by Erin K

The economy isn’t the best, with the recent difficulties effecting families nationwide. This has forced many families to rethink their own finances and purchases. A do-it-yourself mentality is arising in the US, with many parents rolling up their sleeves and reusing what is around the house. This idea doesn’t just have to be with small items, like yogurt cups and popsicle sticks, but with larger pieces of furniture that are always around a family dwelling. Here are some ideas on how to repurpose various pieces that might be just collecting dust. [Read more…]

By Samantha C

Are you wondering what to do with your old clothes that you no longer wear? Repurpose these pieces by turning them into easy to make home decor pieces. It is a creative way to enhance your decor for little to no cost. Before beginning any of these projects, wash and iron your old clothing pieces. [Read more…]

by Amanda D

The pumpkin is a quintessential symbol of the fall season. Favored by many families as a fall decoration, pumpkins can be used for a wide variety of projects, one of the most popular being jack-o-lanterns. Pumpkins can also be displayed on their own, often placed on doorsteps and other areas for decoration. While they can be displayed in many different ways, using one for the basis of a centerpiece is an inexpensive and effective way to decorate your home for fall. Complete the following steps to create a floral arrangement using a pumpkin as a festive container. [Read more…]

by Christina J

Most commercial household cleaners are full of chemicals that are bad for the environment and your family. If you’re looking to save a few bucks while keeping your family healthy and happy, there’s a quick solution: Vinegar! So next time you’re gearing up to clean your house, try using vinegar to: [Read more…]

by Christina J

If you are anything like me, you love to shop for home decor, especially attractive and sleek candles which pull the look of a room together and brighten it up, all while adding a pretty scent. However, if you continue to be like me, you also like to keep those candles lit most of the time, which means they burn out fast, leaving you with plenty of pretty little glass vessels and not much idea of what to do with them. Luckily, there are tons of ways you can upcycle these vessels, whether they are big or small. [Read more…]

by Christina J

Between taking care of kids and trying to manage your personal life, you’re often left with far less free time than you’d like. Of course, the fact that you have any free time at all is amazing in and of itself, but these minimal stretches of open schedule space are often far too short to really get much done. Fortunately, there are a lot of really great DIY interior decorating projects that you can finish in between all the running around. Here are just a few of the best ones: [Read more…]

By Christina J

1. Always check store circulars on every visit. If you routinely go to the same grocery store or if you prefer to go to a variety of different grocery stores to get certain items at each one, checking circulars can help you find coupons for products you need. Store coupons are usually located on the back of in-store circulars. [Read more…]

by Amy J

Rag Quilts

Rag Quilts are a great gift item. All fabrics will need to be flannel.

Choose a solid color fabric for the back of the quilt; this color will outline the squares on the front. Next, choose two to four colors for the front of the quilt. There is a wide variety of patterns in flannel material. Disney patterns are great for children.  [Read more…]

by Samantha S

Children love to play dress up; costumes help children to take amazing journeys in their imaginations. Even something as simple as a fantastic hat can be enough to fuel a child’s flight of fancy. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to help your child come up with a great costume. Cleverly repurposed or rescued materials make great props to help your children have a great time. [Read more…]