These can be found online, or you can make your own.  A pantry inventory list is just a list of your groups, the items in them, and how many there are.  As you use and buy items, you update the list, so that you always know how much food you have in the pantry. You can also buy a chalkboard at a thrift store, or chalkboard paint at a home improvement store.  When you are running low on an item, you can write it on the chalkboard. You will have more of an incentive to keep your pantry organized if you like the containers that things are kept in. Buy a couple of fun containers whenever you see them out shopping, and add beauty to your pantry.  You can usually find vintage or antique containers at secondhand stores or junk shops. Brightly colored containers can usually be found at a home goods store or big box store. If you have a particularly deep pantry, you may want to elevate items that are in the back by putting them on low shelves. This way you can see their labels, and you will not buy duplicates when you visit the store. Big box stores sell low wire racks for this purpose, but you can also get creative. Old cigar boxes can be about the right height.  If you have many duplicate items, sometimes you can stack them two high.
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One-sentence summary -- Create a pantry inventory list. Use fun containers to keep your pantry beautiful and interesting. Use levels of storage so that you can see the back row of items.


The design of your deck will depend a lot on how much you can spend. Consider the cost of materials, labor (if you won’t be building the deck yourself) and any landscaping that needs to be done. Make a budget before you start designing your deck so you know what you can and can’t afford. Do you have a lot of outdoor parties at your place? If so, you’ll probably want a large, wide-open deck. If you just want a spot to sit outside and have a glass of wine or read a book, you can cut costs by going with a smaller deck. Really think about what function you want your deck to serve so you can design it accordingly. If you know you want to have a couch, a table, and a fire pit, make sure you include space for those in your design. Leave adequate room around furniture for walking so your deck is maneuverable. Pay attention to the decks at your friends’ and family's houses. Note what you like and dislike about them. Search online for deck designs for a greater range of styles. Just search “deck designs” or “backyard deck ideas.” Pick and choose what you like about the decks you see and consider adding those things to your design. Use deck designing software through websites like Trex or Lowe’s to plan out the shape of your deck and get an estimate on the materials.
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One-sentence summary -- Make a budget. Determine what you’ll be using your deck for the most. Decide what kind of furniture you’ll put on your deck. Look at other decks for inspiration.


Bleach painting is a fun, easy, and inexpensive way to create a design on a t-shirt, especially text based designs. But, remember bleach is toxic, so keep it out of reach of children.  Always protect your eyes, clothing, and any open cuts from coming into contact with bleach. If you have sensitive skin, you should wear thin kitchen gloves while bleach painting. You will need:  Fabric safe household bleach A synthetic bristle paint brush (go for an inexpensive one, as you’ll just be bleaching it anyway!) A glass or ceramic bowl A white towel or rag White chalk A piece of cardboard A dark colored cotton blend shirt You can try this method on a lighter colored shirt, but the bleach painting will show up better on darker colors. Then, slide the piece of cardboard inside your shirt. It will act as an even surface as you write your design. It will also stop the bleach from bleeding through the back of your shirt. This could be your favorite saying (“Bazinga!” “Reach for the Stars”), the name of your band, or the logo of your brand. Don’t worry if you need the smudge out the chalk lines and re-sketch the design. The chalk lines will wash out once you’ve completed the bleach painting. Secure the shirt to the cardboard with elastics or small clips. This will keep the cardboard from slipping while you bleach paint. Pour a few cups of the bleach into the glass or ceramic bowl. Use a towel to wipe up any drips. You don’t want any drops of bleach to end up on your clothing. Drag it on the edge of the bowl to eliminate any dripping. For an even bleach line, reload your brush every two inches. The fabric will quickly soak up the liquid so work quickly, but with a steady hand. Then, take a break to allow the bleach to react with the fabric of the shirt. Look over the shirt. Are there any uneven spots or light areas? If so, go back in with your bleach filled brush and even out the design. This will allow the bleach to process and lighten. Depending on the cotton content of your shirt, the color of your design will range from dark red, to orange, to pink, or even white. Hang it to dry. Admire your new permanent bleach design. Wash the shirt with like colors. The chalk lines should wash out, leaving only the bleach design.
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One-sentence summary -- Use bleach safely. Gather your supplies. Place your shirt on a flat surface. Use the white chalk to sketch out your design on the shirt. Fold the sides of the shirt under the cardboard. Prepare the bleach. Dip your brush into the bleach. Use steady strokes to trace the chalk lines of your design. Finish tracing your design. Let the shirt sit in the sun for at least an hour. Rinse and hand wash your shirt.


Consider removing large plants that produce an excessive amount of leaves. While these plants may be lovely, if they're causing too much work you should consider replacing them with evergreen plants or statue gardens. Depending on the original plant you can usually find an evergreen that looks similar. This is an evergreen plant that produces edible berries and turns bright red in the winter. Shade-loving and drought-tolerant Oregon Grape is an excellent choice for low-maintenance xeriscaping. A popular evergreen shrub, junipers can be trained to nearly any size or need and function very well in xeriscaped lawns, even with very little natural rainfall. A large dramatic evergreen suited for curbs and borders. Standing nearly 2 feet (0.6 m) tall, this evergreen will bloom purple in the summer but does not lose its leaves in the fall, greatly reducing your workload as a result.
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Do away with leaves forever by removing large plants that produce a lot of leaves. Plant an Oregon Grape Holly. Try Juniper shrubs. Add some Texas Ranger Sage to your yard.