online now (page 8)! Our home was built in the late 70’s and was the most beige thing you’d ever seen. We knew when we bought it that we would … [Read more...]
How to Reupholster a Dining Room Chair
How to Reupholster a Dining Room Chair Article By | Leslie Segrete, The Money Pit If you enjoy hosting large gatherings, figuring out how to fit twenty people around a table for twelve while having living and dining rooms that are both well-designed and functional can be a challenge! You can … [Read more...]
Bring Boring Drawers & Cabinets Back To Life For A Few Bucks!
Bring Boring Drawers & Cabinets Back To Life For Only A Few Bucks! Article By | Lizzie West After being stuck in your homes last week, you may be getting tired of looking at your furniture and cabinets, some of us by candlelight. You may even have thought you need new furniture because of how … [Read more...]
Easy Stone Fire Pit For Your Backyard
Easy Stone Fire Pit For Your Backyard Article by Lizzie West, adapted from Youtube Hanging out in the back yard with family or roommates right now is not ideal during the daytime. But once twilight hits, it's a little more reasonable outside to spend a little time outside of your house, playing … [Read more...]
DIY Budget Platform For Your Front Loading Washer And Dryer
DIY Budget Platform For Your Front Loading Washer And Dryer Article by Lizzie West There have been some big appliance sales lately and I bet some of you bought a new washer and dryer. They're probably fancy and have Wi-fi and all that jazz. However, you may not have wanted to splurge on the … [Read more...]
The Dude’s Guide to a Brazos Valley Wedding
The Dude’s Guide to a Brazos Valley Wedding Article By | Zach Taylor So, you’ve finally found The One. She’s everything you’ve ever wanted and you can’t wait to spend the rest of your life together. Now what? Well, first you’ve got to get that special ring; easier said than done. Everyone and … [Read more...]
Super Easy DIY Non-Toxic Playdough!
Super Easy DIY Non-Toxic Playdough! Recipe By Lizzie If you have little ones, or maybe you just need something to de-stress and work out your own frustrations, playdough can work wonders. And you don't even have to brave the stores to get it. You likely have everything you need right now to make … [Read more...]
5 Money Saving Tricks for a Happier Halloween
5 Money Saving Tricks for a Happier Halloween Article Courtesy of DaveRamsey.com We love Halloween. What other night can you dress like a hot dog and eat all your favorite childhood sweets without having someone judge you? The problem is, we may love it a little too much. According to the … [Read more...]
DIY! Backyard Mosquito Control
Do-It-Yourself Backyard Mosquito Control Article By | Mike Merchant1, Sonja Swiger1, and Steve Presley2 Concerns about mosquito-borne disease this summer are prompting many of us to learn what to do to reduce the chances of mosquito bites in our own backyards and gardens. Fortunately, there are … [Read more...]