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Dupe Alert: Pottery Barn Copycats

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Is there something you’d like to get to spruce up your home or patio a little for the summer? I was looking for some planters and was shocked by the price! And when I noticed the price of those super cute black lanterns could be hundreds of dollars, I thought there has to be a better way! Here are some of my favorite Pottery Barn dupes, all from Walmart.

 

POTTERY BARN DUPES FROM WALMART

Shop all of the goods HERE: https://tapto.shop/lora?cb=1714672402951

 

Note: I’m Not Endorsed and Not Affiliated with either Walmart or Pottery Barn, these are deals I found on my own and just had to share ❤️

 

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Black Lanterns

Potter Barn: $69-$100

Walmart Dupe: $14.50-$17.50

 

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Faux Fur Pillows

Potter Barn: $$72 for 1

Walmart Dupe: $15 for 2

 

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Puebla Plates

Potter Barn: $48

Walmart Dupe: $10

 

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Standing Mirror

Potter Barn: $699

Walmart Dupe: $85

 

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Flatware Set

Potter Barn: $50

Walmart Dupe: $30

 

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Ball Lamp

Potter Barn: $319

Walmart Dupe: $11

 

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Planters

Walmart Dupe: 80% Cheaper!

 

Pottery Barn might not want you to know about these, but I’m here to share! Follow along for more money saving tips.


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Travel Hack: Easy Delayed Flight Trick

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When’s the last time your flight was delayed? Mine was last night! The app on my phone was slow to load the progress of when my flight would actually take off – THIS is the QUICK + EASY way ANYONE can TRACK a FLIGHT 😍

✈️💺LORAfied TRAVEL HACK: EASY FLIGHT TRICK 🧳

The only thing you need for this hack is your flight number. This hack works for ANY airline! For example, my flight number was “DL429.” Not your confirmation or ticket number, just the flight number! Next, you are going to want to text that number to yourself.

Once you receive a text back, hold down on the number and click the option “preview flight.” When you click on this, it will take you to all of the information you need about your flight.

How GENIUS is this?! It is so easy and helpful for tracking your flight. It’s also free!

Are you a bag checker or do you carry on? Comment and LMK! If it’s more than a couple days, I’m usually checking, much to Scooter chagrin 😉


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EASY + FUN No Bake Cupcake Bouquet Hack

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If you had to pick one, would you choose cupcakes or flowers? Good news, you don’t have to pick with this hack AND we’re not even turning on the oven! Best of all, this is a dessert the kids can make for YOU! 🥰

 

🧁🩷 DESSERT HACK + NO BAKE CUPCAKE BOUQUET 🤩 3 in 1: Flowers + Dessert + Centerpiece 🩷🧁

Turn off your oven, head to the store and grab the cupcakes! You’re also going to need some toothpicks, tissue paper and a foam ball (all linked HERE!)

 

Step 1: place the foam ball in a bowl

Step 2: stick the toothpicks into it and gently slide each cupcake into place (I added a few minis in there too!)

Step 3: take your tissue paper and cut it into squares

Step 4: stick a toothpick through them to create a little greenery to fill in those holes

 

Click HERE to grab all the items you need to make this SUPER EASY Mother’s Day Dessert 🤗

 

Do you prefer eating several mini cupcakes or one big one? Comment and LMK! I’m going with one big cupcake because I like the frosting to cake ratio better 😂


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Helpful Home Hacks As Seen On The Sherri Show

I’m THRILLED to share my home hacks segment on The Sherri Show this week! This was such an exciting day for me, and I’m glad I could showcase some of my favorite hacks and meet the one and only Sherri Shepherd!🤗 You can check it out here, or scroll down to see each one!

 

HELPFUL HOME HACKS🛠🏠

First up, a game-changing bracelet hack! Putting a bracelet on yourself can be super frustrating, and feel impossible. the easy fix? Grab a hair pin, thread it through the hook and hold onto the pin with one hand while you clasp it together with the other hand. The hair pin provides the extension you need and does the trick!

