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Organic and All-Natural Recipes and Remedies for Pest Control Around the Home

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Have you noticed an increase in the numbers of bugs and critters around your home lately?  The warming temperatures with the changing seasons can cause those little pests to come out from hiding and invade our own personal spaces of comfort.  If you have seen some of those creepy crawlies around your home or in your gardens, now is the time to take care of them before it gets out of hand.  Take a minute to read through this list of 45 different recipes and remidies you can use that are all-natural and organic in taking care of those unwanted creatures.

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Dollar Tree Strainer Pumpkin Tutorial

This Dollar Tree Strainer Pumpkin is such a clever little fall craft, and I love that it turns something completely ordinary into rustic farmhouse décor. A simple kitchen strainer suddenly becomes a sweet autumn pumpkin filled with mini pumpkins, acorns, leaves, and seasonal texture.

What makes this project so charming is the mix of materials. The metal mesh strainer gives it that slightly vintage, farmhouse look, while the twine-wrapped handle makes it feel warm and handmade. Add in the burlap leaf and little fall fillers, and it becomes the kind of decoration that would look lovely on a mantel, tiered tray, kitchen shelf, or Thanksgiving table.

This is also a great budget-friendly Dollar Tree craft because you can customize it with whatever fall supplies you already have. Use white pumpkins for a neutral farmhouse style, orange pumpkins for a classic autumn look, or add berries, cinnamon sticks, raffia, ribbon, or fairy lights to make it your own.

I especially like that this project is different from the usual wreath or painted pumpkin craft. It has a cute “repurposed kitchen item” feel, which makes it perfect for anyone who loves upcycled décor and cozy handmade fall projects.