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My Latest DIY Project (We Are Knitters Review)
Flurries are blanketing the city, radiators are rumbling on, and everyone is breaking out their puffy winter coats…that means it’s knitting season! Every winter, I bring my yarn basket down from the...
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How to Make Spring Cleaning Fun–for Haters
For someone so incredibly type A in so many areas of life, I am surprisingly messy at home. I know where everything is, but I usually cycle between having a super tidy, recently rearranged space and a...
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Small Changes for a Fresh Start
Exciting news, guys: I start a new job this week! Though we’re only three months in, 2015 has already been a year of big changes, so this season is about embracing them, learning to ride the wave, and...
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One Small Way to Clean Up the Kitchen: Fold & Store Reusable Bags
I wavered about even posting this tip, because I feel like the internet is going to laugh at me–am I the only one who didn’t know how to do this? How to organize reusable bags might not be the most...
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5 Tips for Stress-Free Summer Entertaining
Can we take a moment to appreciate how nice it is to have sunshine back in our lives? For all that I love Chicago and the Midwest, I spend the winter huddled in my sleeping bag coat, eagerly awaiting...
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My 5 Plumbing Tricks to Prevent Future Headaches
If you have a home, at some point, you are going to have to do some plumbing work and call in a professional plumber for help. Some people are just good at it, while others bungle their way through,...
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8 Safety Measures I Love About My Home Alarm System
Installing a security system for your home can be expensive, but failing to do so could cost you even more money in the long run. Read on to discover the top eight reasons you should either upgrade the...
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4 Sturdy Materials I Use to Build My Deck
If you have or would like to have a beautiful deck attached to your home, then you may have wood quality on your mind. You want your deck to be the best of the best, and you want it to be sturdy enough...
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5 Reasons I Hired a Professional Mover
Many people choose to hire professional movers for the big day, but decide they’ll save money by packing everything themselves. This is a valid choice—it’s certainly possible to pack everything...
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6 Features I Love About Quartz Countertops
When beginning the renovation process, you might consider various types of countertop material. Laminate, concrete and recycled glass countertops are all popular options in the current marketplace. But...
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5 Common Roofing Mistakes and How to Avoid Making Them
If you are on this website, you know as well as we do that a good foundation is just as important as a sturdy roof. Without something secure over our heads, we are not granted security or protection...
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4 Questions I Asked My Roofing Contractors
You’re a do-it-yourself (DIY) kind of guy. You’ve replaced your own floors. You’ve painted the entire house. You even replaced the doors yourself. So, naturally, you believe you can repair or replace...
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7 Reasons I’m Installing a Driveway Alarm
Homeowners are always looking for ways to avoid being a victim of burglary. There are a great many ways that you can help to protect your home from being targeted by criminals. One thing that is often...
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8 Reasons Why I’m Replacing My Lock
Having a door lock replaced or rekeyed is quite common. There are a number of reasons why people do this. It could be for security, peace of mind, or even from damage caused by everyday wear and tear....
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4 Tips I Wished I Knew Before Replacing My Windows
When it is time to replace your windows, you need to be aware of the various options available to you. Unless you are someone who is handy with this sort of thing, it is best left to the professionals....
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5 Reasons Why I Won’t Mow My Own Lawn
Many people argue that mowing their own lawn is the more reasonable and cost-effective option compared to hiring a professional mowing company to do it. However, before mowing your lawn, there are a...
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5 Ways to Reduce Stress on Moving Day
Moving houses is one of the most stressful experiences one can experience. Though you might be eager to move into your new home, you know there’s an endless list of tasks that must be completed before...
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4 Reasons Why I Prefer Condos Over Houses
Those looking to buy a home might be wondering if a condo is the right fit for them. Condos certainly have their appeal and while it might not be a good fit for every person, buying a condo instead of...
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6 Reasons Why I Love My Futon
If you have ever lived life as a young college student, or someone renting their first home and buying all the furniture it needs, you know why futons are the saviours of the world. They come in all...
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8 Best Apartment Pets for Small Apartments
How much love, time, and patience do you have to offer? If the answer is a lot, then perhaps it is time that you welcome home a pet to your apartment. Don’t worry about the space! There is no question...
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