Is your kitchen overflowing with coffee mugs? Sometimes it's good to thin the herd! Here are some ideas for repurposing those mugs. Just don't toss them in the landfill. Pencil holders on a desk or wherever someone does homework Holders for various school supplies, markers, paper clips, rubber bands, etc. Perfect sized pots to grow … [Read more...]
5 Inexpensive Decor Projects to Brighten Your Space
Warm weather often finds me in the driveway working on fun decor projects. Painting is just easier outdoors and I love sprucing up the house a bit with some fresh looks. Here are some great projects from around the web that don't cost much and add a lot of fun to your surroundings. 1. DIY Bottle Lamp All you need is an attractive … [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...]
Green Projects that Save You Money and Raise Your Spirits
Here are some of my favorite green projects that give you big rewards. 1. Take the Nature Cure. Just being out in nature is great for reducing stress. Click here for fun ways to do that--including some amazing benefits of playing in the dirt! Don't knock it until you've tried it! Maybe pot up some cherry tomatoes and hot peppers? Yum. 2. … [Read more...]
April Deals and Warm Weather Fun Ahead (Plus Zeriscaping)
You can save money this Spring for fun outdoor living that lasts into early Autumn. 1. On sale in April: laptops, cookware, barbeque grills, and insulated drapes. Click here for ways to use these to save on upcoming events and to reap the savings through Summer and into Fall. Remember insulated drapes save on air conditioning bills as well as … [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...]
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