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...]
Easy Decoupage Ideas: Handmade Jewelry Gift Box For Mother’s Day
Many of my readers are busy moms with active lifestyles. It's not easy fitting in crafting time. Sometimes, shopping for a gift is much easier than making something. But I love to personalize my gifts--with decoupage projects. If I have the time, I enjoy making decoupage gifts. Decoupage is quick but beautiful--like this plate. It literally means "paper and … [Read more...]
Decoupage Gift Idea: Fabric on Plate Project for Spring
Crafting doesn't have to be expensive to look expensive. This easy decoupage idea is perfect for a gift. If you are looking for a handmade Mother's Day gift idea. This might be the one for you! As a mom, I treasure the gifts that my kids make for me. My mom proudly wears the hats I crocheted for her a couple of years ago, each winter. She always takes a selfie and posts it … [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’m still in the middle of decluttering, but I had to share this because it solved one of those small, constant frustrations in our house. If you have a little girl with long hair (or long hair yourself), you probably deal with the same thing we do… hair ties are everywhere until you actually need one. This simple DIY hair tie holder finally gave them a place to go — and made … [Read more...]