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A quick and easy DIY mat and frame project. (No tools. You just need tape!)

March 22, 2013 3 Comments

This easy DIY mat and frame project doesn’t require tools, just burlap, ribbon and tape.

Filed Under: burlap, cheap and easy, craft time, Crafts, frames, Free, photos, project du jour, tutorial

A lucky shamrock planter for St. Patrick’s Day.

February 28, 2013 3 Comments

I don’t usually do much to decorate for St. Patrick’s Day, and this year with Easter coming along 2 weeks later, I really didn’t want to put much effort (or money) into it.  So how about this?  A quick and easy St. Patty’s project using weeds and rocks from your yard.  Can’t get much cheaper […]

Filed Under: cheap and easy, Crafts, Free, plants, spray paint, St. Patrick's Day

Tree Bark Candle Holders: An easy DIY project

November 12, 2012 9 Comments

When a big wind storm blew a ton of bark off our tree, I decided to upcycle some glass jars and make tree bark hurricane lanterns and candle holders.

Filed Under: Autumn, Bargain, candles, cheap and easy, craft time, Crafts, Fall, Franken-Crafts, Free, Glass, project du jour, upcycle, UseWhatchaGot

Decorating with {free} sticks.

September 20, 2012 6 Comments

I love decorating with sticks and twigs. There are so many options! The best part? They’re usually just laying around, waiting to be picked up.

Filed Under: Autumn, Centerpiece, decor, Fall, Free, Sticks, Tables & Decor, Thanksgiving

The proper way to go Dumpster Diving. Seriously.

March 9, 2012 6 Comments

Hi all, as I still deal with family issues (no change at the moment, for those of you following….) I have friends stopping by and guest posting as I try to keep things together on the home front.   Yesterday I introduced you Jennifer, to one of my roommates at the upcoming SNAP! Conference.  Today […]

Filed Under: Crafts, Free, Furniture, guest blogger, Tip of the Day

Make easy Christmas garlands & wreaths without time, money or talent. Seriously.

December 21, 2011 10 Comments

Yesterday I shared how to hide everyday artwork by just covering it with fabric and adding a wreath. Today I’m almost embarrassed to show you this stupid-easy way to turn the fake, plastic greenery into something that looks totally real.  For free.  It’s fast, easy and literally anyone can do it. When it’s fake, you […]

Filed Under: cheap and easy, Christmas, Crafts, decor, Free, UseWhatchaGot, winter

“Loco” is Spanish for “creative” right…?

November 18, 2011 12 Comments

I have less than a week to come up with a fabulous Thanksgiving tablescape and decor.  I just reposted what I did last year, hoping to inspire someone out there in blogland, but also hoping to inspire myself.  Just yesterday I was telling my friend Betsy that I needed Creative Defibrillator paddles to shock me into […]

Filed Under: Autumn, Fall, Free, Sticks, Thanksgiving

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  • An easy Valentine’s Day globe.
  • Simple, winter themed decor. (Using what you already have, of course.)
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