 

Up next, the easiest hack for your rusty iron! Perfect for spring cleaning season. All you need is toothpaste, a toothbrush and a towel. Start brushing the iron with the toothpaste like you’re brushing your teeth. At first, it might seem like it’s not working and then all of a sudden, the rust is going to come right off! To finish off the hack, wipe the iron down with a towel. The last step is to add water to your iron and steam it to get rid of the excess toothpaste in the holes. My favorite thing about this hack is that it’s toxic free!

 

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Paper towels are so easy to waste! What we are going to do is cut your paper towel roll in half, straight down the middle with a knife just like you are cutting bread. Half the roll makes us use half the amount! My family used to hate this hack and now we all love it.

 

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This next hack is a super easy way to get an odors or excess smells out of your shirts. Too much perfume or even sweat? This does the trick! Start out by picking any cheap vodka, but make sure it’s vodka sister! Other alcohols like gin will stain your shirt. Add some vodka and water to your spray bottle and spray onto your shirt as needed. Let it dry and repeat if necessary.

NOTE: This does work on wool and silk, but if you are using any of these fabrics, DON’T add water to the vodka mix

 

Incase you missed it, I also shared my VIRAL packing hack! This is my favorite hack that makes packing SO much easier. You’ll need a collapsible closet organizer and you’re going to use each compartment to pack an outfit. When you take it out of your suitcase, hang it right up and you’ll have everything ready for your trip! Check it out HERE!

 

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Do you struggle with folding fitted sheets? This hassle-free hack helps you get the best fold! On your bed or kitchen table, take your fitted sheet and put it elastic side up. Simply fold it in half and keep folding just like you would a regular sheet. How easy is that?!

 

Which one of these hacks is your favorite? Comment and LMK!


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3 Handy Bathroom Hacks You Need to Know

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Have you noticed how expensive razors are? It’s crazy! Luckily, there’s a way to make them last longer! You can also end soap dish scum and shower rings! I love these 3 GENIUS BATHROOM HACKS and can’t wait for you to try them 🤩

🫧🚿 BATHROOM HACKS 🧼🪒 FREE + EASY 🛀

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Tip #1:

A little container of rice will keep your razor from rusting!

 

Tip #2:

Tired of that slimy soap? Grab a couple rubber bands to put around your soap dish!

 

Tip #3:

Use clear nail polish on the bottom of your shaving cream to keep it from rusting. problem solved!

 

Do you prefer bar soap or liquid? Or maybe both for different reasons? Comment and LMK! I use both for different reasons 🤗


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Trader Joe’s Low Carb Frozen Dinners

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Do you have a frozen meal in your freezer? I have a lot! They’re great for those nights when you’re short on time and honestly, a BIG MONEY SAVER! But have you ever checked the carb count on those things? Even the “healthy” ones can be shockingly high in carbs 😳 Here’s what I grab at Trader Joe’s and what I skip 😉

 

First up, the Indian food.

Skip: Thai Green Curry… it has 59 g of carbs!

Skip: Veggie Curry with Rice… it was 75 g of carbs!

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We can do better. Instead grab these:

Buy: Paneer… it only has 5 g of carbs!

Buy: Eggplant Curry… it comes in at 7 g of carbs!

 

When it comes to fried rice, here’s what to put down.

Skip: Veggie Fried Rice… We are talking 42 g of carbs!

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Instead, let’s grab this guy:

Buy: Cauliflower Fried Rice… with only 5 g of carbs!

 

This delicious meal was a shocker.

Skip: The Orange Chicken Bowl… it has 78 g of carbs! Yikes!

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Here’s my alternative:

Buy: Shiitake Mushroom Chicken… with only 7 g of carbs.

 

 

And lastly, if you’re trying to avoid meat, here’s what to grab and skip for your vegetarian meal.

Skip: Veggie Burger… 1 patty is 18 carbs!

