This summer our goal is to install a fire pit at our house. The process is pretty simple and you can have a new fire pit by the end of the weekend! Sure, there’s some heavy lifting involved, but at least you’ll fit a workout in. I went on a hunt for easy tutorials and […]
Around this time of year the poinsettias start to go on sale. I’ve been able to find them at Lowe’s for as low as 50¢ in the past. That’s right! I was standing in Lowes a week before Christmas and they had little Poinsettia plants on Clearance for only 50¢! It blew my mind that […]
The 4th of July is right around the corner. If you’re hosting a party, you may be scrambling to find ideas for DIY party decor. I collected some super cute and inexpensive ideas. Many of these projects are ones that your kids can do a lot of the work on and a lot of materials […]
Wanting a kitchen remodel? The Ikea kitchen event is here! Save 20% on a single kitchen purchase over $3000 or 15% on a single kitchen purchase over $1500 not including tax. This includes EKTION cabinet frames, fronts, drawers, shelves, cover panels, molding, toekicks, legs, hinges, countertops, appliances, sinks, faucets, knobs and handles, UTRUSTA fixed interiors, […]
If you’re in the market for a new crib, I’ve found a beautiful classic look from Restoration Hardware. Even better, I’ve found the look for less. Especially after you look at the expense of shipping, the frugal Wayfair option is the way to go. Frugal: Wayfair Abigail Convertible Crib ($399 + Free Shipping) More Frugal: […]
Spruce up your porch or covered patio area with fun and easy DIY fishbowl lanterns! This craft mostly incorporates items you can find at the dollar store and it’s not overly complicated. Basically you’re just attaching decorative stones onto fish bowls and covering it with Plaster of Paris. Notes: -You can use this finished bowl […]
Today’s DIY gifts idea is a super simple rope trivet. All you need is a few materials and about 15-20 minutes to make this beautiful and functional gift. This one’s so simple you could even get your kids involved in making it! Materials -Scissors -Glue (I used a hot glue gun, not good for kids) […]
There are so many ways to give thoughtful gifts on a budget. Today’s DIY Gifts Idea is a super easy Personalized Doormat. If you can handle a pair of scissors and a sponge you are set! This is a gift that everyone will love and only took you maybe 10 minutes to make! The total […]
Nothing makes it feel like Fall like a house that smells like cinnamon! Rather than spending lots of money on products that have been treated with chemicals and made to smell like cinnamon, I decided to try my hand at DIY cinnamon pinecones with some essential oils I already had on-hand. I already had everything I […]