It’s actually quite easy to create your own terrarium for cute, little succulents to live. Many terrarium crafters will tell you thatsucculents are the way to go. Succulent terrariumsare totally versatile and open to your own creativity. The Spruce / Sanja Kostic Picture a glass fish bowl or decorative bowl. it’s possible for you to make a fairly small set-up or go big with a larger container. They’re low maintenance and decorative, making them perfect for a terrarium....

These plush headboards are just as beautiful as they are comfortable, and the buttons add depth and definition. you’re able to actually make one yourself. Learn how to make a tufted headboard in the span of just one afternoon by following these easy steps. The Spruce / Jacob Fox Standard widths for headboards: Whenselecting your fabric, turn to the upholstery section of the fabric store. You’ll want to look for thick, wide-bolt fabric (at least 54 inches wide)....

They come in various sizes, colors, and styles, as well as price points. Let’s get started! Jot down all the measurements on your sketch. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Start by laying down the batting on a large flat surface. Secure It Using Staples The next step is securing the batting using a staple gun. Take the bottom middle section of the batting and do the same thing. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald...

Front-load machines are particularly prone to spore growth. Here’s how to make DIY washing machine cleaner with everyday household ingredients that don’t need premixing. Even in small amounts, the combination can produce toxic chlorine gas. ​The Spruce / Ulyana Verbytska The Spruce / Jason Donnelly The Spruce / Jason Donnelly The Spruce / Jason Donnelly The Spruce / Jason Donnelly The Spruce / Jason Donnelly The Spruce / Jason Donnelly...

Take care while doing this step. Different baits work at different times of the year. Do not add honey. The Spruce / Madelyn Goodnight Adding honey will attract honeybees, so it’s important not to use this as a sweet bait. Add a bit of vinegar to the mix to keep bees out of your trap. ensure that you punch through both the top and bottom portions of the bottle. The Spruce / Sarah Crowley...

Not sure where to start with your whimsical wonderland plans? What Is a Fairy Garden? you’ve got the option to add more delicate details inside, but space might be more limited. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Picking something that fits in with existing garden features can help make the task less complex and costly. Here are a few fairy garden ideas: 3. Choose a focal point to help draw visitors' eyes to the design....

An informal garden planter made from a rigid plastic kiddie pool is very inexpensive and easy to make. Don’t put it on the lawn unless you’re okay with killing the grass below. A large patio or gravel or dirt area may be best. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Keep it off of wood decking because moisture trapped under the pool could damage the deck wood. Raised planters typically need to be watered more often than do in-ground gardens....

The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Get creative withwrapping giftsand make your own gift bags out of wrapping paper. Set the gift aside so you’re free to start constructing the bag. What you should end up with is a triangle shaped bottom. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Press down for neat, crisp folds, then secure all the seams with tape. pop fire up bag Your gift bag is ready to be used now!...

Towels and sheets feeling stiff and less absorbent is another telltale sign. We’re sharing the supplies you need and step-by-step instructions on how to strip your laundry. What Is Laundry Stripping? The Spruce / Adelyn Duchala Laundry stripping is a cleaning process that restores fabric to its original state. Like stripping paint from wood, stripping laundry means getting down to the bare fabric. Luckily, laundry stripping can help restore fabrics' original properties....

The Spruce / Michelle Becker Homemade floor cleaning solutions can be made for every bang out of floor. These ingredients are less toxic and less expensive than commercial products. Add your favorite scent or keep it unscented, if preferred. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Learn these recipes for homemade floor cleaning solutions below. Warning Carefully follow the guidelines for mixing each pop in of floor cleaner. Do not add ammonia, bleach, or even vinegar unless directed....

With a homemade jewelry cleaner and a few minutes, your jewelry will sparkle. Are the gemstones real or glass? Are the embellishments glued on or held in place with metal? The Spruce / Sarah Crowley You don’t want to cause any permanent damage. You wouldn’t want to lose any pieces down the drain accidentally. The mixture will fizz as the ingredients react! The Spruce / Sarah Crowley Coat the Jewelry Wait for the fizzing to stop....

These DIY recipes will save money and are free of unfamiliar chemicals often found in commercial window cleaning sprays. While there are variations fornatural window cleaners, our recipes includecleaningor distilled white vinegar as a base ingredient. Make the Solution Fill a clean spray bottle with equal parts white vinegar and distilled water. The Spruce / Taylor Nebrija Warning Do not reuse an empty commercial cleaner bottle. A new, clean bottle eliminates unintended and potentially dangerous reactions....

Use your homemade stain remover to treat alltypes of laundry stainsbefore washing the items. Read on to learn how to make a homemade stain remover for your next load of laundry. Tip Mix small batches of the DIY laundry stain remover so it will work more effectively. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Then, you are ready to use your homemade stain remover. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? Work it into the fabric with your fingers or a soft-bristled brushan old toothbrush works great....