Category: Tips and tricks

This Simple Swap Can Elevate Any Space

white chest of drawers
If your furniture hardware such as drawer knobs and drawer pulls are outdated, your furniture likely looks obsolete as well. You can transform the furniture to look modern and new without replacing it by applying a fresh coat of paint and swapping out the hardware. Go over the steps you... [read more]

Trading In Your Vehicle Soon? Try These Tips

Shot of a happy young man cleaning his car with microfiber cloth on a sunny day.
If it’s time for a vehicle upgrade and you aren’t sure what you want to do with your current ride, we have some tips for trading in your car. Trading in a used car is easy to do and it will save you money on your new vehicle. Even if... [read more]

Don’t Put Your Graduation On Pause

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Graduation may be looking a little different this year due to safety concerns, but that doesn’t mean the day can’t be special! Graduates have worked hard the past few years so it’s important to celebrate their achievements no matter what. If you have a loved one graduating this year, take... [read more]

Build Your Own Raised Garden Bed This Season

Raised bed with organic vegetable plants in the garden, gardening for healthy food
If you're interested in starting your own garden this summer, you're going to want to consider using Oldcastle planter wall blocks for your raised garden beds. You'll save time, money, and hassle by using this tutorial! Plot and Plan The first step to creating your own backyard garden is to plot out... [read more]

Shop Smart And Save

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It’s just a fact that bills come around every month that you have to pay. You have to remember your rent, your electricity, and of course, your food. You might not think of it this way, but the food is likely one of your highest costs. Therefore, you want to... [read more]

Make Room For More Food With These Pantry Tips

Stocked kitchen pantry with food - pasta, buckwheat, rice and sugar .
When you’re spending more time at home than usual, you’re probably eating at home more often as well. And when that’s the case, you may find that it’s easy for your pantry, fridge, and everywhere else you store food to get downright cluttered. Once that happens, you may not be... [read more]

Take Care Of Your Ride This Winter

Car tire in winter on the road covered with snow, close up picture
Your car can take a beating during the winter. Salted streets, ice on the road, freezing temperatures, and snow can take a toll on your vehicle. We’ve pulled some quick tips from AutoTrader to help you keep your vehicle in tip-top shape this winter and keep you on the road... [read more]

Playlists For Productivity

Happy woman with headphones surfing the net on desktop PC at night.
The start of a new year can be very busy. From tasks at work to tasks around the house, it can be difficult to focus on just one thing and not let your mind wander. A great trick to stay on task and lessen the distraction of daydreaming is to... [read more]

Start The Year Off With Good Energy

Spacious and stylish home interior with old glass door and wooden parquet
Feng shui is thought to create harmony in a space. After the year we’ve all had, who wouldn’t want to achieve harmony in their home? The concept can be overwhelming, but we’ve pulled some tips from The Spruce to help you harmonize your home for the new year. Brighten Things Up A... [read more]

Make Special Memories This Year With These Ideas!

A man hanging up a unique pickle ornament on a Christmas tree
Starting and continuing family traditions could be considered one of the best parts about spending Christmastime with loved ones. Traditions that bond family members are often considered sacred, and are handed down from generation to generation.  With all of the hustle and bustle around the holiday season, it is important to... [read more]