Gardening Hacks and Tips for the Wannabe Gardener. Turn that black thumb into a green thumb with these simple, useful tips. Change the way you garden forever!

Gardening Hacks and Tips

You guys I have a black thumb with the desires of a green thumb. No matter how much I want my yard to look beautiful, I am either not motivated or I am not “talented” when it comes to the yard and garden.  We recently were lucky to move into a new home with a beautiful yard. The owners before us were gardeners and when we purchased the home, I loved every detail on the outside. However, as they left and months grew into more months, I missed the yard that I purchased. It has changed and become overgrown with weeds. Once the weeds came, I had a hard time distinguishing the difference between what was supposed to stay and what was supposed to head straight to the trash. This Gardening Hacks post was not only for you, but more so for me! Enjoy these tips and let’s try to accomplish this green thumb thing together!

Save your time and sanity with this Wine Bottle Waterer. Get your Garden Nanny Bottle HERE! I think it’ such a pretty accent to your planter.

This gardening hack is GENIUS! Use diapers to retain moisture in potted plants. | Sand Paper and Silly Putty

Recycle your newspaper and create a biodegradable pots that are perfect for starting seeds at the same time! | The Things We’ll Make

Not only is this a cute garden tool holder, it is functional. The sand is abrasive, so the simple act of taking your tools out and putting them back in helps keep your tools sharp. | One Good Thing by Jillee

With the pot-in-pot method, you can switch plants almost instantly. | Florida Friendly Plants

If you want a non-toxic way to get rid of fungi, then try this super easy formula. Just mix 4 teaspoons of baking soda with a gallon of water and you have a perfect solution. It’s so simple. | Gardening Soul

Rope lights make great borders for gardens and flower beds. | Hometalk

Turn an old log into a planter – how beautiful is this? | A Proverbs 31 Wife

Improve the look of your garden with this lovely little wooden planter. It also contains storage for your hose or other garden needs. | Jaime Costiglio

This easy tutorial for making seed bombs is sure to brighten up your backyard in no time! They are great for areas you will not take close care of. | Hello Nature Blog

Drip feeders are a great idea for vegetable gardening projects. Many plants prefer the moisture at their roots instead of from overhead sprinklers. A water bottle drip feeder makes use or recycled materials and works really well. | Source

If you have a lot of plants that need protection from the cold, using fancy cloches can get expensive. So adapting 2-liter plastic soda bottles is a great way to get the benefits of a cloche without the high price. | eHow

Here’s an attractive idea to keep your water-loving plants healthy –and recycle old wine bottle at the same time: DIY self-watering planters. | DIY Projects

It’s not always necessary to compost kitchen waste before adding it to your soil. So here are a few tips on how you can improve your garden soil without a compost heap using three kitchen scraps you’d normally throw away. | Whole Food Home

You can use your old wine bottles for garden and lawn edging. Just turn them upside down and line them up. This is a low cost and creative fashion of garden edging that can provide an extraordinary effect. | Planted Well

Bury milk jugs in the bottom of large planters to save potting soil and make the pot lighter to move. | The Bean Sprout Notes

Make your own homemade weed killer. All you need is Dawn and vinegar (both things you probably already have) to mix up your own batch. I love that it is gentle without any harsh toxic chemicals that may harm the environment or your family. | One Good Thing by Jillee

Lack space, go verticle. This garden uses clay pots, wire, and an arbor but the possibilities are endless – just find something that stands up-right. | Aka Design

Keep pests and animals out of your garden by putting plastic forks into the ground. It will prevent animals from stepping around in your garden! | Source Unknown

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Spring Cleaning Tips and Hacks – Open the windows, let the sun shine in, and tackle the neglected areas of your home with these easy cleaning solutions. The forgotten areas that are filthy – who knew?!

Spring Cleaning Tips and Hacks

Spring Cleaning. I sorta dread it. However once the first warm spell hits, I want to open my windows and it begins the process of cleaning the home and ridding it of winter germs and cold month entrapment.  We found some of the best spring cleaning tips. We also found areas of the home you might not think to clean! Enjoy these cleaning hacks as you begin your spring cleaning!

