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- [A NATURAL DEODORANT RECIPE THAT ACTUALLY WORKS - BAKING SODA FREE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/natural-deodorant-recipe-baking-soda-free/) - Updated 7/20 NATURAL DEODORANT THAT REALLY WORKS Summer is here in full force and that means lots of sweating. If you are like me and cannot go for a minute without deodorant after your shower, you probably know how hard it can be to find a deodorant that really does the job. How about one
- [THE EASIEST WAY TO CLEAN A THERMAL COFFEE POT](https://thewittygrittylife.com/clean-thermal-coffee-pot/) - Are you looking for a way to clean your thermal coffee pot the easy way? I sure was. And I tried all kinds of different methods, some of which didn't really work at all and some that kind of sort of did the trick. None of them were anywhere near as effective and easy as
- [MELT AND POUR SOAP BASICS - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR GREAT RESULTS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/melt-and-pour-soap-basics/) - Melt and pour soap is a wonderful, easy-to-use beginner product for creating natural customized skin and body care. If you prefer to have control over what is in your skincare but the thought of working with scary dangerous chemicals like lye has kept you from trying your hand at soap making, you will love this!
- [EASY DIY GOLD AND CONCRETE PUMPKIN PLANTER HOW TO](https://thewittygrittylife.com/gold-concrete-pumpkin-planter/) - Confession: I am not really all that much into Halloween. I know. It's a holiday that I didn't grow up with, so there are no warm and fuzzy memories for me to reflect back on. Generally, since the kids are now grown, I don't decorate much for Halloween especially inside. For me, orange pumpkins are
- [HOW TO MAKE LIQUID SOAP YOUR HANDS WILL LOVE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/make-liquid-soap/) - Updated: July 2020 LIQUID SOAP YOUR HANDS WILL LOVE Have you ever made liquid hand soap? To be perfectly honest, I was always perfectly content just buying mine, until earlier this year, when I encountered empty store shelves. If I go through the effort to drag myself to the store, I don't want to come
- [Saving Dixie the Dresser - Part Three: Hardware Restoration](https://thewittygrittylife.com/saving-dixie-hardware-restoration/) - Welcome back to part three of Saving Dixie the dresser! Today I'll show you how easy it is to restore tired brass hardware. If you are just joining in, be sure to catch up on part one and part two to learn where this makeover began. While it may be tempting to just chuck sad-looking
- [A SIMPLE WAY TO MAXIMIZE STORAGE IN A SMALL KITCHEN](https://thewittygrittylife.com/maximize-kitchen-storage-simple-project/) - Updated in February 2020 What do you do to maximize kitchen storage when your home is not blessed with ample space where it's needed most? That is a question that occupies my mind a lot. You see, even though our home would be considered quite spacious, clocking in at well over 3,000 square feet, certain
- [HOW I TURNED A TIRED GARAGE SALE DRESSER INTO A SHOWPIECE (PART 1)](https://thewittygrittylife.com/saving-dixie-cleaning-prep/) - Do you love well-made vintage furniture? There is just something about knowing a piece has lived a previous life, that gives it the kind of soul brand new department store furniture lacks. We are fortunate to have so many quality furniture makers in this country, who have produced work that stands the test of time!
