• Simple Fall Decorating on a Budget
    Decorating,  DIY,  Free Downloads,  Freebies,  September

    Simple Fall Decorating on a Budget

    *Affiliate links have been used in this post. You don’t need to spend a fortune (or a lot of time if you’re not fond of decorating) for fall decor. Whether you’re on a shoestring budget, or simply trying to save pennies, with a tidbit of creativity and a few minutes, you’ll have your place feeling like a cozy fall haven. Here’s a few inexpensive, simple fall decor ideas to cozy up your home for fall: >> Pinecone Wreath Greet your guests at the door with a pinecone wreath to present a warm, stylish welcome. Rather than paying the standard price of $50 to $100 for a pinecone wreath, make one…

  • Easy Upcycled DIY Gift Bags #diycrafts #upcycle
    DIY,  Do it Yourself

    Easy Upcycled DIY Gift Bags

    It’s fun to add a little crafty touch to your gift bags, and it feels more “thoughtful” because it shows that you invested a little more time into your gift.  I often buy plain bags at the dollar store because you can get them cheaper in “groups”.  Today, I bought a 3-pack of yellow gift bags for $1.  If you watch for clearance sales at Walmart and other stores, you can often snag an even better deal!  They are of course, plain gift bags, but it doesn’t take much to turn them into something a little more special. My BEST TIP for DIY crafts is to buy plaid / gingham…

  • DIY Vitamin E Lip Balm - #diy #diybeauty
    DIY,  DIY Beauty

    DIY Vitamin E Lip Balm — And TIPS for Creating DIY Beauty Products

    *Affiliate links have been used in this post. I made a fresh supply of my DIY vitamin E lip balm yesterday. I’ve been out for awhile. That’s the thing with DIY stuff… When you’re out, you can’t just go buy another one at the store. LOL So, I’m one of those DIYers that ONLY picks EASY projects….ones that are fast and aren’t fussy. Initially, it can cost you a bit more to get started making your own DIY beauty products. But, once you buy the necessary ingredients, they last for a very long time and are more cost effective in the long run. Why I like DIY stuff: #1. It saves…

  • Easy Upcycled Dress - Cheat to Lengthen Method
    DIY

    Easy Upcycled Dress – Cheat to Lengthen Method

    If you cringe at long DIY projects, then you’ve found the perfect blog. To be quite frank and open about it, I don’t have the patience for long, drawn out crafts and other projects (such as making beautiful quilts, like my blogger friend, Missy). My kind of craft and sewing projects are ones that I can finish in under 30 minutes…. so continue reading if you’re a little interested in quick sewing projects…. or if you’d like to lengthen a dress. 🙂 Last November, during the “black Friday” sales promotions, I bought myself a little sewing machine (my referral link) for my Christmas present.  I have discovered that I hate…

  • DIY lemon vinegar cleaning solution - 3 minute project #diycleaning #diyhome
    Cleaning,  DIY

    Diy Lemon Vinegar Cleaning Spray

    You only need 3 minutes to make your own DIY cleaner… This quick, easy 3-minute DIY project can save you tons of money on purchasing commercial cleaning projects. I love to use natural products…it protects us from breathing in a lot of chemicals…and it’s cheaper! Vinegar can help battle mold..and lemon can kill bacteria and other germs. Put them together and we have a great team! 🙂 (Note: Don’t use this solution on granite and marble!) The key to avoiding heavy-duty cleaning work…. I believe the key to avoid scrubbing and dreadful cleaning efforts is to do a frequent maintenance. I keep this solution in my bathroom and any time…