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How to Make No-Sew Reusable Shopping Bags

June 19, 2013
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If you want to make the switch to reusable shopping bags, but don’t feel like spending money on a set of bags, it’s easy to make your own from old t-shirts. This is also a great way to get a little extra use out of free promotional shirts, shirts that don’t fit any more, or [...]

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Link Round-up: Pretty up the Front Porch, Thai Ice Cream, Healthy Popsicles, and More

June 19, 2013
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Today’s link round-up shows us how to make the front porch prettier, make Thai tea ice cream, create healthy popsicles, and more. Enjoy the View showed us how to make a container garden. A Pair and a Spare created a macramé wall hanging and showed us how.

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Fun and Easy Summer Party Ideas

June 14, 2013
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My son loves having friends and family over, so having a big party is at the top of his summer vacation wish list. A backyard cookout is a classic summer party idea. If your guests don’t enjoy traditional outdoor games like volleyball or badminton, use spray paint to make your own giant Twister game board [...]

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Discount Printer Ink Is No Bargain When It Comes to Printing Family Photos

June 13, 2013
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Like most moms, I love taking pictures of my son. I often print out my pictures at home, simply because it’s more convenient than uploading them to a site like Shutterfly whenever I want to get copies of my favorite images for our family scrapbook. I used to be a big fan of using store [...]

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Storybook Blankets from Uncommon Goods Are Perfect for Book Lovers of All Ages

June 11, 2013
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There’s nothing I love more than curling up with a good book, a cozy blanket, and a huge pile of pillows. In fact, my perfect weekend involves spending all day reading on the couch. I already have a ton of blankets, but my son keeps swiping my favorites to build his own little reading nook. [...]

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Link Round-up: DIY Fun, Bangs for Your Face Shape, and More

June 8, 2013
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Today’s link round-up covers DIY projects, the best bangs for your face shape, and more. Bella Sugar talked about how to get the best bangs for your face shape. Delightful Curiosity demystified baby sling construction.

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An Honest Review of The Honest Company

June 7, 2013
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By now, you’ve probably heard that celebrity supermom Jessica Alba is part owner/founder of The Honest Company. A company that sells a line of products void of harsh chemicals. A company that focuses on families. The Honest Company carries everything from dishwasher pods and laundry detergent to sunscreen and diapers. What’s even better? You can [...]

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Link Round-up: Violet Fragrances, Afternoon Treat, Shoes, and More

June 5, 2013
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Today’s link round-up has a few inexpensive crafty projects, a dessert that borders on the perfect afternoon treat, violet perfumes, and more. Lipglossiping shared four violet fragrances you just might love as much as she does.

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Link Round-up: Mommy Guilt, Traveling for Work, Confessions, and More

May 29, 2013
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Today’s link round-up has mommy guilt, confessions, coping mechanisms, and more. Over at Babble, The Accidental Expert discussed how to handle business trips as a parent. At Babyrazzi, Debra Messing talked mommy guilt and divorce.

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