- [HOW TO APPLY TEMPORARY WALLPAPER TO STAIRS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/temporary-wallpaper-stair-risers/) - If you wondered how difficult it is to apply adhesive wallpaper to stair risers, I have good news for you! It's a fairly cheap and simple project you can easily accomplish in one afternoon. Besides hiding unsightly scuffs and adding a pop of color or texture it is also very renter and budget-friendly. It's fast
- [HOW TO SEW WASHABLE FACE MASKS WITH FILTER POCKETS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/sew-washable-face-masks/) - WHY SEW YOUR OWN FACE MASKS? Even though I wore face masks on a daily basis in my healthcare profession, I never really thought I might need one at home. Well, except for sanding down a DIY project or enameling in my jewelry shop. And like pretty much everyone else, when we were first advised
- [HOW TO ADD A NOSE WIRE TO MY EASY-SEW FACE MASK](https://thewittygrittylife.com/how-to-add-a-nose-wire/) - When I first published my Easy Sew Washable Face Mask pattern I had no idea how popular it would become. Nor would I have guessed that we would still be wearing them almost a year later. And it looks like they will be with us just a little while yet. Shortly after I designed my
- [PROVEN AND SIMPLE COPING STRATEGIES FOR UNCERTAIN TIMES](https://thewittygrittylife.com/proven-and-simple-coping-strategies-for-uncertain-times/) - Life recently dealt all of us a big challenge that calls for some serious coping strategies. We were all just rolling along, minding our own business, and wham we got hit by this unexpected event. Isn't that the kind of stuff that only happens somewhere else far away, or better yet, only in movies? But
- [RECLAIM YOUR LIFE FROM STRESS ONE STEP AT A TIME](https://thewittygrittylife.com/how-to-begin-reclaiming-your-life-from-stress-one-little-step-at-a-time/) - Stress has a way of sneaking up on you. Last year I was sitting in my comfy chair scrolling around on my tablet. Suddenly, without warning, my eyes started flickering and spinning. Startled, I thought I was having either a seizure or a stroke, maybe both. After working in the medical field for years, naturally,
- [5 SIMPLE STEPS TO MAKE THIS YOUR BEST YEAR](https://thewittygrittylife.com/5-simple-steps-to-make-this-your-best-year/) - There is nothing like a shiny new year to get motivated, don't you think? I know it seems silly, if not outright laughable that the short time that has elapsed from the old to the new should signal a monumental shift. But there is something refreshing and encouraging about opening up that brand new calendar
- [HOW TO CREATE HOMEMADE SOAP LIKE A PRO](https://thewittygrittylife.com/easy-homemade-soap/) - Updated January 2021 Would you like to create homemade soap, but thought the process was too difficult? True from-scratch soap making is a skill and an art form that requires knowledge and dedication. It also calls for dedicated equipment, lots of time, and practice. My eyes glaze over just reading all the steps involved. Besides,
- [10 SIMPLE AND USEFUL TIPS FOR AN EASIER LIFE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/10-simple-tricks-make-life-easier-today/) - Updated January 2021 Let's face it, housework can be a real drag. It's not that there are big things that need to be accomplished on a daily basis, it's all the little stuff that adds up. From finding yourself running through the house looking for that receipt you just know you have to encounters with
- [WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THE STUFF AFTER YOU DECLUTTER](https://thewittygrittylife.com/operation-declutter-stuff/) - My quest to declutter my house and life has begun in earnest. You can catch up with my big realization here. For the past few days, I have been busy formulating a plan on how to go about purging and decluttering in a way that is not only efficient but makes sense. I know there
- [CAN MINIMALISM MAKE YOU HAPPY?](https://thewittygrittylife.com/can-minimalism-make-you-happy/) - When the idea of exploring Minimalism first sprouted, I was going to dazzle you with startling numbers and statistics. They were meant to win you over by illustrating how pervasive consumption and clutter had become throughout our society. And yes, the costs in time and money are staggering and mind-blowing. But it is the mental
- [HOW TO BUY THE RIGHT RUG THE FIRST TIME](https://thewittygrittylife.com/how-to-buy-the-right-rug/) - If you find yourself overwhelmed by all the different choices when it comes to purchasing a rug, you are not alone! Thankfully it doesn't have to be that way. Today I would like to show you how to buy the right rug the first time. At the very least, I hope to point you in
- [Edible Weeds - Budget Friendly Nutrition from Your Backyard](https://thewittygrittylife.com/edible-weeds/) - Updated in April 2020 As kids growing up in Germany foraging was something we did naturally. I was blessed to grow up with a large garden that contained a wonderful variety of fruits and vegetables. Our big walnut tree was a central feature of the yard, as were black and red currant bushes, gooseberry bushes,
- [HOW TO REGAIN YOUR LOST SENSE OF SMELL AND TASTE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/regain-lost-sense-of-smell-and-taste/) - Have you recovered from Covid-19 only to discover that you have yet to regain your lost sense of smell and taste? You are in growing company. Of the many who have gone through a relatively mild course of the disease, as many as 86% will experience at least partial if not a complete loss of
