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How To Make A Solar Still

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Using an alternative energy source in your home can have a lot of advantages. First of all, this type of energy is much cheaper as you’ll make use of a natural resource. Second of all, you will help the environment by living a more sustainable life and reducing your CO2 imprint on the planet. So did you know that you can make your own distilled water by using solar power? The water you will get this way is more pure and healthier and you can use it for several things in your household. To purify your own water, Continue reading “How To Make A Solar Still” »

A Beautiful Cottage And A Breathtaking View

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Europe is full of beautifully breathtaking sceneries and it’s a must visit at least once in a lifetime. If you’re looking for relaxation in the heart of the Tatra Mountains, then we’ve found the perfect spot for you. This stunning timber house is located in a town called Ždiar, surrounded by the majestic Tatras, being the right spot for a relaxing holiday. The house has a wood interior too, one that emanates warmth and makes this residence welcoming. With its 65 square meter living space, the house is more than enough for 5 persons. Continue reading “A Beautiful Cottage And A Breathtaking View” »

How to Draw in 3D using this simple technique

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Knowing how to have fun with your kids is all about creativity. You must mix in some amusement into the learning activities, so the knowledge will stick. One way to achieve this is through optical illusions! As you can see from this tutorial on how to draw in 3D, capturing your kid’s attention is essential. The amazing fact is that all you need in order to achieve this is a ruler, a notebook and – of course – a pencil. The rest will follow almost naturally, after you’ve learned the few tricks that lie at the bottom. Continue reading “How to Draw in 3D using this simple technique” »

Athens Log Home Plan by Coventry Log Homes

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Yearning for a large and marvelous log home to call your residence? The Athens Log Home might be just what you’ve dreamed of! With a large 2-story high living area, the 30 by 50 feet home (not including the covered porch) will definitely suit your necessities surrounded by nature. There is a lovely master bedroom envisioned with walk-in closet and master bathroom at the first floor and another bedroom upstairs with lots of open loft space. You don’t have to implement the whole home plan, Continue reading “Athens Log Home Plan by Coventry Log Homes” »

10 Uncommon Edible Trees and Shrubs that will transform your Garden into a Paradise of Sustainability

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There is a movement across the nation in support of a sustainable livelihood approach of people. Every day more people are turning to their yards for food, recognizing their potential in becoming an edible landscape. Edible landscaping refers to planting crops that provide food and also add ornamental value to your garden. Probably some of the most popular are citrus, figs and peaches, but there are also several a little bit more unknown trees and shrubs that can become a resource Continue reading “10 Uncommon Edible Trees and Shrubs that will transform your Garden into a Paradise of Sustainability” »

DIY Toys For Goats To Keep Them Busy

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Animals require a lot of care and attention, but also dedicated toys and playtime. So while finding the perfect toy for a small pet can be an easy job, when it comes to other domesticated animals, the task becomes harder. For instance, have you ever seen a toy for goats displayed in a pet store? These cute animals also like to play, so why not make them a toy yourself? If you have goats or horses, you can create a simple toy for the out of recycled materials and they Continue reading “DIY Toys For Goats To Keep Them Busy” »

Easily update your boring built-in bathtub with Faux Stone

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When considering a home redecoration project, you shouldn’t ignore the smaller spaces such as your kitchen or bathroom. One can of course argue that renovating a bathroom can be really expensive, especially if you want to use natural and high quality materials. But there some cool tips and tricks to try at home that can come in handy in this case, and will help you redecorate your bathroom by also staying on the budget. For instance, you can use faux stone to change the aspect Continue reading “Easily update your boring built-in bathtub with Faux Stone” »

Super Easy Homemade Flubber Recipe

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If you loved the movie Flubber with Robin Williams, then you are going to love this next project too. You can learn how to make your own Flubber, which is a very funny toy that appeals mostly to children. You can usually find it at toy stores, but if you want to try a fun project with your children you can make Flubber at home. your kids are going to love this quirky toy and play with it all day long. To make this toy, you will need: Elmers Glue, water, Borax, hot water and food coloring. Let your child choose the color of the Flubber and mix together the ingredients by following the instructions on the link below. Once you are done, Continue reading “Super Easy Homemade Flubber Recipe” »

The Green Magic Homes

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Since the success of the Hobbit movies, many of us started wondering about how it would be to live in such a cozy and tiny home, like a Hobbit house. That dream can actually become reality, thanks to Green Magic Homes, which specializes in prefab Hobbit house designs. These types of homes can also be a great option if you don’t want to spend a lot of money, but would still like to have your own house, instead of renting one. They range from one bedroom modules, Continue reading “The Green Magic Homes” »


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