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How Much Does Your Bottled Water Really Cost You?

Plastic BottledPeople are not only concerned with the high cost of bottled water to our wallets and the environment, but also the low quality. Here is what New York Times columnist Bill Marsh had to say in a recent article:  “Those eight daily glasses of water you're supposed to drink for good health? They will cost you $0.00135 -- about 49 cents a year...

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Ribbon FlowerCraft Ebook: Ribbon Flower

By Shiloah Baker

Home decorating items can be pricey when you shop at a craft store.  Making your own is inexpensive and you can control the colors and finished outcome of each item.  This ribbon flower was incredibly easy and fast to make.  It will make a lovely addition on a peg, door knob or simply hanging on the wall.

Price: 99¢

 


 



Digital Art Canvas Tutorial
Written by Paige and Brooke   

Digital Art Canvas TutorialI was in a little store in town today called "Zazzy's" and saw some digital canvases on the wall which inspired me to try and make something similar myself.

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Old Shutter Clipboard
Written by Marie Greene   

Old Shutter ClipboardToday I'm sharing a use for old shutters (or at least, I think that's what this is), and you need only know how to use a paintbrush, twist wire, and use an electric drill (or have a drill-savvy friend/loved one who can help).

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Sunny Sunflower Wreath
Written by Shiloah Baker   

Take some of the raffia, as thick as you'd like it to go on, and wrap it around the entire wreath. To end, take a piece of wire and secure it to the wreath.

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The Country Eucalyptus Swag
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Written by Shiloah Baker and Susannah Butikofer   
Country Swag

This swag is themed around the English country floral print and matching red plaid from Waverly.   As we were putting this swag together, my friend and I spent an hour in the floral section of Hobby Lobby putting together just the perfect flowers and contrasts for this swag.

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