- [HOW TO HAVE A MERRY AND SAFE CHRISTMAS WITH KIDS AND PETS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/safe-christmas/) - The holiday season is here and with it comes unique challenges that can spell disaster. But don't worry, there are simple steps you can take to ensure that every member of your household, even the furry ones, can enjoy a safe Christmas. If you want to prevent accidents and injuries especially, if you have pets
- [GREAT GIFTS WITHOUT SHIPPING OR A TRIP TO THE STORE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/great-gifts-without-shipping/) - We all knew this would not turn out to be a normal Christmas Season after the year we have weathered. Finding the right gifts and getting ready for Holiday celebrations can be a stressful task during the best of times. The pressure of a worldwide pandemic that comes with its own set of special challenges
- [EASY DIY WINTER SHADOW BOXES - A FUN DOLLAR STORE CRAFT](https://thewittygrittylife.com/winter-shadow-boxes/) - One of my favorite memories growing up in my small Bavarian hometown is of admiring all of the different store window displays right before Christmas. I feel so incredibly lucky to have experienced a world in which small privately-owned shops still dominated the shopping landscape, at least in more rural areas. It seems like everyone
- [THREE LUXURIOUS SKIN AND BODYCARE GIFTS YOU CAN MAKE IN NO TIME](https://thewittygrittylife.com/3-cheap-and-easy-luxurious-gifts-you-can-make-in-no-time/) - With the Holiday Season right around the corner, time is getting shorter by the day to find those few extra and thoughtful gifts. Luckily, the ones I am about to share with you today are not only easy to put together but will work year-round to impress family and friends. If you are still looking
- [HOW TO MAKE ALCOHOL BASED HAND SANITIZER SPRAY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/make-hand-sanitizer-spray/) - Aloe vera gel-based hand sanitizer with essential oils is my normal go-to for hand cleaning when I'm out and about and don't have access to a sink. But there are times when alcohol-based hand sanitizer spray just makes more sense. During the flu and cold season, I like to use a combination of both, an
- [HOW TO MAKE NATURALLY MOISTURIZING LIP BALM YOUR WHOLE FAMILY WILL LOVE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/naturally-moisturizing-lip-balm/) - If I could take just one skincare item with me to a deserted island, lip balm would definitely be it. Chapped dry lips are the stuff of horror for me. The problem is that no matter which brand I tried, my lips inevitably wound up even drier and more irritated than before. Not sure which
- [HOW TO MAKE ORGANIC BEESWAX LIPBALM](https://thewittygrittylife.com/homemade-lip-balm-recipe/) - Of all the beauty products, lip balm is the one I have used the longest and pretty much daily for as long as I can remember. Through the years I have also gone through my share of store-bought lip balm "duds". What sounded great and smelled wonderful often wound up irritating my lips more than
- [HOW TO MAKE HAND SANITIZER WITHOUT ALCOHOL](https://thewittygrittylife.com/how-to-make-your-own-hand-sanitizer-without-alcohol/) - Like it or not, hand sanitizer has become a must-have for every household in recent months. While not as effective as proper cleaning with soap and water it is definitely important in situations when hand washing is not possible. I wanted to share this recipe with you today because not everyone can use or tolerate
- [8 SIMPLE TIPS TO PREPARE FOR OVERNIGHT GUESTS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/ready-for-guests/) - Getting ready for guests doesn't have to be a big chore. The Holiday season is stressful enough, without the added pressure of hosting family or friends for one or even several nights. As pretty much always, the key is planning ahead. A little preparation goes a long way towards making your home a comfortable resting
- [HOW TO CREATE AN ADORABLE MOSAIC TILE TRAY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/mosaic-tile-tray/) - Creating a mosaic tile tray has been on my list for a long time. But to be honest, I just wasn't sure how it would turn out. So when I recently decided to challenge myself to creating three completely different crafts from Dollar Tree wood trays, I thought this would be perfect. If you missed
- [HOW TO TURN AN UGLY DOLLAR TREE PUMPKIN INTO SOMETHING YOU CAN BE PROUD OF](https://thewittygrittylife.com/dollar-tree-pumpkin-craft/) - Recently, while browsing my local Dollar Tree, I came upon the famous ugly foam pumpkin that appears to be one of their most hacked and made over products ever. Honestly, until I began seeing all kinds of projects that use them pop up online, I never gave them a second thought. But this is the
- [The Best Ever Super Easy Guacamole Recipe](https://thewittygrittylife.com/guacamole-favorite-recipe/) - Updated: June 2019 Yeah! Summer is finally here! I don't know about you, but I am so looking forward to vegging out on those lazy Sunday afternoons! Part of the fun is, of course, eating outside as well. Few foods scream "it's Summer!" more than guacamole. But I am not talking about the store-bought goop.
