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Finished the End Tables

4/4/2018

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Finally got nice enough weather to get these beauties finished and placed in the house! I am so thrilled with how they turned out! Now bad for being a little rusty in my woodworking skills.
For the process and downloadable plans --> Click Here
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DIY Rustic Wood End Tables

3/30/2018

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Last year we bought our first house. It is a bit smaller then the house we were renting, so some of our furniture didn't quite fit. So, I use that as a challenge to build our own. And boy have I been having so much fun getting back into using the power tools! :)

One of the projects I have recently been working on are end tables for our couch. I cruised Pinterest for ideas and found some table ideas I could use to build to fit our needs. I found one design that was very simple, but they were selling them for $160 - Holy Cow! That is totally out of our price range!

I drew up a plan, went to the local lumber yard (always support local businesses if you can), purchased my lumber and then took it home to get started. Luckily my husband is pretty on board when it comes to my crazy ideas. And, of course I am doing this in winter, so most of the project has been inside. And then having to wait for warm enough days to stain, seal, and poly.
Drawing out my plans before getting the wood and cutting.
Distressing the wood. That was the funnest part! We slid it up and down the gravel driveway.
After beating it into submission. Can't wait to see how this comes out once stained.
Finished putting the pieces together. I build two. So the one on the left is showing the box top, and the one on the right is showing it with the lid in place.
The kitty testing out how sturdy it is before we stain it.
Used a pre-conditioner for the pine (it prepares the wood so you don't get a blotchy stain finish) - Don't skip this step.
Used the stain we used for the hardwood floors. Minwax Espresso.
Sealed the pieces with Minwax Tung Oil Finish. Two coats, hand rubbed.
Look at those marks! I am so glad we distressed the wood before building them.
Look at that beautiful grain! Just gorgeous!
Download Plans
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DIY Valentine's Day Gifts

1/23/2018

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Click on each image to see the corresponding tutorial, printable, recipe, etc. ENJOY!
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Mini Mason Jar Candles
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Glow Valentines
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Chocolate Body Paint - ooh la la
Weebly - Websites, eCommerce & Marketing in one place.
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150+ Clever Valentines Day Sayings
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Hearts
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MISSION: Valentine Love Hunt
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Easy to Make Fabric Hearts
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Friendship Bracelet Valentines
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FREE Printable Hearts
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"You are the Sprinkles to my Cupcake" Valentine's Day Cards
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50 Ways to Love on your Family
Make this Sweet and Adorable Hedgehog Card by: Fireflies and Mud Pies - Full Tutorial
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The Ultimate Valentine's Date Night - FREE Printables
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Give the Gift of Poetry - They'll even show you how :)
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Fruit Roll-Up Fortune Cookies
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Dollar Store Valentine Creations
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Big Batch Barbecue Rub
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Make Heart Shaped Tea Bags
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Dirty Chai Instant Tea Mix
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Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Pops
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Glow Stick Valentines
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Pop Up Photo Box
Valentine’s Day Sale: Up to 65% OFF
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DIY Window Clings
{P.S. I do not take credit for any of these projects, I am simply promoting these for those that originally created them. I think all of these listed are Fun, Unique, and Clever}
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DIY Snot Stick (aka Sinus Rub)

3/12/2015

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My newest creation... The Snot Stick - LOL. It is like Chapstick for your nose. It has been essential to me in dealing with this sinus infection. I have Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, and Peppermint Essential Oils to aid in reducing the inflammation and to help open up my sinuses so they will drain better. I put it under my nose and on the sides of my nose.

P.S. I purchase my Essential Oils from Vitamin Cottage / Natural Grocers and they are all 100% Pure Organic. I also purchase my containers from them as well. As far as the Bee's Wax, I use from a local organic source.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 ounce brick organic bee's wax (grated or chopped up for faster melting)
5 vitamin E capsules
2 tbsp coconut oil
1.5 tsp cocoa butter
25 drops peppermint
15 drops eucalyptus
10 drops tea tree oil

DIRECTIONS
In a double boiler place bee's wax and coconut oil and melt on medium/low heat. Stir until the beeswax is completely melted. Remove from heat and add the cocoa butter and the liquid from the vitamin E capsules (do not place the casing in the mixture - throw casing away). Once the cocoa butter is melted, add your essential oils, and stir to combine. Fill your container with the liquid and allow to set for 2-3 hours or until firm.

Eucalyptus Oil
"How does it work? Eucalyptus leaf contains chemicals that might help control blood sugar. It also contains chemicals that might have activity against bacteria and fungi. Eucalyptus oil contains chemicals that might help pain and inflammation. It might also block chemicals that cause asthma." For more information on Eucalyptus Oil visit WebMD where you will find Special Precautions & Warnings for Pregnancy and breast-feeding, Children, People with Diabetes, and Scheduled Surgery.

Peppermint Oil
"How does it work? Peppermint oil seems to reduce spasms in the digestive tract. When applied to the skin, it can cause surface warmth, which relieves pain beneath the skin." For more information on Eucalyptus Oil visit WebMD where you will find Special Precautions & Warnings.

Tea Tree Oil
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How does it work? The chemicals in tea tree oil may kill bacteria and fungus, and reduce allergic skin reactions." For more information on Eucalyptus Oil visit WebMD where you will find Special Precautions & Warnings.

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