I’m often told, “Your Goodwill is so much better than mine. I never find half the stuff you do, Kathryn.” And while I’ve gotten lucky a few times, there are three main categories of items that you can find at virtually ANY thrift store or garage sale to organize and decorate your home. You don’t need to find a special store or have crazy thrift-store luck. Here are some quick ideas to get you inspired and help you shop thrift like a pro.
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.*
Toy clutter have you beat? Here’s what works for us to keep toys in check and our home organized… or at the very least easy to clean up.
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.*
My first spoof video that captures the mind of a dedicated Dollar Store fanatic. So…all of us 😉 Subscribe to my channel for actual tips to get a bang for your buck and not end up like me in this video. Buying all of the things…because they are only a dollar. I hope it makes you chuckle today. 😉
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.*
The Halloween costume options at Dollar Tree are AMAZING in 2016! In this haul I share easy DIY costumes for your kids whether you are trick-or-treating for Halloween or creating a budget friendly dress-up closet. We hope you enjoy. Kudos and thanks to the models. 😉
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are genuinely my own.*
I’m partnering with O-Cedar to bring you five tips for a cleaner home, starting with your floors. I already owned their mop before this collaboration, and I knew how well it works! Achieving a clean home with kids can be hard, so these are realistic solutions for busy families.
TIP 1: CREATE A SHOE-DROP ZONE
TIP 2: EMBRACE THE VACUUM
Or at a minimum the hose extension. I really don’t sweep much. I just vacuum my floors, under the table, and even right on the table for crumby messes. It’s fast. It’s easy. And it WORKS. Check out this article https://cleanhomeguide.co.uk/best-shark-vacuum/ for reviews on some of the best shark vacuums. I fully recommend a cordless vacuum cleaner such as the Eufy Homevac for cleaning the house, as it’s just super simple and easy to use. If you don’t have one, check out these ones recommended by Appliance Hunter.
TIP 3: GET A SPIN MOP
We love our O-Cedar Easy Wring Spin Mop and Bucket System. I picked mine up on Walmart when my previous mop kicked the bucket. It’s awesome because you don’t have to bend to use it, you can control the amount of water that goes on the floor (perfect for wood floors), and it’s FAST. Like really fast. Plus no streaks. I paid for it using my own money, so when the brand reached out and wanted to partner with me AND give 6 mops away (see above), I jumped at the chance!
TIP 4: MAKE YOUR OWN FLOOR CLEANER
To clean my floors I use a 1:4 ration of distilled white vinegar to water with just a few drops of dish soap. It’s worked super well for us and is all natural!
TIP 5: REFRESH YOUR CARPETS
Sprinkle baking soda on your carpets. Let sit for 20 minutes and vacuum up. This makes your carpet soft and plush again, plus your home will smell amazing!
How do you keep your floors clean? Leave a comment below!
* Sponsored by O-Cedar. I already owned this mop and know how well it works, so this was a fun collab! All opinions are genuinely my own. Giveaway ends September 29th, 2016 at 12:00 am EST. US only. Six (6) winners will be chosen. Winners must be 18 or older or have parental permission. Winners will be selected randomly by Rafflecopter within a week of the giveaway ending and be notified by email. Winners have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is selected. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, and Youtube are in no way associated with this giveaway. By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone. I will use your information only for the purpose of contacting the winners.*
Here are cheap ways to decorate your room or home using all Dollar Tree products. Many of you leave me messages saying that your dollar store doesn’t carry the items mine does (or they are always sold out by the time you get there), but these find are pretty much year-round staples (apart from the Calendar, but stores seem to have a lot of them), so hopefully they are doable and findable at your local store!
SHOP THIS VIDEO
PHOTO PROMOTIONS CODES (active as of posting):
Shutterfly: 50 FREE 4×6 prints for new customers
York Photo: 100 FREE 4×6 prints w/the code YORK100FREE
DIY COASTERS
Mod Podge
For more durability, seal with acrylic spray (optional)
SHARPIE PLATES
Oil-based sharpies work best for this project
Plate Hangers
How to bake:
1. Clean plate with rubbing alcohol
2. Practice design on paper and then draw on mug. Regular Sharpies don’t work as well. Get an oil-based option. If you aren’t eating off of them, it doesn’t REALLY matter, but the oil-based will give you more longevity and be more true to color.
3. Let FULLY dry (24-48 hours)
4. Put plates in a COOL OVEN and then turn on. You want it to heat gradually. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
5. Bake for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Turn off the oven and let cool fully before removing.
WALL DECALS
http://www.mainstreetwallstickers.com
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Links contain affiliates.*
One of the most frequently asked questions I get is, “How do I organize food storage containers? My cabinet is a mess. I organize them from time to time and it just becomes crazy again!” Here are 7 tips to get you started and how we keep our cabinets in check!
SHOP THIS VIDEO:
Metal pull out drawers
White pull out drawers (as featured)
Budget friendly glass containers
My personal favorite click lids
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.*
You asked for more, so here it is! Quick and easy five minute breakfast and lunch prep ideas. This is a collab with our friend Jen from How Jen Does It. You can see her video here.
Overnight Oats Recipe
1/2 cup steel cut oats or oatmeal
1/3 cup greek yogurt (we used vanilla)
1 Tablespoon chia seeds
1-2 Tablespoons honey
1/3 cup Almond Milk
Whisk to combine in Mason Jar. Refrigerate overnight and top with berries. So yummy and healthy! (If you’ve never tried overnight oats, the oatmeal will soften in the jar overnight. Best served cold).
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Links contain affiliates.*
We spent a long weekend on Kiawah Island near Charleston, SC. Join the fun with us and the kiddos in this Weekend in the Life vlog 🙂
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.*
In this DIY video I’ll share with you how to make a chore chart using all $1 products. This is great for kids and adults alike can can easily be customized for the chores you need done around you house. Best of all, it’s REALLY CHEAP!
*This is not a sponsored post. All opinions are my own.*