- [HOW TO EXFOLIATE SENSITIVE SKIN AT HOME NATURALLY AND GENTLY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/moisturize-exfoliate-gentle-way/) - Over the past few years, I have simplified my skincare routine dramatically. And my skin has never been happier. After spending lots and lots of money on fancy creams and masks through the years, I figured out that my skin really just wants the wholesome goodness of natural ingredients. One of my favorite recipes is
- [FIVE FABULOUS FRIDAY FINDS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/five-fabulous-friday-finds/) - Isn't it amazing how quickly this week flew by? Well, it did for me! I have been super busy with all kinds of projects that have been waiting to be taken care of for some time. #nomoreprocrastinating Still, I wanted to stop in today to start a new series for you. You see, I run
- [HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING COLD AND FLU SEASON](https://thewittygrittylife.com/keep-family-healthy/) - Colder weather is here and you know what that means, the flu and cold season is upon us once again. Should you just throw in the towel and wait for the inevitable flu wave to wash over you? No, of course not. UPDATE: While this post was originally written to help you keep your family healthy
- [THE BEST WAYS TO CARE FOR YOUR SICK FAMILY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/care-for-your-sick-family/) - Unfortunately, illness has been on everyone's mind pretty much all year. And that was before we had to deal with the oncoming flu season. No matter how careful we may be, there is still a pretty good chance some kind of bug will catch up eventually. Right now is the best time to prepare
- [USEFUL TIPS FROM A PROFESSIONAL CLEANING EXPERT](https://thewittygrittylife.com/professional-cleaning-expert/) - Whenever I am looking for answers to specific questions I tend to go straight to the experts. There is so much information floating around about various subjects, talking to the “boots on the ground” usually helps more than hours of research. Only those who are working in a specific field day in and day out
- [10 STYLISH WAYS TO  ORGANIZE AND DISPLAY ESSENTIAL OILS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/10-best-ways-to-organize-and-display-essential-oils/) - It starts out innocently enough. You want to find a way to ditch chemicals in your home. Maybe a friend talked you into trying them. Whatever the reason may be, you got hooked on using essential oils, and the next thing you know there are essential oil bottles everywhere. It can happen quickly. Even worse,
- [MY TOP 10 FUN AND USEFUL GIFT IDEAS FOR CRAFTERS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/gift-ideas-for-crafters/) - You would think that crafters are the easiest people to shop for. After all, they love making stuff and always need supplies and tools to do it. And then you walk through the doors of a mega craft store. Shopping for the makers on your list can quickly become overwhelming. Not to worry, as an
- [HOW TO CREATE PERSONALIZED DISHES ANYONE CAN MAKE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/personalized-dishes-easy-way/) - Today's project has intrigued me for quite some time. If you spend any time on Pinterest or Etsy, you have surely come across this fantastic idea. Sharpie painted mugs and dishes! There are so many amazing inspiration pics, I just knew I had to try myself at this sooner or later. But with various methods
- [HOW TO CREATE YOUR OWN ALL NATURAL AIR FRESHENER SPRAY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/all-natural-air-freshener-spray/) - EASY ALL NATURAL ROOM FRESHENER SPRAY With so many of us spending more time at home, we want to make our surroundings as pleasant as possible. All-natural air fresheners are something I have used to offset the fact that I live with guys and a cat dude for as long as I can remember. Advertisers
- [HOW YOU CAN HELP FIRST RESPONDERS WHEN YOU GET SICK](https://thewittygrittylife.com/help-first-responders/) - Today I wanted to pop in to share a simple way for you to help first responders and nurses should you ever get sick. Well, truth be told, you are not only helping them, but you are also making sure that you get the best care without unnecessary delay. It's a win-win deal. It is
- [HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR KITCHEN DRAWERS QUICKLY ON A DOLLAR STORE BUDGET](https://thewittygrittylife.com/how-to-organize-your-kitchen-drawers-quickly-on-a-dollar-store-budget/) - Organizing kitchen drawers may not be on your bucket list, but life sure is easier when you can actually find what you are looking for! Today I would like to share a little project with you that I actually tackled quite a while ago, but just never got around to posting here on the blog.
