Valentine’s Day may still be a month away, but it is not too early to start decking your halls with all things hearts. Decorating for Valentine’s Day is a great way to add a pop of color to your home after all of the Christmas holiday decor comes down. You don’t need to spend aRead More
10 Frugal Homemade Christmas Centerpieces
You don’t have to spend a lot of money on your Christmas centerpiece. You can use items you already have around your house. Do you have any evergreens growing on your property? Pine boughs, holly, and juniper branches look wonderful when arranged down the center of your table. Add red candles of varying heights andRead More
10 DIY Christmas Gift Ideas for Boys
Are you searching for gift ideas for a boy? Many people think it is harder to make homemade gifts for boys than it is for girls, but I don’t think so. My boys may be easy, but I could just give them wood and nails if I wanted to and let them go to townRead More
12 Homemade Christmas Wreaths
Here are 12 homemade Christmas wreaths to add a touch of holiday cheer to your porch this year. In 2001 we moved to an old neighborhood in Virginia. I immediately fell in love with the hardwood floors, lead pane windows, and spiral staircase as soon as I walked in the foyer. I just knew itRead More
10 DIY Bird Feeder Treats
When I was a child, I loved watching the birds in the winter from out my window. It was fun to see how they interact when the world is so cold outside. One way to attract birds for watching (as well as doing something kind for them) is to make some bird feeder treats for them toRead More
15 DIY Christmas Gift Ideas
Last week a friend gave me a pen and ink drawing she had created from a picture. I was so touched I started crying. A picture my oldest son painted hangs over my dresser and artwork my daughter created with pressed flowers hangs over my vanity. My husband and sons have gifted me on severalRead More
15 Homemade Christmas Ornaments
Each year we make several new Christmas ornaments for our tree. Some years I have simply picked up some ceramic ornaments from Michael’s and some paint. One year the kids went to town with pipe cleaners and tri-beads. Other years, we have been more creative and upcycled items from around the house to create ornaments.Read More
How to Make a Pumpkin Lantern – A Dollar Store DIY Project
This homemade pumpkin lantern is a frugal dollar store DIY project. Dollar store pumpkins can be used for so many things during the fall season. Take a look below at how we turned an ordinary dollar store pumpkin into a fun pumpkin lantern, perfect for lighting up Halloween nights! Making your own pumpkin lantern isRead More
DIY Laundry Stain Remover
With a husband who brings home grimy, oil-spattered uniforms and two kids who seem to be dirt magnets, I need some assistance with the cleaning beyond a good laundry soap and a hired laundry service. I have tried several combinations of cleaning supplies and store bought stain removers with different results, none entirely satisfactory. Until the day I grabbedRead More
10 Free Knit Patterns for Pets
We all love our furry friends, and it’s always fun to make something just for them. Knitting for your pets can be fun and it is also a great way to use up scrap yarn since it is doubtful that your dog will care what color you made his toys. Included in this fun listRead More
How to Make Homemade Furniture Polish
While I love the shine and protection that furniture polish gives my wood, I can live without all the dangerous chemicals they pack into it. I love making my own home and body products with essential oils and and few other items on hand. First of all I feel safer having them around my familyRead More
DIY Pine Cone Fire Starters
Our family loves to camp, and when we can’t camp a bonfire is the next best thing! Starting up a campfire can be tricky, and a good fire starter can help make the job easier. We use to buy our fire starters at a local retail store, but recently found how easy it can beRead More
How to Make Homemade Peppermint Toothpaste
So as I began making the switch from store bought health and beauty products to homemade, toothpaste was one of the last items to go. I didn’t want gritty, weird, yucky homemade toothpaste. I mean I was switching so many other things, couldn’t it be my one store bought vice? The answer is yes, itRead More
DIY Hanging Milk Bottle Vase
There is something fun about the unexpected, which is why I like this DIY project so much. This DIY milk bottle hanging vase is a neat way to display your fresh blooms, while still keeping things unexpected and exciting at the same time. Perfect for day to day decorating or even showers and parties,Read More
DIY Washi Tape Party Silverware
Even the simplest of parties can look extraordinary when you pay attention to details. For example, take a look at how a little piece of washi tape can turn these ordinary cutlery pieces into something fresh. If you are planning a garden party, shower, or summer party soon, take a look below at how toRead More
Upcycled Placemat Vase Tutorial
Who knew you could make stylish home décor with items from your local dollar store? Take a look at how we crafted these placemat vases, using just a few supplies from Dollar Tree. As you can see, they look like something you would find in a boutique, but the reality is they only cost penniesRead More
DIY Magnetic Wine Cork Planters for Succulents
I have an infatuation with wine corks and I am always looking for ways to repurpose them. This DIY magnetic wine cork succulents planter is the perfect way to propagate those succulent cuttings while decorating your fridge or office at the same time! Here is how you can make your own magnetic wine cork succulentsRead More
DIY Ombre Dyed Canvas Shoes
Do you have anything in your closet that has gone unworn for months or even years on end? Maybe something you picked up from a thrift store with high hopes of a cute update? Don’t unload them just yet! There are so many fun ways to breathe new life into old or outdated clothes. ShoesRead More
DIY Fabric Lamp Shade Made with Fabric Scraps
Fabric lamp shades can really update an old lamp and can become a great accent to any room. Lampshades are surprisingly expensive and it’s often difficult to find anything unique on the shelves at local home stores. It’s also sometimes a challenge to find just the right color or style to fit your need. ThisRead More
DIY Mini Red Solo Cup Party Lights
Nothing says it is time to party like a package of red Solo cups! If you plan on having family and friends over this summer for cook outs and festivities, you will want to give this easy Red Solo Cup Party Lights a try. These Red Solo Cup Party Lights are perfect for lighting upRead More
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