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DIY Reusable Coffee Sleeve Tutorial
Last spring when I was in Hawaii, I frequented the Coffee Gallery on the North Shore of Oahu. Yummy good coffee can be found at the Coffee Gallery and I would highly recommend giving them a try if you are ever in the area. Anyhoo…as a souvenier I purchased a handmade reusable coffee sleeve made from the burlap bags the roasted coffee beans come in. Originally my idea was to try and replicate this sleeve using regular burlap, but when I tried it was an epic failure. The burlap bags the coffee came in were a much tighter weave and didn’t fray as easily, so now I am on the…
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Thrifty Thursday
This is the first of what I hope will be a regular feature on the blog. Each week I would like to showcase either a new thrifty treasure, or an idea that will save you money. Whenever I thumb through magazines or catalogs I make little mental notes of design trends, table-scapes, wall arrangements etc and then I try to replicate those designer looks at a much lower price. Kinda makes me feel like I’m getting away with something! If you are a brand-name kind of girl with unlimited funds this may not be for you, but personally I love challenging myself to find just the perfect piece at a great savings. Some…
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My New Breakfast Bar
I’m kind of a late bloomer when it comes to figuring certain things out. While many people are just naturally organized and good at routines and structure, I am more of a fly-by-the-seat-of-my-pants kind of girl, so it’s always pretty great when I find solutions to make my day run smoother. If your family is like ours, there is no time more hectic than the time before school begins each day. That’s why, even though the school year is nearly over, I’m so excited to share this idea with you. Lately, I have been obsessed with creating a cute coffee station in my house. In my quest for more ideas,…
