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How to Clean a Humidifier & what to do when the Humidifier does not Mist

by Amber Edwards April 4, 2013
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It is that time again! It is cold, flu and allergy season, which  means everyone is bringing out the Humidifiers to help moisten the air and help to combat the colds! But unless you clean a humidifier properly, it can actually be detrimental to your health and well-being. Bacteria and mold can grow in the tanks and then [...]

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Crochet Edging Tutorial; How to Crochet Baby Burp Cloth, Crocheted Lace Edge.

by Amber Edwards February 14, 2013
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Those that know me, know I love to crochet. One of my favorite crochet techniques is edge crochet. Crochet Edging is simply crocheting a frilly crochet edge onto any project such as lace, table clothes, baby socks, burp clothes, shirts, skirts, and even fancy handmade cards. The combinations are near endless. So today I want [...]

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DIY Holiday Garland; Traditional Christmas Decorations with Pop Corn and Cranberries

by Amber Edwards December 18, 2012
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Each year we love to decorate our house for Christmas; but this year I wanted to try a more traditional Christmas decoration. But I definitely wanted to go with a homemade Christmas decoration. And then I got the idea to try out a holiday garland! You know the kind that you see in old western [...]

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Westcott Scissors make Gift wrapping easy #shopletreviews

by Amber Edwards December 17, 2012
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The one part I hate about Christmas is all the gift wrapping. I’m horrible at wrapping gifts! Well, not horrible; but it is so tedious and takes so long cutting all the paper to the right size. So when I can find something that makes gift wrapping easier I’m thrilled and I just have to [...]

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Christmas Potpourri Simmer Pot Recipe; All Natural Homemade Air freshener for the Holidays

by Amber Edwards December 5, 2012
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One of the things I love most about the Christmas holiday season is the fragrances! Without the smell of spices, citrus fruits and mint it just wouldn’t be a complete Christmas! I take advantage of many different ways to fragrance my home during the Holidays, but one of my favorites is our homemade Christmas Potpourri [...]

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How to Organize Papers, Children’s artwork, Documents & More #Shopletreviews

by Amber Edwards November 16, 2012
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As a mom and blogger, I find I am always collecting random papers, children's artwork, business documents, appointment slips, growth charts, and lots more! The list can go on and on! Surely there has to be a better way to organize papers of this nature than just throwing them into a drawer and forgetting about [...]

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DIY Spa Party Tips for a Ladies Night Out #NIVEAmoments #Cbias

by Amber Edwards November 15, 2012
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Every women needs a ladies night out every once in a while. Besides the traditional hanging with friends; one of the best things you can do is treat yourself and friends to a spa party. But going to a traditional spa can be pricey, so why not make your own ladies night out spa party [...]

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Bath Salts Recipe; Homemade Bath salt soak with essential oils.

by Amber Edwards November 15, 2012
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Every now and then; a woman just needs a good spa treatment with detoxing bath salts. But we can't always get away to a spa, or it's far too expensive. The next best thing is to create your own spa by indulging in some aromatherapy homemade bath salts in a warm tub with candles. Yet [...]

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Thanksgiving Crafts: DIY Hanging Turkey Hands #GluenGlitter Kids craft

by Amber Edwards November 8, 2012
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Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and I"m very excited to get started on the Thanksgiving crafts! I love doing Thanksgiving crafts because it is a great activity you can do with your kids. It lets them enjoy one on one time with you, explore their own style, get in touch with their creativity, and [...]

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Mom Tips, Tricks and Treats Party; Advice from moms to moms #MompactLNO plus Give Away!

by Amber Edwards October 26, 2012
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Halloween is just about upon us, and to join in the festivities I hosted my very own Mom Tips, Tricks and Treats party! It was an event where I gathered some amazing women to my home and we all shared tips and tricks that we have found useful in our homes to make being a [...]

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Doughnuts made easy, Doughnut Recipe in five minutes!

by Amber Edwards October 26, 2012
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A year ago I shared with you my experience with lazy man doughnuts. This last week, we hosted a fun Ladies night out where we all shared our favorite tips and tricks and treats. I shared with my friends how to make these delicious doughnuts. So now I thought I would share a complete tutorial [...]

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DIY Carbonated Juice, Make Sparkling Juice at Home #MompactLNO Mom’s Tricks and Treats

by Amber Edwards October 25, 2012
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My kids and I love carbonated drinks, but I hate the sugar content of regular sodas, so quite often we drink a lot of carbonated juice. But with buying sparkling juice in the store, it is so expensive! You can spend upwards of $3-4 a bottle of sparkling juice and it doesn't last very long! [...]

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Kettle Corn Recipe, How to make Kettle Corn at home; Mom’s Tricks and Treats

by Amber Edwards October 24, 2012
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I am a complete popcorn fanatic as I mentioned a while ago when I posted my Old Fashioned Popcorn recipe. But my absolute favorite snack is my homemade kettle corn recipe! What I found is I’m rather picky when it comes to kettle corn! My favorite brand of Kettle Corn is from Indiana Popcorn. But [...]

