The Busy Girl's Guide to Not Living in a Pig Sty. Reuse Shipping & Packaging Boxes. Organized Stationery Kit. Repurposed Desk Organizers. 10 habits for a well-run home. Or should I have titled this 10 habits to keep mom sane?
One reasons moms can feel overwhelmed is well, because they are. They have so much to do, and a limited time to do it in. One way to overcome some of this overwhelmed feeling is to create some daily habits for taking care of your home and family. There may be different habits that you decide you need for your family, but these below will get you thinking. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Okay, before you go feeling like a total failure, and wondering how will I ever be able to do all these things, listen to me. Baby steps. What habits do you want to work on first? Do them consistently and teach your family to do the same. Gift Wrap Storage {from an over the door shoe organizer} ~ * THE COUNTRY CHIC COTTAGE (DIY, Home Decor, Crafts, Farmhouse) The last pieces to my seasonal items storage closet is the gift wrap storage solution I made for the back of the door.
You can take a plain over the door shoe organizer and make a wrapping paper organizer in just a few minutes. Ready to make your own? I picked up a plain shoe organizer at Wal-mart for this one. These are available at many retail outlets. I have even seen them at the Dollar Tree. First, I have many gift bags. Now you want one side (aka the back) to be the same width as the organizer and you want the other side (aka the front) to be 3 inches wider. This will give you fabric to gather in the front once we add some elastic. About 1 1/2 inches should be on either side like the picture below… Ready to sew? Sew up both sides. Ready to tackle some elastic? Sew to the back of your front piece. See..a perfect fit! I have a Crop-a-dile that inserts grommets and that is what I used on this project.
For the pouch, I installed grommets in the pouch and in the organizer. Homemade 409 Recipe in DIY, Frugal Tips, Homemade Cleaners. Like it?
Pin it! Save $$ on cleaning supplies with this Homemade 409 Recipe! Just a few simple ingredients, and you’re on your way to an effective and thrifty all-purpose cleaner! Homemade 409 Recipe: See Also: Homeade Glass Cleaner RecipeThe Frugal Girls in Frugal Tips, Homemade Cleaners, Recipes. Like it?
Pin it! Who needs Windex when you’ve got this easy recipe for Homemade Glass Cleaner?!? Homemade Cleaning Solutions are so easy to make, and a simple way to save BIG! Recently frugal friends Priscilla {who owns her own cleaning company}, Gaye, and Amanda shared their Homemade Glass Cleaner recipes with me on The Frugal Girls Facebook page! Homemade Glass Cleaner is quick to make, and so thrifty!! What You’ll Need: 1 cup Water1/4 cup White Vinegar2 to 3 drops Dawn Dish SoapEmpty Spray Bottle Combine water, white vinegar, and dawn dish soap in an empty spray bottle, and… that’s it! I have to admit, I am now completely hooked on homemade glass cleaner! It works so well ~ I love it!!