- [Welcome to A New Blog Beginning!](https://thewittygrittylife.com/hello-world/) - Welcome to the very first post on The Witty Gritty Life! Have you ever had a dream that has stayed in the back of your mind even though you kept finding excuses over and over to push it off? Writing this blog is that dream for me. I can't begin to tell you how
- [5 Great Blogs to get you started on a Gluten Free Dairy Free Diet](https://thewittygrittylife.com/5-great-gluten-free-blogs/) - When I reveal that we eat a gluten free, dairy free and in my son's case, egg free diet, I am often met with a blank stare. The incredulous look is inevitably followed by a "what is there left to eat?" or worse, "I could never do that". We decided to give the diet a
- [PAINT BLOGS REALLY WORTH READING](https://thewittygrittylife.com/favorite-paint-blogs/) - If you follow me on Instagram, you know I have been working on bringing my laundry room into the 21st century. And while I still have a long way to go, the little corner I have been working on already looks a whole lot better, thanks to one of my favorite decorating tools: Paint. Nothing
- [HOW TO MAKE A MARBLE LAMP WITHOUT BREAKING THE BUDGET](https://thewittygrittylife.com/marble-lamp-knock-off/) - Do you like the look of marble lamps? They have been on trend for some time now. Marble is a classic and neutral material that stands the test of time. But did you know you can get the look without spending lots of cash by creating your own? It sounds more intimidating and complicated than
- [DIY BUDGET FRIENDLY PLANKED WALL](https://thewittygrittylife.com/easy-budget-friendly-planked-wall/) - Thanks for the kind comments on the first installment of our slow-motion laundry room makeover! Today, I would like to tell you a little more about the planked wall behind the newly redone cabinet. Besides loving the look and wanting to add more interest to the wall, I needed to cover up a lot of
- [GET YOUR LIFE UNSTUCK WITH A SIMPLE SYSTEM](https://thewittygrittylife.com/how-to-get-unstuck-using-a-simple-system/) - In my last post I shared some insights on my seemingly never ending quest to declutter the house. While most of the results have been positive, I experienced some small setbacks as well. If you have ever tried to declutter your entire house, I'm sure you may have hit some bumps in the road. Getting
- [EASY CHRISTMAS SNOW GLOBE DECOR](https://thewittygrittylife.com/easy-christmas-snow-globe/) - Do you remember pressing your nose up against the glass to admire those beautifully decorated store windows right before Christmas when you were little? Gosh, I sure hope you got to do that because it was simply the best. I consider myself lucky because when I was small, supermarkets and big-box stores weren't a thing
- [PUT TOGETHER A SIMPLE SUCCULENT PLANTER IN MINUTES](https://thewittygrittylife.com/simple-succulent-planter/) - Plants make me happy, they always have. But for many years I stayed away from adding live plants to our home because they were just one more thing to take care of. And they kept dying on me of neglect:( I hang my head in shame. But as someone who spent her childhood outdoors and
- [HOW TO MAKE A MID-CENTURY MODERN COFFEE TABLE FROM UPCYCLED WOOD](https://thewittygrittylife.com/diy-mid-century-modern-coffee-table/) - EASY DIY MID CENTURY MODERN COFFEE TABLE Do you know what is better than a mid-century modern coffee table? One that you can build yourself without any skills! Even better from upcycled wood! There is no need for complicated furniture plans to get a great designer look. Today’s project is super easy and certain to
- [SITTING PRETTY WITH NEW DINING CHAIRS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/dining-chairs-sitting-pretty/) - If you read my last post, you'll know our dining chairs have been bugging me for some time. A while back I noticed that I felt downright depressed when I walked into our cave of a dining room every morning. Finally it dawned on me why. The entire room was the color of poop. Brown
- [DECORATING WITH COLORFUL PRESSED GLASS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/pressed-glass-favorite-thrifty-finds/) - Happy Tuesday to you all! We just returned from a camping trip and my batteries are recharged! Nothing like some outdoor fun and hanging around the campfire:) It is like hitting the reset button. Having amazing weather certainly didn't hurt! Today I wanted to check in with you and share one of my most favorite
