If the birds are out in your area, chances are they are looking for a place to nest. Try your hand at doodle-painting a cute little birdhouse to help them start a family. Who knows, they may be lurking in your yard like a depressed House Hunter's couple who can't get past the … [Read more...]
Painted Trays with Scrapbook Lining
Look around your house or the next time you're at a thrift shop. Find either an unpainted tray or a tray that needs a makeover. This is a quick project to create a Painted Trays with Scrapbook Lining for a beautiful and elegant tray to display or organize things in your … [Read more...]
DIY Back to School Pencil Vase
DIY Back to School Pencil Vase Last year my son's teachers asked for a pack of pre-sharpened pencils. Instead of just giving them a box of pencils, I wanted to give his teachers something prettier than a box of pencils. When I found a colorful package of pencils, I knew I was on … [Read more...]
Decorated Chalkboard Clipboards
Teacher Appreciation time is coming up. Every year, I find myself scrambling for last minute gift ideas for the teachers. My sister-in-law is a school teacher and she has always lamented the amount of sugar-laden sweets she is gifted. For that reason, I like to give my sons' … [Read more...]
35 Upcycled DIY Gift Ideas
Plain glass jars, an abandoned door, a rickety ladder, or stray drawer. These aren't items most people would envision as beautiful gifts. But we aren't most people. We like creating unique, one-of-a-kind gifts that add beauty to a space in our homes instead of landfills. Hi, … [Read more...]
Cute Reversible Reusable Tote Bag Tutorial by Sawdust Girl
Are you enjoying Tote Week?! If you're just joining in here's the line up: Monday: How to Sew a Canvas Tote Bag Tuesday: Dress Up a Store Bought Tote with Piping Wednesday: Reusable Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial Thursday: Customizing a Tote Bag with an Old Shirt … [Read more...]
Floating Wood Block Picture Frames {Lowe’s Creative Idea}
We are days away from Christmas and I'm sure there is someone on your list that you just can't figure out what to get for them. I have the perfect solution! Make them a wood block floating picture frame using scrap 2x4" lumber and plexiglass. If you don't have scrap 2x4's … [Read more...]
DIY Block Print Stamped Tea Towel
Hey there! It's Melissa from The Happier Homemaker back again with a fun and easy DIY tutorial you can even get the kiddos involved with! I've been noticing block printing coming up a lot in my home decor magazines and catalogs lately. Last week when I was prepping a little rainy … [Read more...]
Très Frugal DIY Gift Idea Round Up
Can you believe all the wonderful DIY gift ideas that we had for you this past month? 31 DIY gift ideas that are frugal and attractive in this Très Frugal DIY Gift Idea Round Up. And if that's not enough, you can view 10 DIY Gift Ideas that take 15 minutes or less to … [Read more...]
Hanging Ornaments Table Runner by At the Picket Fence
I have half of the dynamic duo from At the Picket Fence today and I couldn't be more thrilled! Heather and Vanessa are the sibling duo who create and blog about their beautiful homes and share scrumptuous recipes! I'm honored to have Vanessa here today to share this brilliant … [Read more...]
Marbled Picture Frames by Sarah M. Dorsey
Today I am so excited to have the very talented Sarah joining us with a fabulous très frugal DIY gift idea. Sarah is the creative genius behind Sarah M. Dorsey Designs. I am in love with her design style in her home. The coolest thing about Sarah's designs is that she achieves … [Read more...]
Canvas Art with Loads of Fun Laundry Quote
Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you get your fill of food and family time today. I need to give a big congrats to the Silhouette Portrait Giveaway winner, Kelly Crumpler Kelly! Woo Hoo, you'll be making all your gifts with the Silhouette Portrait this year, won't you Kelly?! Speaking … [Read more...]
DIY Cutting Board Tutorial
I don't know about you all but I am so inspired by all of the amazing DIY gifts being shared this month! Today I want to show you how to make this easy DIY cutting board which would be the perfect gift for any foodies on your Christmas list! Supplies: 16 by 9.5" … [Read more...]
Hostess Gifts in a Paint Can {Lowe’s Creative Idea}
As the holiday party invites start to roll in, you might be struggling to come up with a new hostess gift idea. These chalkboard painted buckets are a quick and easy way to throw together a unique gift basket that will fill the recipient with joyful scents and treats. I took half … [Read more...]
Scrap Wood iPad Tray by Infarrantly Creative
Today I have the honor of having the Queen of DIY here to show you how to build an iPad tray stand! Beckie from Infarrantly Creative is a triple threat DIYer (she manages three blogs.) I am so excited about this frugal gift idea, I can't wait to make one! Hello Pretty … [Read more...]
Laundry Fun Gift Basket + How to Sew a Basket Liner
Today I have a bit of an unconventional gift idea. But, frankly it is a gift that is sure to bring some fun and enjoyment to anyone who is tasked with the domestic chore of doing laundry. I think this Laundry Fun Gift Basket would be a wonderful gift for a new homeowner. Or a … [Read more...]