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Review: Just One Charm Pack Quilts and Frayed Edges

2020 was quite a year wasn’t it? While it certainly put a damper on a lot of activities, it wasn’t all bad.  Since we tried to stay home as much as we could I decided to take up a new hobby, and I chose quilting.  

I don’t know why I thought I should start big, but I did 😉  and made a lap quilt for my very first project.  It is far from perfect and I have SO much left to learn and improve upon. 

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Posted in Beauty Health

Skin Care: Why It’s Important to Take Care of Your Skin

Skin care might seem unimportant to some people, but that’s where they’re wrong. Learning about your skin and doing your best to give it some level of care is one of the best investments of time, money, and your personal effort. However, not many people know why it’s important to take care of their skin, and in this article, we’ll talk about that. So, here are some of the reasons why skincare should be an integral part of your lifestyle.

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Posted in This and That

Essential Jewelry Every Woman Should Own

A fine piece of jewelry can hold a ton of sentimental and literal value. Quality pieces can last forever, can be worn day or night, can be dressed up or down and can be there through all your life’s events. If you want to invest in the right pieces or complete your collection, here are the essential jewelry pieces you’ll love to own and show off.

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Posted in home

Expand Your Living Space with a Deck Builder

One of the things we loved about the home we bought eight years ago, was the backyard deck.  It allows us to expand our living space by creating an outdoor entertaining area.  When it needed replacing we thought about doing it ourselves but after researching a deck builder in San Antonio, Dallas and pretty much everywhere else in Texas, we knew it was best to go with a professional deck builder; and here’s why:

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Posted in home

How to Upgrade Your Home to Be More Eco-Friendly

Living more eco-friendly doesn’t mean you have to make huge lifestyle changes. You don’t have to stop using plastic all together or never eat meat again. Making small adjustments to your lifestyle to be more sustainable is more than enough.

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most out of your money
Posted in This and That

How to Get the Most Out of Your Money

We work hard to make money. Yet it can seem like a never-ending cycle of working hard and, subsequently, your money flying out the window. If you are putting in the hours and building the life of your dreams, money is a big reason why you do what you do.

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Posted in home

Four Considerations For Creating The Perfect Home Office

Many of us have started working from home recently and have found it beneficial. So, it’s no surprise that home offices are on the rise. And there are lots of ways to set up an office in a family home. With different needs and requirements, as well as tastes and styles, there’s so much to consider. Here’s just a few things you may wish to think about:

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knee pain
Posted in Health

5 Tips for Runners With Knee Pain

Knee pain can occur due to a variety of reasons. Indeed, arthritis and early arthritis being the top contributors behind it. But whatever the cause, it can cause enough discomfort to affect your day to day routine.

This especially holds true for runners, who find it exceptionally hard to cope with knee pain that stops them from their regular exercise. If you identify with this scenario, you would be able to understand exactly how challenging it can be to experience knee pain as a runner.

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Posted in Gift Guide

How to Make Your Husband Feel Loved on Father’s Day

Father’s Day is a special day for men all across the world, so there’s no better time to make your husband feel loved. Unfortunately, shopping for gifts can be tough. If you’re looking for ideas to help you make your husband feel loved this Father’s Day, we’ve got you covered.

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Posted in travel tips

4 Tips to Choosing Your Next Vacation Destination

With summer right around the corner, many of us are starting to look forward to a summer vacation. Maybe you’re hoping to finally plan some quality family time with the kids out of school, or maybe you’re just trying to escape the stress of work for a little while. No matter the reason, you deserve the trip of your dreams! Some people may have a dream destination in mind, but if you’re anything like me, you don’t always know where you want to go. Here are 4 tips to help you pick the best possible destination for your next vacay.

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