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Jan 14, 2025 | 
motherearthnews.com | Laura Gummerman
Are you hoping to reduce waste in your laundry room? Make a wool dryer balls DIY project to save time and energy and say goodbye to wasteful, one-use dryer sheets!Supplies NeededWool yarn in several colors (make sure it’s not “washable”)Crochet hook or yarn needlePantyhose Fabric scissorsLet’s Begin1. One 3.5-ounce skein of yarn will make 2 dryer balls; you’ll need about 4 balls for any load of laundry, so gather 2 full skeins, plus more for additional color, if desired. 2.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
Parlor Palms, also known as Neanthe Bella Palms, are a popular and easy to care for houseplant. Known for their vibrant green tropical fronds, they are beginner friendly as they can tolerate lower light conditions and are also known for their air-purifying abilities. They are pretty low maintenance and add an attractive touch of green to any space.
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Dec 4, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
Orchids (Orchidaceae) are one of the most popular indoor plants with striking blooms during the flowering season and vibrant green foliage all year round. Plants can live up to 15 years with proper care, and although they have been known to be difficult to care for, we’ve got all the tips to help keep your orchid happy and blooming on schedule.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
This skinny margarita recipe is fresh and light, easy to make for a crowd, and is less calories than a classic margarita but still packed with flavor. Instead of simple syrup, we use agave syrup for a more natural sweetness and switch out the traditional orange liqueur of triple sec or Cointreau for fresh orange juice. All you need is four simple ingredients and a few minutes to make the freshest low-calorie margarita you’ve ever had (and all without counting calories!).
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
When it comes to refreshing cold drinks, frozen margaritas are at the top of the list! Fresh lime paired with your favorite tequila and triple sec create a classic frozen margarita concoction that always hits the spot on a hot summer day. This is the best frozen margarita recipe to make for your next hangout as it is easy to make, cold and refreshing, and only uses five ingredients.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
Bring on the snow days and hot chocolate now that winter is almost here! Whether you are curled up by a fire or about to get a few drinks après ski, we’ve got the winter nail design ideas to keep your manicure on point all winter long.
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Nov 3, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
Wassail is a traditional drink that is warm and comforting in the fall and holiday season. It’s sweet and spicy notes of apple and fresh oranges mixed with spices like clove and cinnamon will warm you from the inside out and you can make yours alcoholic or kid-friendly as needed. This hot wassail recipe is the perfect drink to serve at holiday parties or to pour into mugs before you go caroling, tree lighting, or any outdoor holiday activity.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
This spicy and warm Glühwein is traditionally served at German Christmas markets during the winter, and if you haven’t tried it in your home yet, chances are it’s about to become a holiday tradition for you as well! German Mulled Wine is made with dry red wine that is slowly cooked with citrus (like oranges and lemon) and cozy spices like cloves, cinnamon, and star anise, so all the flavors meld together (and it will make your house smell amazing while it cooks!).
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Oct 20, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
For richer hot chocolate … use part half-and-half or even heavy cream for your milk base. For less sweet hot chocolate … try semi-sweet chocolate chips and/or leave out the added sugar. For flavored hot chocolate … add in your favorite flavored syrup like peppermint, or hazelnut. For caffeinated hot chocolate … add a shot of espresso to make it more of a mocha. For boozy hot chocolate … add a shot of bourbon, whiskey, peppermint schnapps, rum, or Baileys.
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Oct 12, 2024 | 
abeautifulmess.com | Laura Gummerman
The Gin Fizz is a delicious cocktail that’s a must try for any gin lover. With its sweet and sour notes, gin-forward taste, sparkling fizz, and foamy top, this drink has it all. Notes of lemon blend with the botanicals of the gin and the added egg white (although optional) gives the drink a creamy mouth feel. This drink is easy to make in just a few minutes, is light and refreshing, and is similar to its also popular cousin, the Tom Collins, with a few tweaks.