Before you begin tackling areas of the home, print our 31-Day Declutter Your Home Checklist. As you tackle different areas of the home, be sure to check off your checklist too!

Of my daily cleaning task, tackling the glass top oven is one of the hardest things for me – especially after burning something on the surface. Take a look at this glass top cleaning tutorial, you will need 3 ingredients – Dawn, Baking Soda, and Hydrogen Peroxide. | Happy Mama Tales

Use Pine Sol Lemon in the bottom of a toilet brush holder. Never thought to do this but I bet the scent left behind is amazing (I mean, amazing for a gross toilet bowl brush!) | Smart School House

This is one of our dirtiest zones. The Microwave! Use a vinegar and water solution in a microwave safe bowl to steam clean your microwave or you can purchase an Angry Mama which will conveniently help steam away hardened food and other microwave junk in seconds. | Practically Functional

Don’t forget the pillows. While this should be done more than twice a year, here is a good tutorial – thing pairs (or two at a time!) | The Happier Homemaker

You want to find something disgusting? Take a toothbrush and grease-cutting cleaner to splash guard of your garbage disposer. Lift the flaps and scrub them (especially the under side) Your disposer will smell better – you’re welcome! | Family Handy Man

Who knew this product could go form the car to the bathroom!? This is an awesome spring cleaning tip. Use Rain-X Spray on your glass shower doors to help repel future water scum, stains and streaks. | Unoriginal Mom

The Best Ever Grout Cleaner: who knew how helpful Toilet Bowl Cleaner could be!?! I have not tried this hack but I have seen it a few times and it is on my to do list next time I need to clean the kid’s bathroom tile. | Life PreKarious

Give this project to the kids. Put together tongs, microfiber dust cloths, and four rubber bands then clean the dust off those blinds. I would likely spray the cloths with Dust and Allergen Spray. | One Crazy House

How To Clean Your Dishwasher In 3 Easy Steps! I just did this in my home and it worked great! | One Good Thing by Jillee

Check out our favorite, our own Homemade Soap Scum Remover | Frugal Coupon Living

Have you ever cleaned a rusty, cast iron skillet? Grab a potato, oil, salt and this trick! | Apartment Therapy

Are you tired of looking at all the gunky nastiness in your window tracks? It is amazing how fast they can collect this ugly specimen of ickiness, isn’t it? Take a look at this tutorial using baking soda, vinegar and a toothbrush. | The Intentional Mom

Is your shower head spraying in a lot of different directions? It might be time to give it a deep clean. Mix an equal part solution of water and vinegar. | The Melrose Family

Next time you’re in the bathroom take a look up at your bathroom vents. Gross! If they are filled with dirt and dust, it’s likely OVER the time for some cleaning! Use warm soapy water and a Scrub Brush to clean the vent and a vacuum to suck away dirt inside the container. Get ready to breath fresher air! | Practically Functional

Cleaning the blades of a ceiling fan is a yucky job. This can be done quick and efficiently. Slide the case over each blade in turn. When you pull it back, all the dust and debris will fall into the pillow case, instead of on the floor. | eHow Home

Your washing machine is one of the most used appliances in the home and often never cleaned. Take a look at the easiest way to clean your washer. | I Heart Naptime

Have you considered your air vents? You know, those spots on the floor where all your warm air comes out to keep your house comfortable? With just a few minutes and some basic supplies, those vents can be clean and sanitized. | Organized Mom

Want to know how to clean faucet sink handles from the inside? Get those clear acrylic faucet globe handles really shinning with this tutorial. | What’s Up Fagans?

One of the most neglected areas of your home are your dryer ducts. Clean them to prevent fire! | Pretty Handy Girl

Looking for a homemade, streak free window solution? Take a look at how to clean your windows super fast! You will need these microfiber dust cloths. | Organization Junkie

Have a filthy oven door? I admit, since moving in, I have never clean mine! Take a look at this winning spring cleaning tip. Hint: you will need a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser! | Polished Habitat.com

Enjoy these Laundry Room Hacks, Tips and Overall Inspiration! Pin to Pinterest.

You will want to take a look at these Bathroom Storage Solutions – Small Space Hacks & Tricks. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at these Closet Organizing Hacks and Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

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