- [Saving Dixie the Dresser - Part Two: Paint](https://thewittygrittylife.com/saving-dixie-part-two-paint/) - Welcome back for the next installment of Saving Dixie the dresser. Paint! If you don't know what the heck I'm talking about, go catch up here:) Now that the worst part is over (or is it?) it's time for the fun stuff. Paint is where you get to see your vision come to life. Dixie
- [WHY I LOVE MID-CENTURY MODERN DESIGN SO MUCH](https://thewittygrittylife.com/love-mid-century-modern-design/) - If you have been following along, you will know I am on a big house purge mission with the goal to adopt a more minimalist lifestyle. Part of the process is, of course, imagining what our spaces will look like afterward. Ever since I changed out our dining room chairs, I have fallen for Mid
- [FUN NEW WAYS TO ADD PLANTS TO YOUR LIFE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/fun-new-ways-to-add-plants-to-your-life/) - Have you seen some of the amazing new planters? Every time I am refreshing tired areas of our home, one thing is clear, plants play a prominent part. Few "accessories" can give you the kind of bang for your buck, plants have to offer, not to mention that they are good for indoor air! Pair
- [ADD A FUN NEW DIMENSION WITH ADHESIVE WALLPAPER](https://thewittygrittylife.com/temporary-wall-paper/) - When we moved into our current home nearly 19 years ago, it looked like the wallpaper fairy had exploded in it. There were several cutesie flower patterns scattered throughout, dutch boys and girls frolicking on a border in the laundry room. The main bath was a kaleidoscope with its psychedelic flower meadow. The formal dining
- [EASY METALLIC FLOWER VASES](https://thewittygrittylife.com/easy-metallic-flower-vases/) - Hi! Today I am popping in with a simple craft that costs pennies and looks like a million bucks! I don't know where you live, but Winter has been a long, drawn out affair around these parts. This is the perfect quick project to add personality to otherwise plain and boring glass vases. Nothing like
- [EASY BUDGET-FRIENDLY DIY PUMPKIN FALL DECOR IDEAS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/diy-fall-pumpkin-decor/) - When it comes to decor, I generally focus on seasonal themes rather than specific holidays. Well, with the exception of Christmas. Fall, with its crisp nights and impossibly blue skies, has always been my favorite time of year. And I adore Thanksgiving! So with the kids all grown up, our Halloween decor is pretty minimal.
- [TURN OLD JARS INTO NEW TREASURES](https://thewittygrittylife.com/old-jars-new-treasure/) - Old jars are so hard for me to throw out! Doesn't it hurt your heart to toss out a perfectly good glass jar just because you're not sure what to do with it? I have always had a difficult time giving up an old jars, especially large, nicely shaped ones. Recycling is good, upcycling is better:) When I
- [Saving Dixie The Dresser - Part Four: The Reveal](https://thewittygrittylife.com/saving-dixie-part-four-reveal/) - The day has finally come! Dixie the dresser is ready for her big reveal! If you are just joining in on this makeover project, hurry on over to Part One | Part Two | Part Three to find out why I am so excited! The work was well worth the effort and I couldn't be
- [How my sixth grade  English teacher changed my life](https://thewittygrittylife.com/teacher-changed-life/) - When my new teacher, Mrs Senger, stepped into my classroom for the first time that September, I saw my 12 year old scholastic life flash before my eyes. Stern looking, short dark hair, "sensible" shoes and what is now commonly referred to (quipped about?) as a "resting bitch face". I was doomed. Back in those
- [Ahhh January!](https://thewittygrittylife.com/ahhh-january/) - Welcome to 2018 my friends! If all went according to plan you made it through the Holiday Season with your sanity and health reasonably intact! So, here we are. A brand spanking New Year lies before us. Are you planning on making changes, tweak your life, pursue your dreams? Actually, it makes little sense
- [Dog Hair, Hand Prints on the Refrigerator and Toothpaste in the Shower](https://thewittygrittylife.com/hand-prints-on-the-refrigerator-and-toothpaste-in-the-shower/) - As a stay at home Mom, a lot of my time is spent cleaning messes my lovely family members leave for me. There is more hair on the carpet than on the dog. I cannot remember laying eyes on our fridge without it sporting hand prints. Why did I have to have stainless steel again?
