Kids these days… Who can begin to guess what they want when it comes to Christmas and birthday gifts? One day (most days) they want the latest hand-held mobile device or video game. But then they surprise you by asking […] Read More »

Paper. Have you ever wondered how much of it we all use daily? I don’t think anyone knows the exact answer to this question. Yet, the amount is certainly huge. Unfortunately, we all tend to sometimes use this multifunctional material […] Read More »

Who doesn’t love to receive a care package? Especially when you’ve recently relocated, few things can make a new place feel like home quite like personal gifts from friends and family you’ve had to leave behind. And that’s what we’re […] Read More »

This March 17th, many of us will be celebrating the luck of the Irish and hoping for a little of our own! One of my favorite good luck symbols on this day is the clover, but the clover is worth […] Read More »

Not many DIYers take it upon themselves to build a house. When my wife and I decided to try, we chose a medium and size that fit our skills and budget: gingerbread. This has several advantages: You can eat your […] Read More »

A few years back, I saw this idea in a holiday catalog, and I was struck by the simple and rustic beauty of it. I was also struck by the hefty price tag! I couldn’t believe that only a few […] Read More »

For most of us around the country, fall has arrived, and it’s time to get even more excited about seasonal decor! Plus, with an abundance of natural materials right in our own backyard, it’s almost impossible not to take advantage […] Read More »

Some of you may have noticed the rustic Halloween bags adorning your fancy catalogs as well as being sold at your high-end retailers lately. For upwards of $30 for a simple bag, you can be transported to a holiday scene […] Read More »

Wine bottles come in all shapes, sizes and colors. It always seems to be such a shame to throw them in the recycling bin. Recently, upcylcing wine bottles has become a growing trend. I decided to take a few wine […] Read More »

With Halloween just around the corner, now is the time to adorn your home with festive and spooky decor! Feeling short on fun and whimsical elements to help set the stage? No worries; I’ve got you covered. Here is an […] Read More »

Since I’ve become a new homeowner, it has been difficult for me to find the time for big drawn out projects. Let’s face it, by the time I get home from work the activity that appeals most to me is […] Read More »

To say I have a small obsession with maps and globes is kind of an understatement. After collecting vintage globes for years, I recently turned my attention to the classic pull-down map for my son’s room. Unfortunately for me, the […] Read More »

I’m one of those people who usually likes to have a snack and a drink nearby when I’m watching TV or reading on the couch in our family room, so having coasters for the coffee table was a necessity for […] Read More »

With my recent move, I found myself in organization and cleanup mode.  One of the things I was trying to pay special attention to was what I could possibly do with the items I would normally throw out or recycle. […] Read More »

Image by The Magic Onions My neighbor’s daughter walked over while I was examining my tragically wilted potato plant. “Whatcha doin’?” she asked.  Oh, you know… just failing at gardening. I simply told her I was pretending to be a […] Read More »

Give Fridge Clutter a Lift with a Custom Magnet Makeover Most of us are familiar with the front of the fridge clutter. Even more of us are familiar with the one or two vacation-style or take-out restaurant magnets holding up […] Read More »

Making this homemade bird feeder was so much fun. My daughter and I had a blast stringing the berries and filling the molds. It turned out great and it’s so simple to make. It’s a great way to attract birds […] Read More »

My apartment complex does not offer recycling, and a little piece of me died when I had to throw out things that could easily be reused. I found out my office does offer recycling, so I have fortunately been able […] Read More »

I definitely underestimated the time and effort that went into this project. I decided that I wanted to make a simple twine-covered letter to add some texture and dimension to my bedroom. Of all the projects I have done so […] Read More »

Find the perfect accessory… total excitement… look at the price tag… total disappointment. Does this describe any of your shopping experiences? This is often the case when I shop, so now one of my favorite games to play is, “How […] Read More »

It may still be too cold or wet to get out in the garden where you live, but it’s the perfect time to make yourself some pallet furniture for the patio. Pallets are used all over the world to move […] Read More »