Chas’ Crazy Little Letter: A Messy Plumbing Fix & Backyard Fun!
Good morning and welcome to my kitchen table! Grab yourself a warm cup of coffee or a cold glass of iced tea and let’s catch up.
The start of summer is officially here, and I couldn’t be happier! My garden is finally completely in the ground, and I just love looking out at it. My daughter is coming home next weekend, which always makes my heart so full, and today my son is coming over for some grilling and backyard games!
But oh my goodness, it wouldn’t be life at our house without a little craziness, right? Just as we were getting ready for the warm weather, our basement sink got terribly clogged and caused a bit of a backup flooding problem. It was a messy situation, to say the least!
Thankfully, I had a secret weapon on hand that I actually originally bought to save our motorhome pipes from clogging up while we travel.
My Quick 3-Minute Pipe-Saving Fix
I put together a quick, short video (under 3 minutes!) to show you the exact budget-friendly tools I use to keep our drains clear without calling an expensive plumber or pouring harsh chemicals down the sink.
Let’s Play Some Backyard Games!
Since today’s video was a quick one, I wanted to share one of my favorite longer videos from the archives to get you inspired for the beautiful weather. If you want some clever, budget-friendly ways to entertain the family or grandkids this season, check out my DIY Outdoor Games!
Speaking of being outside, now that the warm weather is here, I am on high alert for backyard critters. If you are noticing bugs trying to take over your hard work, you’ll love my guide on How to Get Rid of Garden Pests Naturally.
Deal of the Day: Keep Your Drains Happy!
For today’s deal, I am so excited to partner with TubShroom! I already owned two of these for our camper, and they truly catch every single bit of hair and debris before it can ruin your pipes. They fit right inside the drain so you don’t have to look at the yucky gunk, and cleaning it is as simple as a quick wipe with a tissue. It will save you hundreds on plumber bills!
This Week’s Freebie!
To celebrate the official start of the sunny season, I want to give you a special treat. This week, when you sign up for my free Summer DIYs Email Series, I am throwing in a free printable Summer Bucket List! It’s full of simple, low-cost, and joyful ideas to enjoy with your family and grandkids over the coming months.
👉 [Click here to get your Free Summer Series & Bucket List!]
Something for Everyone!
I always want to make sure you find exactly what you’re looking for to spark your creativity this week. Whether you’re looking for a new recipe, a quick organizing tip, or a fun seasonal craft, feel free to browse through these popular ideas:
Let’s Chat!
I absolutely love hearing from you, and it warms my heart when you write back. Let’s catch up in the comments below! Have you started fighting the garden pests yet this year? Or better yet, do you have a favorite backyard game your family loves to play when you get together? Drop a comment below and let me know—I read every single one!
Sending Hugs,
Chas
