A lip balm is one of those things a girl always has to have in her bag. Lip balms come in different shapes and flavors, from fruity to the classical ones which are rich in vitamins and help you keep your lips hydrated. But if you are one of those girls who likes to have her own little collection of lip balms and wants this without spending a lot of money, then the solution is to make your own. This way you can make sure it will be exactly what you were looking for. The recipe for a great lips balm: bees wax, coconut oil, a small piece of an old lipstick (for tint), Continue reading “DIY 5 Minute Lip Balm” »
If you want to make gardening an easier activity, you should seriously consider building a raised bed in your garden. Raised beds can have so many variations, but if you want one that is comfortable too, a raised bed with benches is the best option. This type of structure is higher than the regular ones and your back won’t hurt while gardening. Such a raised bed can be very helpful for elders, as they can practice their hobby without having to feel the pain of planting and harvesting while kneeling or bending. If you have a spare afternoon, you can cut the wood for the raised bed Continue reading “Learn How to Build a Raised Bed with Benches” »
Changing your old bed, doesn’t mean you have to throw it out once you buy a new one. At least not all its pieces! When it comes to the mattress it’s quite obvious how you can reuse it. But what about the other pieces of the bed, such as the headboard? Well, the headboard is not fire wood either, as you can make some changes and transform it into a bench. Just clean it, make small reparations if it’s damaged and then repaint the whole structure. Continue reading “How To Make A Pretty Headboard Bench” »
“Umbrella home” is a new and innovating concept that can help you build a sustainable home and save a lot of money in the cold season. The name makes reference to earth-sheltered homes that use a new technique, by placing an insulating “umbrella” on top of the house. The “umbrella” is hidden in the earth that stands for the roof of the house and insulates the soil that surrounds the building. Continue reading “The Umbrella Home: A Simple Underground House Design” »
Photos are one of the most personal and touching gifts you can surprise your loved ones with. Many times a photography can express more than words, so if you are looking for a special gift for someone, pictures can be an awesome idea. In the following video you will learn more about how to transfer an image onto an unusual surface, such as a stone. This is an easy DIY project and is perfect if you want to create a unique gift. You will need: a printed picture, stone (a clean one), varnish, brush, damp fabric and medium transfer. Start by covering Continue reading “How To Transfer An Image Onto Stone” »
In survival situations and times of crisis a fish hook can come in handy, especially if you ever get lost in a forest and have to fish for your food. With this very cool trick you can turn a can tab into a fishing hook in less than 10 minutes. The tools you’ll need should be a part of your survival kit. To make the hook you’ll need: a can tab, file and wire cutter. First of all, you will need to cut an opening Continue reading “How To Turn A Can Tab Into A Survival Fish Hook” »
Picnicking season is here, so you should acquire some cool accessories in time and go hit the parks. Any good picnic should include food, beverages and a good time. With this next cool item, you can drink wine at picnics like a sir, without being afraid that you will spill the precious and tasty wine. It is a folding wine table that was built to be used especially at picnics and which can be easily carried around as it has a handle. It is a beautifully Continue reading “Portable Picnic Wine Table” »
Sculpting vegetables seems a true art and it requires a lot of patience. If you feel creative and adventurous, you can try to make intricate vegetables sculptures at home. If you exercise enough, they can become the start of your next party as everyone will admire your artsy skills. You should start with the pieces of zucchini as they have a harder structure and can be sculpted easily. Don’t expect them to be perfect at a first try, Continue reading “The Zucchini Cactus Rose Flower (video tutorial)” »
If you would like to have fresh salads in your kitchen all the time, without having to spend money on them, you should create this vertical salad planter. The cool thing about this planter is that it doesn’t occupy a lot of space and you can place it almost anywhere in your garden. The planter will have removable shelves, so you can move the plants from one place to the other and even leave more space for others that require a larger area in order to grow. You will need pieces of wood that need to be assembled in the shape of the planter from the pictures. You can buy pre-cut wood, Continue reading “Amazing Salad Vertical Gardens” »