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I found a great alternative.

Buy: Meatless Breakfast Sausages… these guys are only 2 carbs a piece!

Note: you can eat this ENTIRE bag and still consume less carbs than one of those patties 🤗

 

Hope this makes your life and health journey just a little bit easier! What’s the one frozen food you always have on hand? Comment and LMK! Mine is frozen riced cauliflower 🤗


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Genius Dupe Secret: Save on ANYTHING

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DUPE HACK🚨SAVE & SHARE THIS ONE‼️FIND AFFORDABLE DUPES 🛋️👗What are you currently looking for? I’ve been searching for a bed bench and this trick helped me find a fantastic dupe for a fraction of the price! Seriously… this dupe hack is a game-changer that is sure to save you some serious bucks.

NOTE✳️ I am NOT connected to these folks, in fact they don’t even know I exist 😂 I just thought this was such a game changer I had to share 🤗

The secret is the website dupe.com! This website helps you find dupes for just about anything in seconds.

 

Let me show you how it works. I found this chair that I LOVED but it costs $265! WHAT?! So… I copied the link to the chair and put it on dupe.com. This site generated a bunch of dupes! The savings were crazy. It found an identical chair that was 60% cheaper.

The same goes for this coffee table I loved. It found identical options that were 90% cheaper! It also works on clothes and just about anything you can think of.

Isn’t this awesome?! What would you like to find a dupe for? Comment and LMK!


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Trader Joe’s Low Carb Hack

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TRADER JOES HACK: LOW CARB + 4 INGREDIENTS 🤩 CHICKEN CEASAR PIZZA 🍗🥗🍕

How many chicken Cesar salads have you eaten? I don’t even know how I’d begin to count 😂 This EASY + AFFORDABLE RECIPE is a fun take on an old favorite. I hope you love it as much as I do 🥰

 

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My first secret? Grab their canned chicken. It’s so easy, and no one will ever know! It’s high protein, low carb, and super affordable.

 

Chicken Crust

2 cans Trader Joe’s chicken (drained) or 20 oz of chopped chicken
2/3 cup Parmesan cheese
2 tsp. Italian seasoning, optional (My Magic Seasoning works here, too)
1 egg (I assumed you had one of these in your fridge for this recipe 😉)

Start off by preheating your oven to 375F. To make our chicken crust, add your canned chicken, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and an egg into your mixing bowl. The parmesan cheese actually acts as the glue of the crust!

Note: If you prefer to use my magic seasoning instead of Italian,  you can find the recipe here.

Just mix it up and form a round crust on parchment paper lined pizza stone or cookie sheet. The crust actually takes shape pretty quickly! Bake your crust for 40 mins at 375F and let it cool.

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Once the crust is done baking, we are going to let our crust cool down and in the mean time, let’s mix up our Caesar salad topping. When tossing the salad, make sure to skip the croutons, but of course add the cheese and dressing, as they are both low carb.

This last ingredient is my secret weapon. Trader Joe’s garlic spread just adds something to it, and it’s also low carb. Spread it on top of your crust and add your salad right on top.

Let me know if you try this out! It’s one of my favorite Trader Joe’s inventions.


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Have You Heard This? 1 Mom = 4 Jobs!

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👩‍🍳🧺 1 WOMAN = 4 JOBS??? 🚘🛒 ARE YOU DOING TOO MUCH?

I read this article the other day and I can’t stop thinking about it. Super sad…wife / mom passes away and husband hires FOUR people to replace her. I couldn’t believe it! A mom was doing the job of four people!

 

This article has really made me stop and think… are we all doing too much? Should we be asking for help more? And why do we feel guilty asking?

 

I’m awful about asking for help, worried it could make me look “less than” as a wife and mom. Worried that if I say “I need help with X, Y or Z” I won’t look competent. I realize how nutty this sounds, but I’m being completely candid, have you ever felt like this?

