Delighted Momma Natural ant killer - Guide to the most efficient natural ant killer Amazingly Effective, Nontoxic Fly Repellant Flies seem to be everywhere this time of year. I was out at a local farm just yesterday and the flies were very noticeable and quite annoying as I went about my work. Seeing all those flies reminded me of a simple, nontoxic and very effective fly repellant that I observed in action at one of my children’s field trips a couple of months ago. The class was visiting a petting farm with a large open barn where donkeys, horses, goats and other livestock were available for the children to observe and interact with. Despite so many animals in a small semi-enclosed area, there were no flies buzzing around! He explained that a clear bag of water with a penny at the bottom would repel the flies very effectively. “Why the penny at the bottom of the bag?” Grandpa the farmer answered that he wasn’t exactly sure but the penny did seem to increase the effectiveness of the hanging bag of water alone. Try this fly repellant method for yourself! More Information Nontoxic Pest Control Ideas that Work
How to Escape from Zip Ties In our How To Escape and Evade in an Urban Environment article, we briefly discussed escaping from zip ties. There are quite a few hasty methods of illegal restraint, and zip ties are a method that’s available to any would-be kidnapper. A few of the other methods seen are duct tape, rope and phone cord, but with a little education you’ll see that all of these methods can easily be defeated. There are two things you’ll need in any escape situation, and without these two things, nothing we’ll show you will work. Those two things are time and opportunity. Your captors are most likely not going to have the resources or the patience to keep eyes on you constantly, and when they don’t, it’s time to make your move. Update 2015: We’ve recently put together this comprehensive how to video guide on escaping illegal restraint. The best way to defeat any type of restraint is to first analyze how it works. Click here to view all videos on YouTube Breaking Zip Ties Shimming Zip Ties Friction Sawing Zip Ties
Craft Page: How to make Non Toxic Natural Craft supplies and materials for kids. Healthy, eco friendly, green paste, dyes, glue, glitter, clay, paper,paint, play dough, more Natural Bubble Soap Solution Tools needed for this project Container like Plastic jar 1 cup water 2 Tbs light karo syrup or 2 Tbs glycerin 4 tablespoons dishwashing liquid Directions: Mix together and have fun! For Colored Bubbles: Containers 1 cup granulated soap or soap powder 1 quart warm water Liquid food coloring Plastic straws Dissolve soap in warm water. Handmade Paint Brushes for Kids Make paint brushes from a variety of recycled materials! Make Non Toxic Glitter This glitter can be used for almost any type of project and may even be mixed with glue for special crafts Tools needed for this project Baking Pan Jar 1/4 cup of salt (or granulated sugar) 1/2 teaspoon of LIQUID food coloring Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Oven for 10 mins Directions: 1/2 cup coarse salt (non iodized) or 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 -10 drops food coloring (a drop at a time), adjust for desired color Measure salt or sugar into a clear jar with a tight fitting lid. Make Non Toxic Chalk Sticks Directions: Tips:
A Cozy Winter Engagement Shoot I am cuddled up working from home this afternoon, spending some quiet time with my pups. (My favorite thing to do after a business trip.) It’s sunny now, but Syracuse has been hit hard with lots of snow (again) the last few days so the snow is everywhere and there is no shortage of cold, making me kind of love this cozy winter engagement shoot shared by the lovely Emily and Bethany. All of the rustic, Nordic inspired details feel just right for romantic and snowy engagement photos, and I love how sweet Ingrid and Colby look together. Big cozy blankets, mugs of hot cocoa, camp lanterns and pine cones are the perfect little details for a winter celebration. Vendors - Photography: Emily Steffen Photography Styling + paper goods: Bethany Hway Attire: Lands End Jewelry + accessories: Arise Designs
Emergency Meal Kit Challenge! The first three days of any emergency crisis are always the most critical. It's not that problems can't or won't occur after the initial event, but psychologically, people are dealing with the trauma of the moment and it can be difficult to think about something as simple as preparing a meal. Especially if one has the added challenge of the grid being down... no electricity, no gas, no water. Imagine for a minute... a hurricane, earthquake, flood, or tornado has hit your town (one of these scenarios should cover just about everyone). Most of the town's infrastructure has been destroyed and mass casualties have traumatized the citizens. Are you tracking with me? Having three days worth of meals ready to prepare would be wise, would it not? Here's an example for a lunch or dinner idea based around tuna: Everything would be placed in a box and labeled "Tuna Meal". Now imagine that you had 3 days worth of these meals, each in their own box, ready to go! Meet the Challenge!
20 of my favorite free fonts! I love to designing. I don't know how good I am yet, but I love it. My favorite part of designing? messing with fonts. I'm so obsessed, there's so many...and so many things you can do with them. Oh they're great. Long story short, I thought I'd share my favorites with you! xo, rach I woud love for you to share this picture on your blog? 37 Recipes How To Make Gifts In A Jar omemade gifts in a jar are easy and cheap to make! To make these homemade gifts in a jar simply layer the ingredients per the recipe, add a ribbon and cute tag for a practical and stylish gift. These homemade gifts in a jar are also perfect gift-giving ideas for any occasion throughout the year. Here are 37 homemade gifts in a jar complete with recipes and lots of pictures so you can make them at home for your friends and family. Homemade Gifts in a Jar 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Pies In A Jar 7. 8. 9. Cakes In A Jar Recipe 10. 11. 12. Jar Cookie Mix Recipes 13. 14. 15. 16. Jar Soup Recipes 17. 18. 19. Homemade Mixes In A Jar 20. 21. 22. Homemade Bath Salts 23. 24. Mason Jar Craft Ideas 25. 26. 27. 28. Kids Reward Jars 29. 30. Homemade Bubble Bath 31. 32. Holiday Gifts In A Jar Recipes 33. 34. 35. Homemade Christmas Presents 36. 37. More Homemade Gift Ideas
{Ella Claire}: My Top 16 Favorite {FREE} Fonts Hi everyone! I have had several questions about the different fonts I have used in a couple of my designs, so I came up with this little list for you~ My top 16 favorite free fonts! 1. Wisdom Script {click HERE} 2. Abraham Lincoln {click HERE} 3. Octin Vintage {click HERE} 4. (**Update: On the Co op site where it asks you how much you want to pay for the font, put $0 in the box to get it for free. (**Update #2: Please be respectful and abide by each font's terms of use. Thanks for reading! P.S. *If you would like to see more fonts, you can see my Top 16 Favorite Free Fonts for Valentines and Love Letters {Here} Signature Scrapbooks Blog Freezable Foods — yup, you can freeze all of this! Lately I’ve been talking a lot about freezer foods – keeping the freezer stocked, saving time and money by cooking from the freezer, and more. And apparently all of you are very interested in freezer foods because I’ve received all kinds of questions, asking what foods you can and cannot freeze. While I don’t claim to be a “Freezable Foods Expert”, I have frozen more than my share of foods over the last few years; and I’ve taught classes on freezing, drying, and canning. So with that said… Here’s my list of freezable foods. I’ve personally had success freezing everything on the list below. 1. I’ve been known for baking huge batches of sweets in one day and then freezing them for our enjoyment over the next few months. Brownies & Cookies: Yup, I do it all the time. Breads, Buns, Muffins, and Rolls: Just double-bag them to prevent freezer burn and they should be fine for several months Cupcakes & Cake: Yes, I’ve frozen cupcakes and even full cakes! 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. What did I miss?