Dear Dollar Store, Oh how I love the. Let me craft thy ways. Do you ever write love letters to the dollar store? No, just me? Well I love to use my creative side and walk the aisle at the Dollar Tree or any other dollar store to see what wonderful crafting adventures I can come up with next. It's so super fun. Here is my latest for you to try!!! I saw this cute little elf leg ornament and knew how adorable it would be sticking out of Santa's sack. You know an elf or two has to ... continue reading...
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Upcycled Christmas Decor Ideas
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Chalkboard Christmas Trees From Cardboard
Is it just me or are you ready for some holiday cheer? These chalkboard Christmas Trees made from cardboard are bound to get your holiday spirit in gear! Our Christmas tablescape is filled with fun ideas for you and your loved ones to enjoy this holiday season so pull up a chair and join me for some fun DIY tablescaping! This post is sponsored by Rust-Oleum, all ideas and opinions are my own. This past year has been less than stellar on so many levels and I think that has us all ... continue reading...
Things to Do If You Are Feeling Bored
50 Things to Do If You Are Bored Finish this sentence: I've always wanted to learn_____________. (now is the time!) I wish I were________________. (make this happen!) I always wanted to ______________. (work on it now!) Plan a vacation for when the time comes. Don't book it, but take the time to research all the places you want to go. Make lists of restaurants, sights to see, events and expeditions. Take time to declutter your home. I have some free print outs to ... continue reading...
Cool Projects To Make With Your Cricut
If you haven't bought yourself a Cricut cutting machine then you MUST do it, or at least add it to your wish list! You can browse the latest and greatest machines and accessories HERE! [mv_create title="Cool Projects To Make With Your Cricut" key="24" thumbnail="https://salvagedliving.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/how-to-make-a-large-sign-diy-tutorial-5.jpg" type="list" layout="hero"] ... continue reading...
How to Make the Perfect Yard Dice
Make perfect yard dice for your outdoor game collection I am having so much fun coming up with all the projects you can make with a 4" X 4" post! These yard dice are super simple to make and perfect to add to your yard game stash or give as gifts. I'm going to give you two options on how to "dot" your yard dice, so here we go! DIY Yard Dice Tutorial Get a straight 4" x 4" wood post. You can find these at your local hardware or lumber stores. Make a stop point on your chop ... continue reading...
Pampas Grass Wreath Tutorial
Ladies. Let me introduce you to one of my best friends. She's a beauty. Meet Pampas Grass. Y'all need to get acquainted while I show you this DIY Pampas Grass wreath tutorial. I just know you'll be besties. When I was a little girl there was a giant Pampas Grass Shrub next to our house. The big fluffy plumes always whispered to me and the big bold grass was so attractive to me. Even though those slender blades of grass where like tiny razors I was drawn to it. Little did I know ... continue reading...
Midas Mansion Halloween Tablescape with Dollar Store Supplies
You can totally use dollar store supplies to create this Midas Mansion tablescape. You don't even have to follow my theme for Halloween, but take some fun ideas and make them your own. We absolutely love to sit down at a decorated table - it makes the holiday season so much more fun don't ya think? I'm gonna show you how to make the coolest - and cheapest- placemats for your Halloween table! Grab a felt cut out from your dollar store, mine had this wreath looking thing and it worked perfect. ... continue reading...
Easy DIY Halloween Decoration
Wait till you see this cute and easy DIY Halloween decoration. Super simple to make and perfect for just about any Halloween vignette you can think of! Don't you love the creativity a carefree holiday like Halloween affords!? With just a few fun supplies you can make this Halloween candlestick - or use it as a shelf sitter, book end, stand alone decor or any other creative idea you can think of to add it to your Halloween decoration stash. DIY Halloween Decor Supply ... continue reading...
Haunted Midas Mansion DIY Halloween Mantel Decor
Y'all. I love to decorate for Halloween. I say it every year. I dreamed up a haunted Midas mansion for my DIY Halloween mantel decor this year and it was SO MUCH FUN to create! You know the midas touch - everything turns to gold!? Well here at our house that is rarely true, but for Halloween we are going all out on the gold decor and you are going to love some of these budget friendly Halloween decor ideas! A theme always gets my creative juices flowing and honestly, until the Midas idea hit me ... continue reading...
