Welcome! Here at Crafting the Good Life I’m dedicated to helping you create a more simple and enjoyable life through DIY Projects and Easy Recipes!
This family room makeover truly leaves me speechless! We wanted to update this space so badly, but we had recently finished the laundry room (which was pretty pricey). Check out the transformation here. We also have baby #2 on the way, so we didn’t want to spend all of our money with this project.
DIY wood planks are such a great way to give your favorite space a fresh new look. There is always the option to buy and install ready-made shiplap, but we went with the good old DIY version and saved ourselves about $350. It was well worth the work on our end and I think it turned out just as amazing, if not better, than if we chose traditional shiplap. Depending on the size of your wall, this could be a super simple way to add character and texture to your walls! Even for us, it ended up being more difficult with the complexity of the wall, but definitely a doable project for any DIY lover.
Easy Homemade Pizza is the perfect recipe to add into your rotation or a fun date night. The amazingly delicious crispy crust you get with this Homemade Pizza Recipe will literally change your life. You can customize the toppings and make it the perfect pizza for you. If you follow the recipe, I promise that you’ll never make a different Homemade Pizza recipe :)
Learn how to make your own DIY All Natural Anti-Itch Remedy that is perfect for bug bites. It is safe for kids and only made from a few natural ingredients. it takes only seconds to make and works incredibly well for itchy skin.
I finally decided it was time to tackle my wardrobe in my decluttering journey. It is so refreshing to get rid of almost everything and keep just what I need! Get your free step-by-step download so you can be on your way too :)
This vegetarian quesadilla is full of flavor and extremely filling. It’s a quick 15 minute dinner that is perfect for the whole family. These quesadillas are made with only a few ingredients: Avocado, Beans, Peppers, and Onions. You can use cheese if you wish, or skip to make this a perfect vegan dinner. This quesadilla recipe is simple and perfect for a weeknight meal plan.
This easy cast iron skillet pork chop recipe will give you the very best Parmesan crusted pork chops. They are moist and perfectly done every time. These breaded pork chops are pan fried first and then baked in the oven. This cooking method is so easy, anyone can handle it and truly turn out perfect every time you make them. These Pork Chops are full of flavor and the perfect texture.
This Chicken Pasta with Homemade pesto is not only super easy, but it’s super delicious! It’s quick enough for a weeknight and is a healthy dinner option that will keep you full!
DIY All-Purpose Disinfecting Cleaner is safe your your nice granite counter tops and an easy way to limit the toxins in our homes. will be honest though, the only way I’m going to make a swap is if the recipe is super easy to make. Because, let’s be honest…we don’t have all the time in the world to make things when we can easily buy stuff at the store. This All-Purpose Cleaner will take you just minutes to make and work so well on all the surfaces in your home. It’s even safe for your beautiful quartz and granite, read more to find out why!
I’m always looking for better ways to cook fish. I can be very picky with the fish that I eat! This recipe is so quick but doesn’t sacrifice flavor!
Give your immune system a much needed boost with this anti-oxidant filled syrup! The recipe is easy and tastes great, your kids will even drink some :) Help your body fight off any unwanted viruses and set yourself up to be extra healthy!
This Easy Paleo Chicken Avocado Salad is so savory and delicious. It is full of flavor and is so quick! It only takes about 20 minutes to prepare. It doesn’t get much easier than that! You can save even more time if you are one of those amazing meal prep people. This Chicken and Avocado Salad becomes an easy paleo lunch you can easily bring to work! This Chicken and Avocado Salad is not only an easy Paleo Lunch, it is very filling so you don’t have to worry about being hungry a few minutes later. It is a very simple recipe with less than 10 ingredients and a ton of wonderful healthy fats. I hope you enjoy this Chicken Salad with Avocado! Keep reading for my best tips and the recipe!
When we moved into our house, I didn’t have a spot for a full length mirror or anywhere to store my jewelry. It was a fun project that was actually pretty quick!
This easy skillet can be made for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! It’s versitle and delicious. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and can comply with your Paleo/Whole30/Gluten Free/Clean Eating lifestyle!
This is one of my favorite healthy dinners! It’s easy and full of flavor! All you need is a pan and a slow cooker. It’s a great Paleo, whole30, Gluten Free Recipe.
This creamy soup is so delicious and and filling! It is full of flavor and so easy to make!
This all natural hand soap is perfect for your home. it only takes a few minutes to make and is a great way to get some of the scary chemicals out of your home!
One of the first things we did when we moved in was plan our garden. I love being able to grow things at home! Here is a list of everything you need to know to get your own garden started.
This Easy DIY Wood Compost Bin tutorial will help you get started on your composting journey! This wood composting bin is perfect for your backyard and can be customized to be the right size, small or large! Read further for the step-by-step instructions on how to build it as well as how to get started with composting!
Grab your wok and go make this easy and delicious stir-fry! It will take you about 20 minutes from start to finish, so no excuses :)
