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Learn this chip bag fold and you will never need a clamp ever again! Have you ever had a bag of unfinished potato chips which you want to keep fresh? These simple steps will allow you to close the potato chip bag without using a clip or clamp.

The Chip Bag Fold

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Build a Laundry Basket Dresser

http://ana-white.com/2010/11/laundry-basket-dresser This really wasn't my idea. I have some smart sisters. They looked at the piles of laundry in my tiny laundry room, and said, Ana, what if . . .

How to Declutter - Decluttering Tips at WomansDay

The more mountainous those piles of mail become and the more crowded your countertops get, the more exhausting decluttering your home can seem. But if you divide it into pieces, it won't be nearly as daunting. Here, your week-by-week plan for a clutter-free home—minus all the hassle. Week 1: Attack the Obvious Begin with the area that’s motivated you to declutter in the first place. It’s likely that something has pushed you over the edge: that pile of unopened mail or the heap of clothes in the laundry room. “Whatever you do, don’t start with family heirlooms,” says Barry Izsak, an Austin-based certified professional organizer. http://www.womansday.com/home/organizing/wds-12-week-decluttering-plan-115867
http://www.recyclebank.com/live-green/cast-iron-greenest-choice-cooking#.T7S3-VLhe6I Dependable, that’s what cast iron is. It will last for centuries if properly cared for, and it has a natural non-stick surface that’s eco-friendly. Dependable, that’s what cast iron is. It will last for centuries if properly cared for, and it has a natural non-stick surface that’s eco-friendly. When I was a bride, my Granny gave me two of her cast iron skillets.

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http://thefrugalfairy.com/2012/01/14/25-clever-ideas-to-make-life-easier/ Here are clever ideas to make life easier. To see the complete list of 25 go here . You can pin the pics directly to Pinterest by hovering your mouse over the pic then clicking the “pin it”! Via: amy-newnostalgia.blogspot.com Why didn’t I think of that?! We guarantee you’ll be uttering those words more than once at these ingenious little tips, tricks and ideas that solve everyday problems … some you never knew you had!

25 Clever Ideas to Make Life Easier

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It's Just Me: An Unfinished Table to Perfection

Hi guys ... How ya doin? I've had the "create" bug lately.

Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day

http://www.makeandtakes.com/warning-easiest-recipe-for-homemade-bread And I’m not even kidding!
http://goodideasandtips.com/2011/05/really-random-tips/ First, let me explain…..My grandma sent these to me, and thought they were too good, not to share!! Some of the tips you may already know or have thought of, but some of them are original! Have Fun Learning Some New Things with these Really Random Tips !!

Really Random Tips |

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Kitchen Cleaning Help

Sometimes the solutions to your problems are as close as your pantry shelf. For counter-top stains caused by coffee, tea, or juice spills, for instance, just grab that box of baking soda you usually reserve for your favorite cookie recipes. Then mix three parts baking soda with one part water to create a paste.

Sourdough Bread – The Basics » Annie's Eats

http://annies-eats.net/2011/02/03/sourdough-bread-the-basics/ Do you have a favorite kind of bread?
This year, I've fallen completely head over heels in love with maple syrup.

precious as gold

As I mentioned before , I've been pining for a headboard for a while now.

THE STUDIOLO: DIY Tufted Burlap Headboard