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With the onset of Autumn and cooling off of the outdoors spiders start moving into our homes. They may be hiding in the attic, in the corners, under the stairs or behind your cupboards.  Believe me they are there whether you want them to be or not. Learn how to get rid of spiders naturally […]

Today we are talking about how to repel flies with these easy proven tips! Last week, we shared our DIY fly repellent method. I wanted to dedicate a post just for that recipe because it really is a great base to enjoying a fly free porch this summer. But, there are so many other methods to

How to make gel air fresheners that will make any room smell like a tropical paradise! Gel air fresheners are able to scent the air for a long time because gelatin holds its shape and the fragrance in it. How to Make Gel Air Fresheners These DIY air fresheners take about 5 minutes to make! How’s that

In this article: Learn how to get rid of mosquitoes using these natural mosquito repellent techniques. Do you ever feel like mosquitoes are just out to get you? It’s like they are drawn to you, and you alone and you end up covered in bug bites after just a few minutes outside. And, at least

When an emergency strikes how can you ensure that you have an endless supply of hot water even when there is no electricity? Endless hot water without electricity is no longer a dream! Even our modern world there are times that power outages happen for reasons beyond our control. At those times you will be

Have you always dreamed of escaping cubicle life and traffic jams to live off the grid,independent and free? You know, being self-reliant, building cook fires with wood you chopped, or cooking on an old wood cookstove? I did. But in all my daydreams, I didn’t imagine I’d make a whole lot of off grid living mistakes. Mistakes that could

Whether you’re considering going off the grid completely or you just want to become more self-sufficient, the hardest part for a lot of people is getting started. That’s why I put together my 5 tips for going off the grid. Check it out! Tips For Going Off The Grid #1. Choose the right location: While it’s possible to

Living off-grid has its rewards and challenges and heating your off-grid home in the winter can be quite a challenge. A little planning can go a long way towards heating your space efficiently and safely. Whether you are spending time in a small hunting cabin for the weekend, making an off-grid life, want to be

You can live off the grid just about anywhere, but some locales are more suited for a self-reliant lifestyle than others. There are many “best places to live off grid” lists floating around on the internet, but the majority of them focus on just one key aspect of setting up an off-grid homestead: weather. Yes,

Did you know that toothpaste can help you do so much more than just cleaning your teeth? Continue reading the article below to learn 20 amazing toothpaste tricks! Silver polishSilver cleaning costs a lot, but you should know that you can clean your tarnished silver items safely with toothpaste. Just rub some of it on