I know it might be hard to believe that there is something good to look backward on in this crazy year we call 2020, but there is! There is always a silver lining and I am looking back on 10 slivers of silver with you here. It's always interesting to see what projects resonate with people, what people like and aren't interested in. Sometimes I share things thinking you guys will just LOVE them and they fall flat, while other projects just seem to take on a life of their own and are ... continue reading...
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Dollar Store Organizing Ideas
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Color Stained Wood Block Display
This color stain wood block display is so simple to make, but has so much decorating potential. I just love ease and purpose don't you! I think the thing that makes this display block so special is the colored stain, it is a unique touch that I think you will enjoy trying for your wood crafts. Have you ever heard of Unicorn Spit? I used it on a table you might have seen a while back. Well it's great for small craft projects as well and I had a fun time using a bunch of neutral colors for a ... continue reading...
Old Dictionary Page Print
Learn how to create an old dictionary page print! I came across a set of large old dictionaries on one of my recent thrift store jaunts. They were $2 for the set so I couldn't pass up all that crafting potential. Girl - make sure you keep your eyes peeled for a big old book like this, I'll show you why! When you see a large book with yummy old pages, it is the perfect backdrop for printing art on. You can print all kinds of things using dictionary, hymnal or even old Bible pages ... continue reading...
Christmas Hot Chocolate Bar Ideas
I'm not sure how this is the first year I've put together a Christmas Hot Chocolate Bar, but it is. And we LOVE it. I thought it's be fun to share some practical ideas for you to create your own little hot chocolate station with a few fun DIY items, dollar store and Walmart finds! I started out with my DIY tiered tray (plans and instructions here!) - of course you can use any tiered tray. Even if you don't have one you can create a hot chocolate (or coffee) bar on a side table, little ... continue reading...
How To Make A DIY Tiered Tray
make a beautiful diy tiered tray that is budget-friendly too! I shopped around for the tiered tray of my dreams but could find one to match the picture in my head. So I built one. 🛠️ I wanted a big DIY tiered tray with three tiers and I had a picture in my head I just couldn't shake!!! I think it turned out good and so I am sharing how you can build one for yourself if you want, it is much more budget friendly than buying one this size. Years ago I salvaged a table ... continue reading...
How to Make Personalized Wood Napkin Rings
I am a sucker for anything personalized! Wait until I show you how to make personalized wood napkin rings! I think these little guys are brilliant because they make each guest at your table feel special and thought of. Wouldn't you love to sit at a spot with YOUR name on it? I think it all started for me when I was little and would get pencils and things with my name on them. It felt so special to me and that feeling has never gone away as I've gotten older. I just moved from my name to ... continue reading...
Picture Frame Makeover For Christmas Decorating
I love to collect junk picture frames to use in decorating. Whenever I come across super cheap or exceptionally ornate picture frames I always scoop them up and add them to my stash. There are so many fun things you can do to breath life into an old frame, especially for Christmas decorating! Don't worry if you find frames with broken glass, an ugly color or with insanely outdated artwork...they all have a second life waiting in the wings! If you are looking for affordable ideas ... continue reading...
Dollar Store Christmas Sign
This frame makeover is perfect for a dollar store Christmas sign! There is nothing better than mixing old and new for some well loved looking decor, especially when you want it to be budget friendly for the holidays! I found these two old frames at a garage sale for TEN CENTS each!!! You know I had to scoop! You can find great frames to work with at the dollar store, or you probably have some you don't use any more so grab those. This wooden sign came from Dollar Tree. Friend - ... continue reading...
DIY Stuffed Fabric Christmas Trees
These DIY stuffed fabric Christmas trees are ridiculously simple to make and the perfect way to add some fun to your Christmas decor stash. Plus they are a great NO SEW Christmas fabric project for anyone to make. I have a ton of Christmas decorations. Really - I'm sure you suffer from the same affliction. Tubs and buckets and an attic busting at the seams with Christmas paraphernalia. But really, what's a few more little fabric Christmas trees? There just a simple little addition that ... continue reading...
