In the past we told you about the many benefits that eating bananas offers... but now that you've gone out and bought a whole bunch, what do you do when they get overly ripe?!!!

Here are 7 unexpected ways to use bananas!!!

[And if you've used all the peels but have the soft bananas left over, remember you can always freeze them and make banana bread later!!!]

Honey, are you a fresh herb lover like we are???

If so, then it's time to channel your inner Martha Stewart and start your own herb garden!
[AM NY]

Step One
Choose your herbs
Herbs such as basil, bay, chervil, chives, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, tarragon and thyme grow well indoors during the fall and winter.

Step Two
Buy the basics
To start, you’ll need either a ceramic or plastic pot with tiny holes for water drainage. Pots should be at least 8 inches long and 8 inches deep. Also buy organic potting soil, fertilizer and, of course, herbs.

Step Three
Plant away
Layer the bottom of the pot with 2 to 3 inches of soil. If you are going to plant multiple herbs in the same pot or container, make sure they are 8 inches apart.

Step Four
Sunlight and air
For most herbs to survive, they need direct sunlight for up to four hours a day.
South-facing windows are brightest.

Step Five
Maintenance is key
Most herbs only need a light watering two to three times a week.
Fertilize your plant about once a week.
Trimming herbs on a regular basis will ensure growth.

For more information go to www.gardenweb.com and www.organicgardening.com!

Have a love for frames but not enough pictures to put in them?

No worries!!! Here are 10 Ways to repurpose a vintage picture frame:

1. Frame a tray

2. Frame a calendar

3. Frame vintage wallpaper or vintage fabric (We Love Marimekko), old calendar pictures, greeting cards, magazine covers or record albums

4. Frame a mirror

5. Display photos or a make a collage

6. Make a bulletin board from a frame without a glass. Back it with
cork or wine corks

7. Make a magnetic bulletin board

8. Cover a digital picture frame. Cut the frame and glue it over a
generic digital picture frame

9. Make a scrapbook display or an inspiration board for all your DIY. ideas

10. Frame a pocket display board – for organizing bills, photos,
business cards. Use colored library book pockets, envelopes or fabric
[Care2.com]

CUTE, FAB & EASY!!!

This weekend's DIY is Sponge Painting!!!

Sponge Painting is a CUTE, FAB & EASY way to add a unique touch to anything... from a wall to a piece of furniture!

Check back next weekend for another fun DIY video.

♥