What is Eco-Tourism? Eco-tourism as defined by the World Conservation Union (IUCN): “Environmentally responsible travel to natural areas, in order to enjoy and appreciate nature (and accompanying cultural features, both past and present) that promote conservation, have a low visitor impact and provide for beneficially active socio-economic involvement of local peoples.”
New Beginnings Random acts of kindness are known to bring to joy even in the worst of times. Sometimes finding new beginnings a joyful thing seems utterly impossible. They usually come off the end of something, which might leave just the shell of a person. I remember when I first moved from kindergarten to first… Read More Finding New Beginnings in Random Acts of Kindness
The Joy of Upcycling My first upcycled DIY project was handmade gift bows. About seven years ago, I fell in love with the world of upcycling and still have not managed to find my way out of the dumpster. Oddly, enough it’s where I’ve found God’s love and my new beginning. It’s a gold mine… Read More How to Make Handmade Gift Bows
Christmas DIY Decorations We are on round two of our handmade Christmas with DIY decorations. Our last post featured decorations made from leftover project materials or stuff we had around the house. This week, we continue the same theme with our Picture Frame Wreath and Hand-Swirled Ornaments.
Our Homemade Christmas I’m super excited because we have not one, not two, not even three, but four homemade Christmas decoration ideas to share with you today. Many of these homemade Christmas decorations can be made with the future in mind, so you can use them all year long. Another great thing about these projects… Read More Homemade Christmas: DIY Decorations from Around the House
What is One-Step Paint? We get questions all the time about One-Step Paint, so we just wanted to take some time to help answer those questions and provide a resource to come back to. If we get to the end of the post and I missed your question please comment because I would be glad… Read More What You Need To Know About One-Step Paint
Why A Guide for Millennials? Life on your own is a bit scary. I get it. I’ve been through job losses, roommate issues, and other things. Really, some of my worst fears have come to life and really I’d never thought I’d make it. But I am making it. I’m a perfectionist and mistakes I’ve… Read More How to Change the World: A Guide for Millennials
Thrifting Tips for Successful Thrift Shopping These thrifting tips will help the beginning thrifter up their game and get their next big find! Maybe you like the idea of experiencing the joys of thrift shopping, but you can’t quite make it there. These thrifting tips will take your thrifting game to the next level. It’s… Read More Thrifting Tips: How to Experience the Joys of Thrift Shopping
Is it really all about the perfect paint color? Why do we feel drawn to want piece over another? Feel relaxed in one room rather than another? Sometimes, it all boils down to one thing. Paint. A new coat of paint can drastically improve the way we see something. For example, our first project here… Read More 10 Tips For Picking the Perfect Paint Color
A worm bin is a great solution for those living in small spaces, especially apartments. Last week I talked about the many composting options available for any size situation. There is no end to the numerous benefits that come from having your own vermicompost or fertilizer converted from organic waste by red wiggler worms. Not… Read More How To Build Your Own Worm Bin