 

This article was an EYE OPENER! What do you think?


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Free & Easy Genius Life Hack

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FREE LIFE HACK 🤩 One of my FAV OF ALL TIME! Bonus: it’s also a nail saver 💅 How frustrated do you get when you can’t find the start of the tape? I know this sounds like a pretty small detail in the grand scheme of life, but honestly, once you try this you’re going to love it!life hack

Have you ever noticed your tape rolls have an extra little piece at the top? Well, that thing is about to save you so much time and frustration. Do you struggle with finding the start of the tape? Here’s the solution.

Start by taking that extra top piece and press down on the tape. Now start turning the tape. Eventually, your roll will stop at the start of the tape! So there you have it, a simple yet effective way to conquer the tape dilemma.

This is one of my favorite hacks, and I hope you love it, too.


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Easy and Affordable Trader Joe’s No Bake Dessert Hacks

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Do you have the time or energy to bake? And have you noticed how expensive the ingredients have become? Here’s the answer! 3 QUICK + EASY + AFFORDABLE DESSERTS that you don’t need to turn your oven on for, all from Trader Joe’s! NO BAKING SKILLS REQUIRED 🥳

 

First stop is Trader Joe’s! We are going to grab their cupcakes, the mini sheet cake (I gabbed their new lemon one, but you can use any flavor you prefer), and their cheesecake. The key to any of these desserts? Remove the evidence😉

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I started off with the sheet cake and of course, removed the packaging. To make it look even more homemade, I re-frosted this guy by running my knife across the icing.  Little imperfections will trick your guests into thinking you made this guy yourself.

Now, grab your cookie cutters. I found these cute spring shaped ones. Press these guys into your sheet cake to make petite fours. I decorated mine using sprinkles, but you can use anything you like!

Next up, I’m sharing the easiest cupcake transformation hack. If you can use scissors, you can make these adorable marshmallow flowers. Simply cut through the marshmallow to make slits that act as the petals and gently pull them apart. When you add a candy to the middle of the marshmallow flower, it looks like spring.

I saved the best for last! Wait until you see how easy it is to transform this store-bought cheesecake into a fancy dessert. We are going to dress it up using strawberries and strawberry preserves/jelly.  Of course, start by removing the packaging. Next, grab the strawberries. Here’s one of my favorite hacks: to remove the strawberry stem, simply slide a straw right through. How easy is that?! I lined my entire cheesecake with sliced strawberries.

Here’s where it gets fancy… we are going to make our own strawberry glaze! To make the strawberry glaze, mix 1/2 of your preserves/jelly with 1 Tablespoon of water 🍓❤️ After popping it  in the microwave for about 20 seconds, use a spoon to glaze the strawberries on top.

 

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All three of these dessert hacks are quick and affordable. Your guests are sure to love ’em!


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3 Genius Kitchen Hacks: Save Money and Get Organized!

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You guys are going to love these 3 kitchen hacks- they are game changers! Do you use paper towels? My family was using a crazy amount until I started doing this hack! Plus 2 of my favorite hacks tricks 😍

My family is notorious for using a crazy amount of paper towels, and these days, the prices for paper towels are crazy! I have a solution. I started cutting my paper towels in half. This way, they end up using half as much!

Now, onto the fridge! Baking soda is great for eliminating odors, but here’s the thing… we have to change it out every few months for the rest of our lives. I’ve got the solution! I grabbed my handy refrigerator deodorizer. If you swap your baking soda out for this guy, it lasts 10 years! Mark you calendars a decade from now. Your welcome 😉

Under the kitchen sink, I’ve always wanted a towel holder! But, my Husband Scooter doesn’t love the idea of drilling holes into your cabinets. Instead, I found a bar that doesn’t require any tools! This damage free towel bar doesn’t look like a temporary bar, which makes me and Scoot happy!

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Do you use dish gloves? Comment and LMK! I’m so addicted to mine, I’ve been known to buy them on vacation 😂


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