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How to make beef jerky from ground meat; with Hi Mountain Seasonings

by Amber Edwards October 17, 2012
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If you have been following us for a while, you already know we love jerky, so I’m excited to bring you yet another way to make beef jerky! Did you know that you can actually make beef jerky from ground meat? I often use ground hamburger from the store, but you can also make the [...]

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Sugared Almond Slices Recipe, A perfect salad topping

by Amber Edwards October 15, 2012

This weekend I created one of my absolute favorite meals; a creamy bacon and potato soup and a mandarin orange and bacon spinach salad. The salad called for sugared almond slices, but I couldn't find any in the stores. I love sugared almond slices, and I couldn't do without, so I went on a search [...]

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Smarties Lightsaber Halloween Handout Treat & Kids Craft And Give Away #IAmASmartie

by Amber Edwards October 11, 2012
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My kids are absolute Smarties fanatics. They love the sweet candy, especially the sour flavor! They always ask for Smarties, and they know that Papa (Grandpa) has a large stash at his house that they get treated to every time they visit. But more than just being a great treat, they also offer a great [...]

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Homemade Hi Mountain Jerky, How To Make Beef Jerky at Home.

by Amber Edwards September 19, 2012
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Growing up in Wyoming with a Dad and brothers that went hunting every autumn, one of my favorite memories was all the jerky we’d get every year. I love jerky! But the problem is that store purchased jerky is always so expensive and full of who knows what those ingredients are! I want a natural, [...]

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Perky Plus Stain Remover, How to remove tough carpet stains

by Amber Edwards September 14, 2012

If you have carpet you already know the trials of keeping your carpet clean. You know if you have kids it's not a matter of if, but a matter of WHEN your carpet is going to get stained. You can't always be renting those big machines to deep clean your carpet! That costs a lot [...]

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DIY Crafts Fashion Fabric hair bow No sewing Required.

by Amber Edwards September 12, 2012
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I love fashion fabric hair bows! Even better is when I can do them myself. I hate paying a TON of money for something I know how to make. I usually only buy something when they have a design, pattern or fabric choice that I can’t get or make myself. I also hate wasting fabric [...]

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Clothing Alterations How to Lengthen Pants No Sewing required #Mompact

by Amber Edwards September 11, 2012
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Why is it that every time I turn around it seems as though my kids have grown 3 inches? Do you have the same problem? It seems as though I am constantly having to buy new pants because the pants I bought them a month ago now look like pedal pushers from the 50′s. Wouldn’t [...]

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How to Freeze Peaches without Sugar, Taste Fresh Peaces Year Round.

by Amber Edwards September 7, 2012
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I love fresh peaches each fall! I go crazy over them, as if you couldn’t tell by all the peach recipes we featured last week.  I wish I could experience that fresh peach taste year round, even long after peaches have gone out of season! Sure you can buy frozen peaches from the grocery store, [...]

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How to Peel Peaches easily, Blanched Peaches

by Amber Edwards August 27, 2012
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When it comes to processing fresh fruit often times recipes call that you peel peaches of their skin. But really who wants to stand for hours on end slowly cutting away the skin? Plus, you end up losing a lot of the fruit in this process. The easiest way to peel peaches is by a [...]

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How to Manage Carpal Tunnel Pain, Natural Remedies and Treatments

by Amber Edwards July 26, 2012
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It has been quite a while since I was diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. At the time I was diagnosed the pain was so bad, I could hardly function in my daily life. I was scared that surgery would be my only option but I didn’t have the time nor the insurance or money to [...]

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Cleaning Tips; How to Keep Home Clean with a Toddler in 5 Easy Steps!

by Amber Edwards May 17, 2012
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One of the biggest adjustments to having children is trying to learn how to keep our home clean, especially when you have a toddler! If you have kids, you know what I’m talking about. This week I was visiting with some friends and they commented, “you seem to have it all figured out! How do [...]

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Your Child’s Been Invited to a Birthday Party! How to Prevent the Rush to Find a Great Present, Last Minute, and Within Your Budget!

by Amber Edwards February 6, 2012

We’ve all been there before; your child gets a last minute call asking them to attend a birthday party! It’s late, the party is the next day, and you’re too busy to make a quick dash to the store for a birthday present! What do you do; just not let your child go to the [...]

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10 easy tips to having a Fun and FRUGAL Birthday Party

by Amber Edwards October 4, 2011

Who doesn't love a GREAT Birthday Party? But who really wants the headache that usually goes with it? All the planning, the buying supplies, the invites, the crowds, and of course…THE COST! We found a few tricks and tips that help make your children's birthday parties be an enjoyable event for both the child and [...]

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