Are you one of those people that hate to spend money on "frivolous," impractical things like home decor but want to have a nicely decorated living space? I sometimes wish I wasn't so programmed to rationalize why not to buy things--especially things whose chief function is to look nice. But there are ways to decorate your home on a budget. One of the most fun ways, for me at … [Read more...]
DIY Customized Car Air Freshener
Have you ever made something WRONG and ended up with something better than you expected? Even if the end product is not even close to what was planned. That happened to me and I ended up with an awesome homemade car air freshener. But this customized car air freshener was originally supposed to be tee shirts! I got a quote to have one adult tee and two kids tees made. Maybe … [Read more...]
Kids Decoupage Craft Idea: A teacher gift
My kids use and love their books. They love them so much that they "take notes" and enhance the illustrations. I buy 99% of our children's books at the thrift store or get them for free from chick fil a kids meals so I don't really mind. However, there comes a time when the books are done. Pages have gone missing or the kids have lost interest in the … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Princess Hair Tie Holder
I am still in the middle of my decluttering project but I had to share this next craft with you guys. Pea has long, luxurious, snarly hair so I always put it up. If you have a little girl with long hair or long hair yourself you probably have the same problem I have... you can never find hair elastics! This upcycled hair tie holder is the perfect craft for you! Elastic … [Read more...]
Teacher’s Appreciation Day Gift Idea–Personalized School House Flower Pot
It's a bittersweet month for us. It is the last month that my daughter will be at her preschool. The daycare/preschool that she attends has a special place in our hearts. From the time my children were each 8 weeks old, they have attended this school. Since I am now a stay at home mom, they no longer attend the "daycare" portion of the day there. My daughter, however, … [Read more...]