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DIY Upcycle Bag

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So I hear a lot of people are going in to the "no waste" way of life, which I 100% agree with. I thought, why not use some material that we ALL have and make use of it? So yes, this is going to be a tutorial on how to make an "Upcycle Bag"  If you're interested in video form, check out my video:   If you'd rather go through a photo tutorial, here it is!  Items you will need:  -Scissors  -Old t-shirt (or any clothing of your choice you no longer wear)  -9 inch zipper  -Ruler  -Thread  -Sewing Needle  -Sewing Pins or Clips  -Fleece or Fusible Cotton Batting (Fleece is easier and cheaper)  -Pen  1.  Cut out two pieces of the upcycle and fleece in to 8 x 9 inch pieces (20.5 x 23 centimeters)  2. Place your zipper, opening side down, on top of one upcycle fabric. Then, place one piece of fleece on top of the zipper   3. Sew! 4.Place the finished sewing piece face down on your upcycle fabric (upcycle on upcycle) and place the fleece on top

5 Ways to Reduce Anxiety

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Hello, I'm sure many of you viewing this are familiar with one of the most common mental health issues, anxiety. I have lived with it for as long as I can remember and just wanted to share the five most helpful/useful items and exorcises to help relieve some of it :) Want to watch these 5 ways, check it out!   😊 Also, please  Subscribe! 1. Yoga! (Or Fitness) Yes, Yoga. This has been something that has helped me through some tough times, and it also helps you to stay fit, so win win. I do have a video going in to more detail about my first yoga class and how it helped me through a stressful weekend, check the link above ðŸ˜‰ 2. Essential Oils Aroma Therapy This was a recommendation from my doctor, as well as the one above. She had stated that rubbing pepperming essential oil (100% natural and safe for your skin essential oil) can help to relax your mind in a stress time. I have personally learned from pain staking experience, that grapefruit essential oil is my go to wh