For Christmas, our daughter-in-law Sarah made us the cutest wine charms. Over the years I have bought tons of them for our own personal use and as gifts and they aren’t cheap. Now that I know how to make them, I will never buy them again! These are super easy to make and you can personalize them to fit any occasion or personality. The charms can be as simple or as ornate as you want to make them….hopefully this will spark some ideas for you.
Inexpensive But Pretty Packaging For Homemade Goodies (Or Other Items)
Even if you don’t make homemade goodies, these boxes and containers can be used for lots of different gifts you might need to wrap. Of course you can find all of these at other stores but when you can pick them up at a dollar store, why would you pay more?
Thrift Store Shopping For Presents? Can You Regift?
Buying gifts during the holiday season can put a huge dent in your bank account. I know people who will spend the next 6 months (or longer,) paying off credit cards after holiday shopping and I just think, “why?” Within the group of family and friends we personally exchange gifts with are, I’m thrilled to […]
Decorating with Christmas Ball Ornaments – 15 Easy & Cheap Ideas
Tight budgets and busy schedules can make holiday decorating seem a bit daunting but it doesn’t have to be. Here are 15 decorating ideas using simple Christmas ball ornaments and items around your home. These are quick, super cheap and will add some holiday cheer with no stress. I typically buy ornaments after Christmas when they are […]
Clean “Green” (And Cheaply)….With Vinegar
Cleaning products are so expensive and something you have to constantly replace. I’ve been experimenting with everyday kitchen products, and white-distilled vinegar is my new favorite “find” for a cheap and effective solution to getting the house sparkling clean. It’s effective for killing most mold, bacteria and germs AND it’s very cheap and “green”. I […]
How Clever…Easy Ways to Cut Fruits
I saw this very short video from buzzfeed.com on a friend’s Facebook page and it was so informative, I just had to share it. The video shows you how to cut/prep a kiwi, pomegranate, mango, orange, strawberry and watermelon. The techniques are super easy. I especially liked the way they peeled a kiwi, without losing most […]
Don’t Toss…New Uses For “Trash”
I absolutely love these clever ways to repurpose items you typically throw away. I’ve seen a few of these ideas before but most I had never even thought about. Two of my very favorites…using an empty egg carton to hold cupcakes, making them easy to transport, and wrapping empty boxes with newspaper to make your […]
Fun Uses For Autumn Pumpkins
Pumpkins aren’t just for Halloween! Here’s some fun ways you can use them in your décor or even in your beauty routine.
Toothpaste…23 Alternative Uses For It
Toothpaste can do everything from cleaning jewelry to fixing glass coffee tables (and of course clean your teeth!) Some of the ingredients in toothpaste makes it suitable for polishing, cleaning and deodorizing.
Alternative Uses For Uncooked Rice
Who knew uncooked rice was so useful? From cleaning coffee pots to facial masks, this pantry staple is really versatile!
Make “New” Crayons From Old, Broken Ones…Free, Easy & Fun
This is such a great idea and so simple to do. If you have children and crayons, odds are, you have a collection of broken crayons or crayons so short, it’s hard for little fingers to use. Instead of tossing them out, you can melt them down and create “new” crayons in whatever fun shapes […]
Clothespins….15 Ways To Use Them….Besides Hanging Clothes On The Line
Everyone usually has clothespins in the house…even if you don’t use them to hang up clothes on the line to dry. They are cheap, easy to store and can easily be used in some nontraditional ways.
To Rinse or Not To Rinse? That Is The Dishwasher Question
The very first time my husband and I made a meal together when we were dating and then cleaned the kitchen together we created a habit we still do to this day. We both carry the dishes to the kitchen, I put any leftovers in the fridge and take the dishes to him, he rinses […]
It Started With A Glue Gun & Holey Sweater…
There’s no such thing as “a simple glue gun project”. It’s soooo addicting. Proceed with caution. I warn you.
Alternative Uses For Black Tea Bags
I’m not a tea drinker but my husband is so we always have tea bags on hand. Here’s some great alternative ways you can use new or used tea bags or the steeped tea itself. CLEANING: 1. SPIFF UP DULL WOOD TABLES & HARDWOOD FLOORS – Steep 3 black tea bags in 1 cup of […]
Clean Your Toilets…Cheap & Green Tips
Cleaning toilets is not one of my favorite things to do but something that does have to be done. Personally, I’d still rather clean toilets than iron though. Commercial toilet cleaners can cost anywhere from $4 to $6 and if you have more than one bathroom, those costs can add up. I’ve tried just using […]
42 Storage Solutions You’ll Actually Use – So Simple & Cheap
I’ve seen a lot of DIY storage solutions and in fact, we’ve posted quite a few in the past, but I think these are some of the best. I absolutely love the bottle bracelet holder, using something you would typically recycle or toss, which makes it a free, and very clever way to store your […]
Can I Put That In The Dishwasher?
Have you ever tossed something in the dishwasher and it either melted, got scratched or actually became ruined? I admit I have. I’ve loaded items, like crystal wine glasses, in the dishwasher, knowing I should hand wash but thought, “It should be ok,” only to find it cracked or chipped due to the high heat. […]
Homemade Lemon Ice Cream – SO Refreshing & No Ice Cream Maker Required
I love the taste of homemade ice cream but I haven’t owned an ice cream maker in years and haven’t felt inclined to buy one. Because we don’t eat ice cream that often, I haven’t wanted to spend the money on a new ice cream maker and then there’s the issue of storing it. Over […]
Herbs…How To Grow, Use & Fun Ways To Pot
When you grow herbs; whether in your yard, outdoor pots, or in a sunny window, you can simply snip off what you need!