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Decor/Design/Repurposing nerd and DIYer, brand ambassador, freelance writer, and the editor-in-chief for HomeJelly. Skaie is also a signed and published singer/songwriter (Fervor Records/ASCAP) and kid's book author (Big Bug Lunch!). She was voted "Class Clown", and is a rescue dogs crusader.
It’s a warm, slightly breezy afternoon, with an assortment of summer sounds wafting through the screen of my front door: the distant chattering of neighborhood kids forming teams to play kick-the-can; a couple of dogs barking ‘n arguing back and forth over fences; the fluttering leaves that occasionally wrestle from their trees, then drift down…
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This recipe’s name might be a mouthful, but you and your kids will love eating mouthfuls of these delightfully cool and healthy dessert bites all summer! As a professional DIYer and auntie, I’m always looking for ways to spoil my six awesome nieces and nephews, as well as teaching them to do things for themselves….
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Ironically, it wasn’t until we moved to a neighborhood where there are no sidewalks, that we actually started running into neighbors. In this relatively small town, what we call, “The Trees” of Manhattan Beach, California, you’ll often find locals walking, jogging and “dogging” at all times of the day. With shady streets that pour seamlessly…
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When it comes to renovating and/or newly designing a home, doors can truly open up delightful decor possibilities. When invited by Metrie, a new and fabulous sponsor of HomeJelly, to write up a feature on their posh portals, my first thought was, “You had me at ‘hello’.” For years, I’ve been an admirer of all…
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As a home decor/design/DIY blogger, I’m often approached by brands to sample their latests goods and gadgets. When SharkNinja asked me to try out one of their vacuums, I thought, “Why not? I’ve gotta clean my house anyway, so why not with a brand new Shark Powered Lift-Away NV800?!?” Like that girl swimming in the…
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Ahh…summertime! It’s when the kiddos are free to play, weekends are all about friends and family get-togethers, and your BBQ grill gets to work! But, that doesn’t mean you have to. Yep! There’s nothing like a hassle-free dinner, al fresco and under the summer stars. And when you’ve got yourself this no-fail recipe for “Sonora…
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{To watch the fun transformation video…scroll down!} Saaaaaaaay, Cheese! Whoever “invented” this get-ready-to-take-a-picture slogan was a genius – it’s short, simple, and truly places your mouth in the perfect position for the camera (though, Gabrielle Taylor might disagree) Nevertheless… Another genius was my Great-Aunt Ellen, who had the foresight to hand down her overnight vintage valise…
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When it comes to Mother’s Day gift-giving, there’s always that year where we’re saying, “Oh, crap! Mother’s Day is THIS Sunday?” Guilty as charged. You, too? Okay, no judgement here. I have the most wonderful mom who has always supported my dreams and endeavors, and who SO deserves to be pampered on this day of honor….
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{Hi Y’all…to watch the VIDEO…scroll down!} A Dog Walk Changed History Yep. I’m talking about VELCRO® Brand products. You know what they are! This hook ‘n loop invention has been a global phenomenon used in items like clothing, home decor, sports gear, and even in space where NASA has used it to keep plates from floating around during…
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Along with the arrival of spring, comes the season of outdoor entertaining. How exciting is it to start planning our al fresco gatherings with friends and family whom we’ve been mostly calling, emailing and/or Facetiming these past few months! Re-Beautifying Guide Firstly, to make this seasonal soiree transition, I thought I’d offer a super simple…
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