Twig Garland Would you pay money for sticks? I wouldn't. Sticks are very trendy in decor including Christmas decor, but I know where to get them for free! And they are really easy to use in holiday decor. Just gather some in your yard or the park. Ready? Any dry twigs and sticks can be spray painted. Follow the directions on the can for … [Read more...]
November Roundup: Grinchiness Cures
Grinch PunchI've been hearing Christmas Carols on the radio and it's softening any Grinchy tendencies I've been harboring lately. Here are some wonderful articles around the blogosphere dealing with holiday shopping, holiday weight gain, and even joy.1. Here's a great post at More Thyme Than Dough on How To Recapture Christmas Joy. Really good … [Read more...]
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Small Business Saturday Deals
Will you shop Black Friday? If so, you are a stronger person than I am. I avoid it like the plague, mainly because I have claustrophobia and am not fond of mayhem. Shopping online with a cup of coffee in hand is more my style. Cyber Monday (Monday after Thanksgiving with online deals) is good, but I buy online for Christmas gifts all year long. … [Read more...]
Pine Cone Decorations for Christmas and Fall
Lantern Decorated for Fall Have you been picking up pine cones on your walks? I love pine cones for fall and winter decor. They give a classic look like you'd see at Colonial Williamsburg. Very classy. And free. If you have a lantern or apothecary jar, you can make an arrangement with mini pumpkins and gourds as shown here. This looks … [Read more...]
5 Great Jeans Recycling Projects: Pretty Amazing!
Easy DIY Jeans Purse I love recycling jeans. The fabric is sturdy and seems to have 9 lives. Here are some of my favorite projects using old jeans. 1. DIY Bean Bag Game from Jeans Pockets: These are almost no-sew. Just cut the back pockets from jeans (including the fabric underneath), fill with dried beans or split peas, and sew up … [Read more...]
What To Do When It’s Hot, Hot, Hot? Organize!
What can you do when it's so darn hot outside that you just want to stay inside? You can read a book, take up a hobby, organize your photos, and play a board game with your family. An activity that most people don't think of is cleaning and organizing. There are actually hidden rewards to that road! I'm one who hates to clean, so you know there … [Read more...]
DIY Clay Pot Smoker 2.0
I have a lot going on with family right now, so I'm putting up a post from the archives. I've added a new link for an improved version of this smoker that should make it even easier to use. Enjoy! Alton Brown came up with this great little smoker that is not too difficult to make. This set-up is popular because it doesn't take up too much … [Read more...]
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