- [SIDE EFFECTS OF THE DECLUTTERING JOURNEY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/surprising-side-effects-of-decluttering/) - Now that we are a couple of months into our big decluttering journey, I am beginning to notice some side effects, mostly good. There is always talk about this process having life changing potential, but to be honest, I was still a bit skeptic. So much is sold as "life changing" these days without delivering
- [How to Turn the Tide on a Bad Day](https://thewittygrittylife.com/turn-the-tide/) - Have you ever had one of those days? Or weeks? You know the kind when everything you touch just seems to fall apart? Today I was going to post about a snazzy project you were going to love. But somehow life decided that just wasn't going to come to pass. It's been one of those
- [An Interview with the Blogger behind The Witty Gritty Life](https://thewittygrittylife.com/an-interview-with-the-blogger-behind-the-witty-gritty-life/) - Ha! Today's post is all about, drum roll please...ME. Yup, I was tagged by fellow blogger - Julie Hage - from fillingthejars.com to participate in a blogger interview and I thought it would be a fun way for you to learn a little bit more about me. So are you ready to delve into the
- [QUITTING COFFEE FOR GOOD THE EASY WAY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/quitting-coffee/) - Updated in February 2020 Usually, when the conversation turns to quitting coffee, opinions run strong and deep. Believe me, I am fully aware that this is a pretty touchy subject. So before I continue on with this post I want you to know one thing: I am not trying to talk you into quitting. This
- [5 SIMPLE WAYS TO HARNESS THE GOODNESS OF ACTIVATED CHARCOAL](https://thewittygrittylife.com/5-simple-ways-to-harness-the-goodness-of-activated-charcoal/) - Updated 8/20: For the longest time activated charcoal had three uses - at least in my mind: to rid a parakeet of diarrhea, to eliminate stinky feet odor, and to pull the toxins out of people who took an overdose of medication. But lately activated charcoal is popping up in everything. It has become the
- [EASY HOMEMADE CHARCOAL SOAP](https://thewittygrittylife.com/homemade-charcoal-soap/) - Activated charcoal soap has become pretty popular lately and for good reason. Activated charcoal has a number of benefits and is especially useful for dealing with breakout-prone skin. Sure, it may sound like the latest trend, with charcoal seemingly added to everything - charcoal icecream anybody? I mean, you can definitely go overboard. But when
- [HOW TO MAKE SURE YOUR FAMILY IS PREPARED FOR DISASTER](https://thewittygrittylife.com/prepared-for-disaster/) - Updated 3/20 Would you and your family be prepared for disaster? Imagine the following scenario: You awake in the middle of the night to the ominous sounds of tornado sirens going off. You quickly check your phone and turn on the TV and discover that a big, destructive tornado appears to be headed straight for
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- [HOMEMADE CLEANER RECIPES THAT REALLY WORK](https://thewittygrittylife.com/diy-cleaning-recipes/) - Updated February 2020 EASY DIY CLEANING RECIPES Recently, as I picked up my homemade spray cleaner to clean handprints off various surfaces, I began mentally adding up all the different household cleaners I no longer buy. Honestly, even I was surprised how long the list was. As it turns out, our house is pretty much
- [HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE CITRUS CLEANER FOR PENNIES](https://thewittygrittylife.com/homemade-citrus-cleaner/) - Here we are suddenly smack in the middle of October. It seems the weather has turned cold and crisp overnight. No, wait a minute, it actually did! No kidding, one day it was 85 degrees, the next 50. That's Ohio for ya. With the prospect of spending a whole lot more time indoors, it's time
- [HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF SHOPPING THRIFT STORES](https://thewittygrittylife.com/thrift-shops-how-to/) - I love thrift shops. There is no better place to discover amazing treasures. You just never know what you will find. What began several years ago as a way to simply save money, has evolved into a life style choice for me and with very few exceptions GW boutique (that is Goodwill for any newbies
- [HOW TO SAVE EVEN MORE MONEY AT THE DOLLAR TREE STORE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/save-money-dollar-tree/) - Bargain shopping is in my DNA. Actually, I cannot remember a time in my life when I wasn't trying to save money shopping. There is just something about spending unnecessary cash that makes me bristle. Judging from the sheer number of money saving blogs and countless Pinterest pages dedicated to the subject, I am not
- [MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS SHE WILL LOVE AND USE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/mothers-day-gifts/) - Are you tired of celebrating Mother's Day by taking her to a crowded overpriced brunch and handing her a store bought planter? I mean it's better than nothing, but is that the vibe you want to send Mom for all she does day in and day out? Luckily there is no need to resort to
