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With schools dismissing and the weather heating up, surely long days by the sand are on the minds of families everywhere. Unfortunately, not everyone can take the time to visit sandy shores and crashing waves this summer, so a home makeover is needed to create the same relaxing feeling.If you are looking for a great way to update a room or two in your home to make an oasis, see below for some great ideas of how to bring the beach to you without setting a foot outside your home. Light up the …

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and there’s only so many homemade coupons to clean out the garage that can be useful. Do a little forward thinking this Mother’s Day by shopping early and getting her something she will truly treasure.A special gift doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg, and something that is handmade combined with a thoughtful package can be just as good as all of the diamonds in the world to her. If you are looking for ideas on how to celebrate the woman in your li …

Weddings can be a reflection of the couple on the big day, but not all budgets are created equal. Some couples not only choose to get more creative with their decorations, but it can sometimes become a necessity when a couple is trying to focus the budget on more important things.The great news is that picture frames can be incredibly versatile when using them for a wedding reception. For some great ideas on how to use your favorite frames for your big day, see below.Use a large antique fr …

Each year, as the school days wind down, teachers can be reaching for end-of-the-year lesson plans to provide fun and educational instruction for their kids. One of the best ways to get children interacting is with science experiments, as they are hands on.Many kids learn by doing, and not by seeing, so these experiments are an easy and safe way to keep your students interested, and learning for the rest of the year. See below for some great lessons that can be taught with everyday mirrors …

April showers may bring May flowers, but for a mother of school-aged kids, a rainy day can mean a day stuck indoors with bored little ones. Thankfully, there are plenty of indoor activities you can do in your home, and crafting is a great way to spend hours being creative and having fun.If you are looking for great crafts to do on your rainy days in, see below for some ideas on how to use everyday household items to make something ordinary extraordinary again, and have a great time doing it …