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Best Spring Projects for the DIY Homeowner
It’s that time again when DIY homeowner folks all over the country begin cleaning, organizing remodeling or renovating, as well as taking on a number of other general, household chores. We’re talking about spring, and if you want to finally tackle all of those tasks around your house and property that you have been putting off since last year, now is the time. When it comes to the annual springtime chore list, most of them break down into two categories; cleaning and home improvement. Although these are two completely different types of tasks, they still go hand and hand. Having a weekly, or monthly cleaning service will free your time…
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5 Valentine Gifts NOT To Give!
I am here once again to share a public service announcement. This time Valentine gifts NOT to GIVE!! Here we go with my list of Valentine’s Day do NOTS! 1. Forget. OhhhhMgeeee. Especially if its a new relationship. Even a dinner out or a single rose is better than forgetting. Forgetting. BAD! Of course, jewelry is ALWAYS an option. A-L-W-A-Y-S!! 2. Household appliances. A vacuum cleaner or cast iron skillets are NOT a romantic gift. Now hiring a house cleaner? Oh that will make my heart go piter patter. Especially if she does windows! 3. Automobile accessories. Nope. I don’t need a charger for Valentine’s Day. Take my car and…
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Discover When You Should Keep Spiders In Your Home
Spiders generally get a specific reaction. For many people, it’s a feeling of fright, or a desire to stomp on them. It’s a reaction that is often instilled when you are young and comes from a fear of being bitten by these strange looking creatures. The funny thing is that there are approximately 43,000 types of spiders, very few of these are said to be dangerous, and less than thirty are capable of causing serious injury. In addition, death by spider bite is extremely rare. It may be time to cut them a little slack and chat to your local pest control company regarding the best way of managing them,…
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Getting Ready for Valentine’s Day
If you have a partner or someone you’re interested in and want to make a gesture, chances are you’re planning on celebrating Valentine’s Day this year. Historically, Valentine’s Day has its origins in the Roman festival of Lupercalia, which was traditionally held in mid-February. This festival celebrated the coming of spring, included fertility rites, and involved the pairing off of women with men by lflottery. Luckily, the tradition changed with time. By the end of the 5th century, Pope Gelasius I replaced Lupercalia with St. Valentine’s Day, which came to be celebrated as a day of romance from about the 14th century. Nowadays, Valentine’s Day is celebrated on Sunday, February…
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How to Add Ethnic Chic Style to Your Living Room
Do you want to add some chill, exotic and cozy vibes to your living room? Look no further than incorporating ethnic chic elements in your style. If you just combine a few ethnic pieces to your space, you can achieve a unique modern twist. Sounds attractive to you? Here are some ideas you can incorporate into your ethnic chic-inspired living room for a huge impression. Find the right colors When you think of ethnic colors, you probably instantly imagine something warm like burnt oranges, sunny yellows and deep reds that remind you of African sunsets, Australian dust and South American pottery. So make space for these colors in your…
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Why Starting a Business Could Be Easier Than You Think
If you’d love to be your own boss but starting a business seems like too big a challenge, get ready to think again. Although people assume that launching a successful startup is virtually impossible, there are ways to minimize risk and increase your likelihood of success. With this in mind, take a look at these four reasons why starting a business could be easier than you think: Funding is widely available Financial concerns are a big barrier to starting a business, but are your worries misplaced? It’s easier to access funding than it once was and launching a venture doesn’t need to be a costly endeavor. With crowdsourcing, seed investment,…
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4 Home Renovations You’ll Get Your Money Back On!!
There are a variety of reasons why you may wish to undertake home renovations. All of them will make you consider the current layout and how to adjust what you have to suit your lifestyle. Some of the most popular reasons are to add value, to increase space and simply to restore a new or tired home. But, unless you have exceptionally deep pockets you should consider balancing your renovations against the returns you are likely to get. The fact is that house prices are rising; if your renovation can increase the value of your home this may help you move in the future; if you decide that you want…
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The Most Dangerous Things in Your Kitchen Right Now
When you’re a busy family, most of your time at home is probably spent in the kitchen. Cooking and meal preparation can take up a lot of your time in general, but there are hazards in the kitchen that could pose a serious risk to your family. With many of these hazards, most people have no idea they exist. The following are some of the most dangerous things you might have in your kitchen right now. Cooking Spray There have been instances, including with one woman in Texas, of people sustaining serious burns because of Pam cooking spray. Pam is often used to coat dishes to prevent food from sticking…