DIY projects, thrifty home decor and easy crafts
This simple, practically free craft will start the holiday season off right! Easy tutorial on how to make a DIY Christmas rag wreath. Are you a “let’s start decorating for Christmas in September” kinda person or are you the “heck no, not until after Thanksgiving” type? I love the beauty of a home decorated for the holidays, but somehow as… Read More
Don’t know how to sew but still want a beautiful, inexpensive bedroom? Learn how to pull it all together with this easy no sew DIY bed skirt tutorial. Do you ever begin a project in your home with great enthusiasm and tons of fresh ideas and inspiration? You’re chomping at the bit to finally make headway on that space that’s… Read More
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MyGo2Pen #CollectiveBias Carve out a space in your small home office nook for an easy DIY bulletin board using scrapbook paper, chalkboard paint and your creativity! Do you scroll through Pinterest and look at everyone else’s DIY projects and say, “I could never… Read More
The post Easy Red White and Blue Tablescape is sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. We often make entertaining too complicated so today I want to show you how to create this easy red white and blue tablescape by using what you already have in your home. I want to save you both money AND time! I don’t know about… Read More
Don’t throw away that UGLY outdoor furniture! This easy DIY ANYONE can do shows how to spray paint plastic chairs without spending a lot of money or time! The post How to How to Spray Paint Plastic Chairs is sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. I like free stuff. Free is good, but sometimes you need to spruce up the free stuff…. Read More
The post Easy Spring Banner is sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. Think you have no time or money to create a beautiful home? Not true! This easy spring banner from scrapbook paper can be done in minutes and costs pennies! Pinterest is a lie. There, I said it. And as one whose business often relies on Pinterest traffic, that… Read More
Disclosure: The post Cheap and Fast DIY Valentine’s Day Banner is sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. This cheap and fast DIY Valentine’s Day banner is made out of gift bags from the dollar store. So clever and simple to make even the kids can help! Decorate your entire mantel or wall! 30 years ago Valentine’s Day a pretty young girl with… Read More
Recently a reader told me the one thing keeping her from creating a little bit of pretty in her home was lack of inspiration. She said she simply couldn’t seem to conjure up something to make a difference in any of the living areas in her home. Oh, sweet friend, I understand! We just gutted our kitchen and it’s all ugly! Walls… Read More
Step by step instructions on how to create a Christmas village display as a family tradition. Included are money saving tips and a step by step video! (I’ve included some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my full disclosure policy.) One year as a young bride I discovered the beauty of collecting miniature houses for Christmas. I had my family… Read More