DIY projects, thrifty home decor and easy crafts
You CAN have a beautiful home without spending a lot of money OR time. Celebrate fall with these cheap and easy fall decorations for your home! Do you ever feel like you’re THAT person? The one with all the excuses? I don’t have time to decorate my home because I’m too busy. I can’t afford it because (insert latest financial… Read More
Great ideas for ways to save money on fall decorating, including tips on buying from thrift stores, using natural elements and shopping your own home! Have you ever wondered why people spend tons of money decorating their homes for every season and holiday of the year? Me, too! I have to confess when I started sharing my home on the… Read More
The post 5 Outdoor Entertaining Tips is sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. Take the worry out of planning a party or gathering with these 5 outdoor entertaining tips. Save money, time AND enjoy your guests! Do you consider yourself a social person? Do you like a good party and invite friends over regularly just to hang out and shoot the… 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
Disclosure: The post 5 Tips for a Cheap and Easy Winter Mantel is sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. Anyone else feel the January blues coming on after the busyness (and maybe the stress) of the holidays? You have high hopes for goal setting and fresh starts but when you look around your home you see remnants of Christmas wrapping… Read More
Disclosure: The post How to Decorate a Christmas Mantel the Cheap Way was sponsored by Duraflame® but all opinions are my own. Anyone can learn how to decorate a Christmas mantel the cheap way with these 5 amazing tips! No more wasted time or money and your mantel will be stunning! Is there something about your home you don’t love? Maybe… 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
Disclosure: The post DIY Painted Pumpkin Craft was sponsored by Behr but I’ve always used and loved Behr Paint! This painted pumpkin craft is perfect for anyone who wants to impress friends and family! All you need is pumpkins and a few decorative accents. Anybody feeling a bit of pressure about now? It’s the last few days of fall before the… Read More