DIY projects, thrifty home decor and easy crafts
These past few weeks I’ve felt like I was standing on the dock waving while everyone else pulled away from the harbor. I pride myself on being organized and put together. (Yes, God has been working on that little stronghold for a while now!) I love my job blogging and am so grateful for the direction I’m moving in, but… Read More
Running out of room in your closets? These 7 simple and inexpensive storage ideas for Christmas decorations will get you organized quickly! After all the celebrating and family activities are over, do you immediately take down your Christmas decorations or do you savor every last day you can? I’m somewhat of a mixture of both. Some years I am so ready… Read More
A beautiful home doesn’t have to be large or expensive to be charming. This Christmas home tour is filled with thrifty home decor and easy DIY crafts and projects! Why yes, I am a little bit late sharing my Christmas home tour this year. What? You haven’t heard the news? My DIY hubby had rotator cuff surgery and my first… Read More
Want ideas for decorating the outside of your home on a budget? These Christmas tree luminaries and other inexpensive decor ideas will encourage you! This was our first year decorating with the new deck on the front of our house, a project people either seem to love or hate (you can read that lively discussion here on Hometalk). I would love… Read More
Join the chalkboard craze with these easy handmade wood slices used as a chalkboard banner. Simply erase and use for any season, celebration or party. My Christmas village is one of of my favorite elements of our Christmas decorating. You can read all about the details of how we set it up. I say “we” lightly because I totally delegate… Read More
These DIY rustic wood candle holders will add simple beauty to your home for any season. Group them with greenery and berries for perfect Christmas decor. Today I want to share a simple project my husband whipped together for me recently. Since he’s having rotator cuff surgery on Tuesday he’s going to be out of commission as my DIY partner… Read More
Dress up an old candle with a 5 minute simple Christmas craft using scrapbook paper easily found for pennies at a craft store. Go from ordinary to elegant! Sometimes the best projects are the easiest, but I’m afraid I often make things more difficult than they should be. Can you relate? This year my husband having two surgeries this month… Read More
How were your Thanksgiving holidays? Are you full of stuffing and great memories? I’m blessed to say this was one of our best Thanksgivings ever with scrumptious food, laughter around the table, the perfect Christmas tree and our favorite tradition of all, the family blessing jar. But one year our celebration wasn’t so perfect…….. The smell of turkey baking in… Read More
This Christmas countdown made from scrap fence board, chalkboard and Behr Paint will help entertain the kids during the long march to Christmas Day. (Stay tuned for a giveaway at the end of this post!) Do you believe you’re a creative person? Do you feel more comfortable with a plan and a schedule? I would normally say yes to both… Read More