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Author: Kieran Schalkwyk

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Craft & Create

With the price of energy always going up, it's slowly becoming harder and harder to pay the electric bill. Here are some clever ways of cutting down your energy usage through some DIY tips that'll be sure to mean long-term money saving. Leaks When it comes to leaks, they can put up the price of your water bill, but did you know that air leaks can also cost you a pretty penny in your electric bill? Any doors or windows that don't seal properly will naturally let the warm air out, meaning that it's harder for your thermostat to keep the temperature consistent. A caulk gun can be handy in these situations, and clear silicon can seal

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Organization

Storage is an important factor that every household has to consider as their possessions expand to suit their lifestyle. Some storage solutions can also evolve with your lifestyle needs. Here are some transforming storage ideas for your living space. Adaptive Furniture Systems Furniture storage has been around for a while, but modern options include an adaptive or modular design that lets you add or remove parts of the furniture to suit any room. A small furniture system could suit a small home office, while a bigger one, like a large couch, could suit an entertainment room. Modular Shelving Like adaptive furniture, modular shelving is a clever way of making the most of your space and changing your storage based

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Finding a space to store all of your items in your home can sometimes be a nightmare. Some spaces just aren't that big to begin with, and in lieu of renting an expensive storage space, what else can you do? Thankfully, vertical storage is an ingenious way of using the vertical space in your home. Here are some great vertical storage ideas and hacks you can use in nearly any living space. Wall-mounted Shelves Wall-mounted shelves are a tried and true method of storing anything from kitchen essentials to books and knickknacks. Look at any bare wall you have and imagine it with a shelf. As long as the wall can be load-bearing and you are allowed

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Garden

Landscaping trends can fall out of fashion as quickly as they arrive. What some people thought was an amazing idea twenty years ago may now seem dull compared to modern standards. But some trends disappeared, and we don't really know why. Here are some landscaping trends that fell out of fashion for no good reason. High-Maintenance Plants Most modern-day gardens have low-maintenance plants and flowers, but this removes a lot of the hard work that felt great when it finally paid off. If you're looking for a rewarding experience, go for harder-to-grow plants in your landscaping, but otherwise, there's nothing wrong with going the low-maintenance route. White Gravel Many homes today are paved with black or grey gravel that

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Bathroom renovations can be costly endeavors that cost far more than what seems reasonable. Fortunately, with some DIY upgrades, you can have your bathroom looking fresh and unique, all without emptying your wallet. Here are some budget-friendly DIY makeovers for your bathroom. Mirror Frames Mirror frames can be hugely overpriced depending on the design, but if you're looking for your unique frame that won't cost much, look at using scrap wood to build your own. It only requires the most basic woodworking knowledge and you can add a coat of paint to make it any color you'd like. Countertops Countertops can get worn and scratched over years of use, if you have a countertop like this, then replacing it

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Health

It's no secret that aromatherapy has been used in many different applications for thousands of years. Essential oils from plants have been used by many different civilizations for emotional healing and spiritual repair. The way it works is all through scents stimulating your olfactory receptors. These receptors can change your mood in a matter of moments or even enhance your memories. It's a popular tool today and is used as an alternative way to deal with stress and achieve emotional wellness. Origins Aromatherapy has a long history across cultures like Egypt, China, and India. The natural aromatic scents of plants were discovered in these cultures, and soon, the practice spread throughout the rest of the world to

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Decor

Office spaces can generally look dull. Thankfully, there's one solution that can easily transform an office environment from drab to vibrant with just one addition—a plant! Office plants are easy to maintain and can make any office space come alive! Snake Plant For anyone looking for a hardy plant that doesn't require much maintenance, the snake plant is a great fit. It suits any modern aesthetic and can sit in indirect light with infrequent watering. It's one of the least needy plants on this list. Zanzibar Gem The Zanzibar gem, or ZZ plant as it is also called, is great when the office needs some decor that'll turn heads. The small plant is perfect when there isn't much space

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Organization

Fixer Upper, the renowned show on HGTV, would be nothing without its host, Joanna Gaines. She emphasizes using creativity to organize spaces that also end up being beautiful. She loves aesthetics but always uses her own flair for practicality. Let's delve into some products to help organize your home that Joanna Gaines approves of. Baskets for Versatile Storage Gaines wholeheartedly endorses woven baskets as practical storage devices. They come in all sizes, meaning they can suit any living space. You can use them to store the kids' toys, blankets by the couch for winter, or even kitchen items. Woven baskets never go out of style and suit various spaces. Vintage Suitcases for Unique Storage Vintage suitcases may seem like

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Garages can be functional spaces for more than just your vehicle. Many households have an empty garage that could be transformed into a wonderful storage unit or workshop with just a few DIY projects. Wall-Mounted Shelves What do all the garages have in common? Three solid walls that are normally underutilized. Wall-mounted shelves are a great and affordable way to make use of vertical space without cluttering floor space. These shelves should be completed in one day and cost only around $50. Workbench A workbench that can be moved around is perfect for people who need a place to do projects but don't always have the space to have one. A simple one can be made with basic carpentry