Turn a simple terra cotta pot into an elegant Embossed Terra Cotta Pot. This is an easy DIY planter for your indoor and outdoor plants. I love the look of pretty embossed pots at the home improvement stores but the price tags can be a little bit ridiculous. Even a moderately small pot had aRead More
15 DIY Easter Decorations
These DIY Easter decorations are great ways to decorate for Easter on a budget. I love Easter and springtime crafts. After spending the winter cooped up and surrounded by the cold air, it is nice to work on craft projects that have bright colors and remind me that warmer weather is on its way. DecoratingRead More
10 Free Window Treatment Patterns and Tutorials
You can save money while redecorating with these free window treatment patterns and tutorials. With summer almost here, you are probably hoping to give your windows a new look. Custom window treatments look nice and are great for pulling off the perfect look you are hoping to create in each room of your home. When youRead More
DIY Yarn Easter Eggs
My friend David is sharing a tutorial for DIY Yarn Easter Eggs: These DIY Yarn Easter Eggs are a fun and easy Easter craft to do with kids. The hardest part is waiting for the eggs to dry! You can use the string Easter eggs to decorate for Easter. Place them in a basket andRead More
How to Save Money at Jo-Ann Fabrics
It used to be that Jo-Ann Fabrics really was just a fabric store, but as other craft stores have extended their merchandise and what they carry, Jo-Ann’s has followed suit. With that, you can find lots of new craft supplies, home decor and even craft classes. If Jo-Ann’s is one of your favorite places toRead More
20 Uses for Lavender Essential Oil
Of all the essential oils out there, I would have to say lavender essential oil is one of my favorites. Not only does it smell amazing and calm the soul, but it has some pretty neat uses around the house as well. Here are 20 ways to use lavender essential oil. 20 Uses for LavenderRead More
15 Free Crochet Ornament Patterns
For me, there is something so warm about crocheted items. Ornaments on the tree made in this fashion are no exception. They almost look vintage and they make your tree look truly one-of-a-kind. I looked all over online to pick out some of the best crocheted ornaments out there and let me tell you, itRead More
How to Make an Indoor Herb Planter from a Mail Sorter
It seems as though bulky wooden mail sorters can be found just about at any thrift store or garage sale. These mail sorters are great at doing their job, but usually aren’t the most appealing to look at. Should you come across one, why not upcycle into something fresh instead? Take a look at howRead More
DIY Pencil Pouch Tutorial
If you liked the DIY Reusable Sanwich Bag and Reusable Snack Bags tutorials, I have another easy DIY back to school project that can be made in a coordinating fabric of your choice to further customize your child’s school gear. This pencil pouch will outlast your childs current character obsession and can be reused for muchRead More
Easy DIY Herb Drying Rack
Now that the summer months are winding down, you will want to make sure you dry out as much of your herbs as possible for winter use. Drying herbs is a great way to preserve your herbs even longer, and enjoy them in your favorite soups, salads, and other dishes. You don’t need fancyRead More
Missing Sock Magic: DIY Sock Sorter
Are you tired of losing socks? It may seem as though your washer and dryer are a black hole for socks to become forever lost in. Well when you create this easy and inexpensive DIY sock sorter, you can easily and effectively keep your mismatch socks organized! It only takes a few supplies, and theRead More
DIY Hanging Cullender Herb Planter
Wouldn’t you love to have fresh herbs at your fingertips all season long? Well now you can easily and inexpensively. You don’t need a large plot of land or even fancy flower pots to grow your own fresh herbs. In fact, all you need is an old kitchen cullender. With it you can create aRead More
Mother’s Day Fun: Butterfly Garden Bouquet
This Mother’s Day, give her a bouquet that is just as unique as it is beautiful. This beautiful butterfly bouquet is so simple to make, and the end result is quite stunning! Perfect for the mom who loves all things butterflies and natural, this bouquet can be whipped up in minutes and for just pennies.Read More
Get Growing: DIY Garden Sign
Do you want to spruce up your garden with a little fun and whimsy? Then give this easy to make and even easier to enjoy DIY garden sign a try. You can make your own in a jiffy, and when you are done you will have some unique garden art that your neighbors areRead More
Simple Spring DIY Picture Frame
Are you ready to add the sweetness of spring to your living space? If so, take a look at how you can make your own simple spring picture frame. Easy and inexpensive to craft, this spring picture frame is a fun and frugal way to add a pop of color to your walls. Kids canRead More
Easy Easter Egg Frame Craft – A Frugal Easter Decor Idea
It is time to get your space spruced up for Easter! Sure you could run out to your local home decor store or specialty boutique to grab a few pieces, but why not think about making your own instead? You don’t have to be super crafty to make your own easy Easter egg frame craftRead More
DIY Herb Pots – A Dollar Store Craft Project
I found these adorable but plain ceramic pots at Dollar Tree while wandering around looking for a new project. I love taking something simple from Dollar Tree and turning it into something a little more custom and special. Right next to these pots I spotted a ball of sisal twine and the wheels started spinning. I have seen someRead More
Upcycled Soup Can Herb Planter
Spring is quickly approaching, so why not take this opportunity to prepare some herb pots? Fresh herbs are always nice to have on hand when cooking or crafting, and growing your own is more cost effective than buying from the grocer. You don’t need any fancy supplies to make your own potted herbs, in factRead More
Celebrate Spring with 15 Fun Flower Crafts
After a long, cold winter it is almost time for spring! Unfortunately, someone forgot to tell mother nature. A lot of the United States is still covered in a thick blanket of snow and more storms are predicted. The snow has melted on our property, but we expect more before winter is through. Often weRead More
Scrap Fabric Magnets – A Frugal DIY Project
As we patiently await the arrival of spring, you might find yourself itching to get organized. Magnets are a great way to keep small paper objects, recipes, and other important memos safe. Whether on your refrigerator or your office desk, magnets can be a great way to give small items some order. Below, take aRead More
