Dad Day Gift Ideas Father's Day is just around the corner. Want to have fun with Dad? Here are some of my favorite Father's Day gift ideas that don't cost much, but are special. Some are project ideas that take a little more time, but most are easy to do on Dad's Day. 1. Breakfast in bed--why should Mom get all the breakfasts in bed? With … [Read more...]
10 Free Things to Do in St. Louis that are Really Nice + 1 Indoor Playground that is Worth the Price
St. Louis, Missouri Looking for a fun family vacation destination? "Meet Me in St. Louis!" as the song goes. It's my childhood home that I still visit quite often. I love that you can have a great time in St. Louis and spend much less than you would in other cities. How about free concerts, free fireworks, a free day at the zoo, time … [Read more...]
A Luxurious Copper Floor for Pennies and 7 Other Penny Decor Projects
Looking for some home improvement, decor, or craft projects that cost just pennies? With the name of this blog, I had to post about this trend in the "Maker Culture," also known as do-it-yourselfers. I love the penny floor, but I think I'll try some smaller projects first! It seems a penny covered bowling ball is a hot project in garden decor these … [Read more...]
Pallet Privacy Screen Planter
Easy Pallet Privacy ScreenThis is one of the nicest ways to recycle a wooden pallet that I've seen. Make a pallet into an outdoor privacy screen that doubles as a planter. You don't have to tear apart the pallet and you get a very attractive addition to your outdoor living. Love it!Basically you just set the pallet on end and attach planters. You … [Read more...]
Upcycle, Recycle, Have Fun!
Dolce and Gabbana for Less! I love upcycling. You can have a lot of fun and create all sorts of amazing things while you save money and go green. Here are some of my favorite recycling and upcycling projects. 1. Create a Dolce and Gabbana denim bag for nearly nothing instead of paying over $1200 for it. Of course you don't get the label, … [Read more...]
Sharpie Projects for Decor, Style, and Upcycling
Stencil and WallSharpie permanent markers do more than make signs. Get creative with colored Sharpies for some amazing effects for very little money. Here are some great tricks to try:1. Draw your own wallpaper! A Sharpie and a stencil are all you need. Here they just did one wall with a wall paper design and I think it looks great. If you have a … [Read more...]
DIY Tree Stump Tables
Stump to Side TableI just had to put this up. Isn't this clever? They took tree stumps from a fallen tree and turned them into side tables. I love the look and it goes well with contemporary decor.Basically they just leveled the stumps and used Minwax Colonial Walnut Wood-Sheen Rubbing Stain followed by Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane to seal it and … [Read more...]