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* This holiday decorating post is sponsored by Target. Of course you want your home to look inviting and festive this holiday season, but sometimes the idea of holiday decorating can seem like a daunting task, especially for a busy mom like yourself. Don’t worry, decorating your home doesn’t have to be complicated. You can…
One of the best things about DiY culture is being able to repurpose the items we find via thrifting and hunting at vintage shops into beautiful statement pieces that make our homes look just as good as the home of someone with an unlimited decorating budget. If you’re new to the thrifting/budget/DiY world and are…
Even though the easiest solution to a summer heatwave is to turn the A/C on full-blast, there are more economical ways to get your cool on. Service your A/C unit. If you do plan on running the A/C, have it services by a reputable company like Berkeley so that it runs at peak performance….
Staying in shape is important, but the dieting world is full of confusing advice and contradictory evidence. While one fad tells you to nix the carbs, another cautions against meat. If you’re feeling panicked at the thought of hitting the grocery store, you’re not alone. To achieve long-term health, you need to take a balanced…
Jogging pants are all the rage these days. Now that it’s socially acceptable to wear womens activewear all day long, regardless of whether you go to the gym or not, everyone is jumping on board with the jogger pants trend. So many different kinds of jogger pants to pick from, but a nice cotton print…
The average person piles on a whopping 7lb over the course of a two-week vacation but who wants to spend their precious time in the gym when they could be exploring new destinations or relaxing poolside? Avoiding vacation weight gain needn’t mean 6am workouts and meals consisting of various local versions of a salad. Here…
When the The Fashionable Housewife asked me to write a Gift Guide I was thrilled as I love gifting those near and dear to me. Don’t get me wrong I love receiving gifts, too! Gift guides make holiday shopping exceptionally easy and it’s so much fun to spoil those you love! What some may think…
Whenever I get some “free time”, the first thing I like to do is grab my tablet, turn on the Kobo App and curl up on my recliner to read a book so I can decompress. Personally, I’m not one to read fiction. My idea of a good read is Ina May Gaskin’s “Birth Matters”…
Img Source: https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/32/65305733_40616b7e56_b.jpg All of us have a few things that create maximum clutter in our homes. While cleaning up prior to festive seasons or before a house party, you will notice that most of the mess arises from a few sources. Haywire toy storage, poorly organized wardrobes, truant pet supplies and wandering bills and…
You don’t have to be Stella to get your groove back. Stress, relationship problems, physical injuries, and illness can all kill a libido faster than Bruce Lee’s one-inch punch. Fortunately, a few simple life hacks will get you back in the game. Take a Look At Alcohol Consumption If you drink a lot…
Summer is here, which means short sleeve shirts shorts, and summer dresses. Uh-oh. Are you suffering from embarrassing skin tags and afraid to show some skin with cool new summer threads? Before spending money on pricey medical procedures to have them removed, consider trying some cost effective, easy, natural remedies to remove them. While they…
GUEST BLOGGER: Jonathan McBride has done extensive research in the powers of the mind and energies. He enjoys putting his insights to good use by writing about how one can improve one’s environment. It’s springtime, and time to haul out the garbage you’ve collected over the past year. But,what about the negative energies…
Shapewear is one of Hollywood’s best kept secrets as just about every actress and model has worn some form of it on the red carpet. A pair of tummy control pants or a cleavage boosting corset can change your entire shape and give you the confidence to wear designs that you may have avoided…
Radiant Orchid is everywhere! Not only has it taken over the fashion and beauty scene, the hottest trending color is now a must-have for your hair! Kelly Osbourne, Nicole Richie, and even Lauren Conrad (even if it was just an April Fool’s joke) have now joined this unforgettable trend by rocking the vibrant color in…
It’s time to pack away those dark, wintery colors and bring on the pastels, neons and other bright colors for spring! We are seeing more bright colors than ever this season but it can be overwhelming if you are used to wearing neutrals. Don’t worry, incorporating bright colors into your spring wardrobe is easier (and…
Now normally, I don’t get all excited about freaking light bulbs, but these lights bulbs are seriously worth mentioning. GE reveal® Light Bulbs offer innovative, clean light that really makes any room look more beautiful. My husband is ALL ABOUT light bulbs and after we purchased our house, he immediately changed every single incandescent light…