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Channel Your Inner Flower Child with this Quiz!

May 26, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

Spring and the start of summer is the perfect time to delight in all of the gorgeous flower blooms! Take a fun minute to pause and channel your inner flower child with this sweet, "What Type of Flower Are You?" quiz! And let me know what your result was--I was so surprised by mine!

***Thank you to Gilmour.com for sponsoring this post so I could introduce this fun quiz to help you find your own inner flower child!*** I inherited my love of flowers from my mother and there’s no better time of the year to enjoy all of nature’s glory than right now! Blossoms are blooming around every […]

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Filed Under: Gardening, Summer

Composting 101: How to Start Your Own Compost Pile

September 15, 2017 By Lindsay Houser 2 Comments

Always been interested in composting, but not sure where to start? We've got the easy how-to here! All your questions answered about how to start a compost pile. Your garden will thank you with an abundance of healthy vegetables!

I am sure many of you are no stranger to the idea of composting, but do you actually do it?  We throw away tons and tons of waste each year and a drastic amount of this is food.  What if I told you that you could save money by taking your food and putting it […]

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Filed Under: Gardening, Homemaking, Organization

4 Surprising Reasons to Get Into the Rock Painting Craze

July 28, 2017 By Anne Metz 6 Comments

Intrigued by the new rock painting craze? Check out these smart tips to ace out the how and why of this new trend. Check out this smart how-to and get on board with the fun! I love how smart the 3rd idea is!

Over the past few weeks, I’ve seen some beautifully painted rocks show up in my social media feeds and on Pinterest and I must admit, I was intrigued. I loved looking at the bright, colorfully painted rocks but I honestly had no idea why people were rock painting. The more I read about this craze, the more I […]

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Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Gardening, Homemaking, Summer

Grilled Tomatoes for the Perfect Summer Side Dish

July 21, 2017 By Meredith 2 Comments

Found! The perfect recipe for grilled tomatoes! Use the fresh crop from your garden and fire up the grill for this perfect family-pleasing side dish! The last touch at the end makes all the difference--love it!

***This post was sponsored by Heluva Good! Cheese® as part of an Influence Central campaign so I could share my grilled tomatoes recipe with you, and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.*** When late summer hits, we are up to our ears with fresh, juicy tomatoes from our garden–yum! While we delight […]

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Filed Under: Cooking, Gardening, Recipes, Summer

Get Rid of Insects with These Smart Plants

June 7, 2017 By Lindsay Houser 4 Comments

Tired of summer bugs? Check out these cool, natural ways to get rid of insects! You will love the sweet results and moreover, delight in the genius of these natural bug-repellent remedies.

Summer is here with its endless outdoor fun for your whole family. This year, the weather has been unusually mild and rainy which naturally brings along with it so many of our nemeses…bugs! The wet weather and heat makes for perfect sanctuary for all types of insects, and we know the threat of disease some of these bugs can […]

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DIY Fairy Garden in 6 Easy Steps

March 17, 2017 By Anne Metz 42 Comments

Have you heard about the magic of fairy gardens? Here's the simple how-to you need to craft your own DIY fairy garden at your own home! With these fab ideas, for pretty, simple, whimsical and cheap fairy garden accessories, your little fairies will be delighted and feel most at home!

I can’t remember the first time I heard about fairy gardens, but I do remember that as soon as I heard such a thing existed, I knew I would be making one! I don’t know what it is I love most about fairy gardens. Maybe it’s the tinyness. Let’s face it, miniature versions of full size counterparts are […]

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Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Gardening, Gifts, Toddler Playtime, Toys, Young Kids

5 Easy Ways to Preserve Herbs for the Entire Year

August 31, 2016 By Lindsay Houser 8 Comments

Have a bunch of fresh herbs on hand from your garden and want to store them to use throughout the year? Check these five genius, EASY ways to preserve herbs in your own home and enjoy them all year long. From dried herbs to freezing herbs, these are fantastic ideas! I would NEVER have thought of the third method!

Now that’s been a couple of months since I planted my raised bed garden, I am up to my ears in fresh vegetables and herbs! This makes my wallet content because it means I can dry and store my herbs and never have to buy them at the store throughout the year. With so many herbs, I […]

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Filed Under: Cooking, DIY, Gardening, Homemaking, Saving Money

3 Smart Benefits of Joining a CSA

August 22, 2016 By Lindsay Houser 4 Comments

Want the freshest and best local veggies for your family. Check out these 3 reasons why joining a CSA is such a brilliant move for your family, along with the surprising nutritional benefits you might not think of. Read this for the whole scoop on the ins and outs of a CSA and how to join!

We are in the thick of produce season, moms! Every year at this time I tickled to grab fresh, local produce and eat delicious vegetables grown in my hometown. If you followed along with my tutorial on how to build a raised garden bed at the beginning of summer, you may already have an abundance of fresh veggies right in […]

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Easy Steps to Building a Raised Garden Bed

April 21, 2016 By Lindsay Houser 11 Comments

Wanting to build a raised garden bed for your home vegetable garden, but aren't sure where to start? Here is the easy step-by-by step how-to guide to build your own--the very cheap, economical way! Take an afternoon and get ready to dig into your own fresh, home-grown produce with these easy steps!

Today we welcome Lindsay to The Mom of the Year team! Lindsay blows me away with her can-do spirit and enthusiasm for DIY projects. She’s the kind of gal he won’t buy a table, but instead will MAKE HER OWN TABLE. Lindsay is incredibly talented and creative, and I’m delighted to share her ideas here so she can […]

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The DIY Genius of Small Glass Jars

April 4, 2016 By Meredith 26 Comments

Looking to kick off a DIY project, add a fun accent to your home decor, store food or beauty products, or need quality jars for your product business? I am amazed by the long-lasting, money-saving quality of these glass jars. There is one for every size and purpose you need, but moreover, check in here for some fun ideas for how to purpose these jars in DIY projects that are simple, easy, fun and make great gifts too! I'll bet you never thought of the 3rd suggestion--and it's my favorite one!

When I was first asked by Infinity Jars to share their glass jars with you in this sponsored post, I was curious to check out their product identified as “The Most Decadent Glass Ever Created”. Could this glass really be that superior? Why did I need such quality jars? Would I have use for glass jars in […]

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Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Gardening, Homemaking, Organization, Saving Money

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