- [SIMPLE LIFE SAVING SAFETY SOLUTIONS - AUTISM AWARENESS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/simple-safety-solutions-autism-alzheimers/) - The following information is meant as a starting point and to bring the danger of wandering and elopement in children with autism to your attention. But it applies to any disability or age group prone to wandering, such as Alzheimer's and dementia, down syndrome etc. This post is dedicated to my favorite 17 year old
- [AUTISM VS HOUSE - A DESTRUCTIVE FORCE](https://thewittygrittylife.com/autism-vs-our-house-a-destructive-force-to-be-reckoned-with/) - As the mother of a child with autism I am frequently questioned about the impact his behaviors have on our daily life. The tricky part of answering this question is that anything I say here applies specifically to our son and should not necessarily be generalized. In the autism community we have a saying that
- [HOW TO MAKE OVER A PLAIN IKEA TABLE IN THREE EASY STEPS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/ikea-table-gold-marble/) - Today I can't wait to share an easy table makeover with you that turned out even better than I expected. This somewhat plain Ikea table has been sitting around my living room for years. But to be honest, I was never terribly excited about it. I bought it because it met three criteria at the
- [A LAUNDRY ROOM MAKEOVER IN SLOW MOTION](https://thewittygrittylife.com/laundry-room-makeover-slow-motion/) - Fixing mini disasters has kept us so busy that certain areas of the house ended up a bit on the neglected side. One area of our home that has been a sore spot for me was our laundry room. This room also serves as entrance from our attached garage into the house, mudroom, coat closet, storage.
- [HOW TO SEW WASHABLE FACE MASKS FOR KIDS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/washable-face-masks-for-children/) - When I recently posted instructions for making washable face masks, I could not imagine how well they would resonate with my readers. It is a pretty simple, yet effective pattern even a relative beginner can sew. But one question that has come up several times since then was whether or not I had measurements to
- [HOW TO GET THE MOST COMFORTABLE FIT FOR YOUR FACE MASKS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/make-face-masks-fit-better/) - HOW TO GET THE MOST COMFORTABLE FIT FOR FACE MASKS We are now several months in and wearing a face mask has become part of everyday life for most of us. And just like you, I yearn for the day when they will no longer be needed. Until that day comes we might as well
- [EASY REMOVABLE DRAWER LINERS YOU CAN MAKE IN A SNAP](https://thewittygrittylife.com/easy-removable-drawer-liners/) - Have you been searching for a way to make easy removable drawer liners? Then, today is your lucky day. If you ever tried to line a drawer the regular way with adhesive paper, you know it’s a big pain in the you-know-what. Don’t even get me started on removing it! Some things manage to be
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- [EASY DIY WAX BOWL COVERS FOR FOOD, AND GIFTS](https://thewittygrittylife.com/diy-wax-bowl-covers/) - Do you love an easy project that uses what you already have and takes just a little time and effort? How about one that you can use every day and is friendly to the environment as well? Today's little DIY checks all of those boxes. After sewing about a gazillion face masks, I currently have
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- [EASY FALL SIGNS WITH MOD PODGE - NO STENCILS NEEDED](https://thewittygrittylife.com/easy-fall-signs-mod-podge/) - Cute signs are everywhere these days. I could spend an hour just reading some of the funny quotes on them at the craft store. What I love most about them is that they are probably one of the easiest things you can make yourself. So today I want to show you how you can get
- [HOW TO PAINT GLASSES WITH SHARPIE MARKERS THE RIGHT WAY](https://thewittygrittylife.com/fun-festive-and-fabulous-glasses-you-can-make-fast-and-cheap/) - If you are looking for an easy gift idea that will only look like it was hard to make, sharpie painted glasses are for you! Today's project is simple, budget-friendly, and trendy! Not that I have to sell you on this craft even more, but you truly need no art skills whatsoever. Even the simplest
- [8 WAYS TO ADD AFFORDABLE ART TO YOUR HOME](https://thewittygrittylife.com/8-ways-to-add-affordable-art-to-your-home/) - Do you love having pretty art on your walls that reflect your style and personality, but don't want to spend a fortune? Pictures and artwork are much more than decorations to fill the walls. They can set the overall mood for any space, make bold statements, or show off your whimsical side. Wall art can
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