Cleaning the Guinea Pigs Cage with Fleece #PetCare

Having guinea pigs as a pet is pretty cool. They are laid back, eat and poop all day, hooray! Seriously, they are great company and sometimes I just sit and watch them move around their cage, interacting with each other, popcorning when they are really happy. To keep them clean and the room smelling its best, I clean their cage one to two times a week. Many times, it's once a week unless they poop a little too much. In the video below I share some of the items I use on a daily basis and they can be found on Amazon or in your local pet store. Charlie, Scooter, and I hope you are doing well.

Guinea Pig Items on Amazon

2 Pcs Guinea Pig Rat Hammock Hamster Hanging Hammock

Higgins 2 Pack Sunburst Gourmet Guinea Pig Food

Kaytee All Natural Timothy Hay for Guinea Pigs, Rabbits & Other Small Animals, 12 Pound

Soft Fleece Pet Dog Blankets for Large Medium Small Dogs Puppies Cats Guinea Pigs. Pack of 3

10 Pieces Guinea Pigs Soft Blankets with Skin Friendly Coral Velvet

Amazon Brand - Mama Bear 99% Water Baby Wipes, Hypoallergenic, Fragrance-Free,72 Count (Pack of 6)

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Installing 3D Wall Panels for Kitchen Backsplash #DIYProject

I am installing Smart Profile 3D wall panels for the kitchen backsplash I purchased on Amazon. I saw them and wanted to see how they looked in person and then I purchased more once I realized that they were going to be just what I was looking for to add some character to the kitchen. They can be easily cut or trimmed with scissors or a razor blade and I applied my panels to the wall using Liquid Nails. I completed this DIY project in one day over the weekend and I love it! It feels like a whole new kitchen. These 3D wall panels can be wiped clean and have a lifted texture to them, so it's not like wallpaper. They recommend using PVC-friendly glue to apply them. Many other customers who purchased them appear to be using the panels as an accent wall, around a fireplace, or to add character to a small guest bathroom, the ideas for this product are endless, but it's only for internal use, not outdoor use. They are available in other colors as well, sold in bundles. Overall, I used 8 panels for my kitchen backsplash and one and a half tubes of Liquid Nails. 

Products I used for this product can be found on Amazon, links below:

Smart Profile 3D Wall Panels for Interior Wall Decor

Caulking Gun

Liquid Nails 2 Pack Heavy Duty Construction Adhesive, Tan

Updating the Kitchen: Painting the Kitchen Walls #DIYProject

I am starting to update the kitchen by painting the kitchen walls. I decided to go with the same color I painted an accent wall in the living room called 'Divine Wine.' I really like the richness of the color and it elevates the room to a more classic look. If you're into gold tones, then this is a great color to use with that for an elegant touch. I taped off my areas with blue tape and used Behr paint from my local hardware store. I went with more of a flat paint with no sheen. I used two coats on the walls in the kitchen. In this video, I show the main wall I painted, but I did also paint behind the refrigerator and the stove, but I didn't want to bore you with those other areas...lol. The color turned out great for my kitchen as well and now I am looking forward to updating the backsplash next, stay tuned!

 

Here are some helpful resources for renovating your kitchen or doing kitchen upgrades.

Remodel Your Kitchen Without Going Bonkers or Broke: Have a Stress-Free Renovation and Get the Kitchen of Your Dreams

Affordable Kitchen Upgrades: Transform Your Kitchen On a Small Budget

New Kitchen Idea Book

Kitchen Upgrades

Burpee Self-Watering Seed Starting System Tutorial for Brassicas | Cool-Weather #Gardening

Happy New Year! I used the Burpee Self-Watering Seed Starting System for my Brassicas, which are cool-weather vegetables, such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, collard greens, and kale to name a few. I started these seeds in October 2022, and they are going strong in my Southern California garden here in January 2023. This seed-starting system can be used throughout the year for starting all of your seeds indoors if you're trying to get a head start on the growing season. They are so convenient. I use this system for my summer vegetables as well. As far as my Brassicas, in this video, I do provide a quick update on how they are doing. I have been fertilizing them once a week because I have learned that they really enjoy being fertilized. I do see my broccoli starting to form, which is very exciting. If you're not quite ready to put vegetables outdoors, then this is a great option for you. I will be covering my raised beds with greenhouse-grade plastic if we get any ice in the forecast but brassicas can handle cooler temps in the 40s, which we don't go any lower than that here. Spring will be here before we know it, but for now, let's enjoy winter and all it brings. I look forward to your comments and learning from you this growing season in 2023. Stay warm and safe, and be well.

This product is available on Amazon with some other recommended items below:

Burpee 32 XL Cells Self-Watering Growing System Indoor Seed Starting 

Burpee Self-Watering Seed Starter Tray, 72 Cells

Burpee Organic Coconut Coir Concentrated Seed Starting Mix, 16 Quart 

Jump Start 9" x 19 1/2" Waterproof Seedling Heat Mat 

2 Set 60-Cell Seed Starter Kit - Strong Seed Trays with Humidity Domes, Cell Trays, and Seedling Heat Mats