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One of the most common problems reported to plumbers by homeowners is when a dishwasher won’t drain. While it can be scary to open the dishwasher door and see standing water at the bottom, it isn’t always a plumbing emergency. In fact, you may be able to correct the problem yourself without professional help.  WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR DISHWASHER WON’T DRAIN  If draining your dishwasher is an issue, here are eight simple techniques to try at home. 1.  RUN THE DISPOSAL   A full garbage disposal or an air gap in a connecting hose can prevent water from properly draining out of the dishwasher. Simply running the disposal for about 30 seconds may fix the issue.  ...

If you’re like me, you spend half the day on a mission to find the second missing sock, torturing your family members with never-ending "have you seen" questions about this and that, trapping yourself in the eternal "lost and found" limbo. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be this way, so bear with us. Bored Panda has compiled a list full of practical and super simple ideas that will give your home (and soul) some much-needed order. From making an "eat me first" bin in your fridge to making a magnetic organizer for your makeup to mount on...

I also love baskets, plants, and beautiful printables and signs!  I dream of someday having a farmhouse table, a claw bathtub, and a farmer sink!  It all seems so perfect for the homebody in me. I have found some beautiful farmhouse decor on Pinterest you can do even if you are on a budget!  Hope you enjoy these ideas! 1. Hanging Chalkboard Pantry Door Found at PeaceLoveandDecorating I love to decorate with chalkboard so this pantry door is to die for to me.  It has that beautiful farmhouse feel with added charm. Related Topics 10 Brilliant Ways to Decorate Using Maps...

There are so many neat ways that you can repurpose things that you find at your local Dollar Store. From organizing the kitchen and bathroom to taking care of laundry clutter, there are many things that can help you to be more organized. Lid Rack Clutch Organizer Found at FF4SS Hair Accessories Organization Found at The Idea Room Makeup Brush Storage Found at Ayse Styles DIY Drawer Organization Found at Tatertots & Jello DIY Jewelry Organizer Found at Landeelu DIY Mirror Jewelry Wall Hangers Found at Home Yoh My Jewelry Rack Organizer Found at Adorable Antics Cutlery Tray Jewelry Holder...

Even if you don’t have a garden, you can visit farmers markets and grocery stores. It is a cost effective way to have food storage and it is so satisfying to see all your pretty jars lined up when you are done! If you have never canned before, I am going to share my best canning tips for beginners.   Canning Tips for Beginners Tip #1 Don’t be intimidated! Even if you don’t think you can handle using a pressure cooker, there are still plenty of things you can bottle using the water bath method. High acid foods like tomatoes,...