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What do you with all those tiny hotel soap bars? Aside from using them in your travel kit, you can turn them into homemade liquid hand soap. Liquid soap is way cheaper and less messy than a bar of soap. Here’s a simple step by step guide, you just need a few additional ingredients. This … Read more
Junkyard finds often make awesome DIY home decors. Scavenged materials can help make your home’s interior look unique, unlike the cookie cutter styles that you often see in magazines these days. If you’re lucky, you can even find a bit of history in junkyards, as some people throw away broken antiques in favor of more modern furniture. The best part? Junkyard finds … Read more
Kids will surely enjoy playing in this clever DIY sandbox. If you’re not a fan of sand-covered bottoms, take heart! This sandbox has built-in benches for your little ones. This project from Ana-white.com is perfect for beginners. All you need are wood, sand, and the right tools. Create a place for your kids to enjoy the outdoors. Click below for the … Read more
Rubber bands are pretty nifty things. I often use them to keep my hair in check and tie stuff like pencils together. A little Internet sleuthing showed me there are even more rubber band hacks out there. Here’s a list of clever uses for this stretchy household item. Keep Doors From Slamming Shut This one is a lifesaver when you’re … Read more
Does your home need an upgrade? When it comes to home improvement, you don’t have to spend thousands on renovations. Here are some quick, easy, and affordable changes you can make that will have a huge impact on your home. The best part? Each hack costs $1 or less. Shine cracked sofas with shoe polish Leather sofas … Read more
As a young mother on a budget, I often found myself wondering how on earth I was going to afford all the many, many things a baby needed without robbing Peter to pay Paul. Six years and three children later, I have found there are so many amazing resources for free baby stuff out there … Read more
I absolutely hate it when I go to the fridge and find that the crisp fruits and veggies I just bought had turned soggy and wilted. Fresh produce and dairy products (especially the organic varieties) aren’t cheap! I’m not a fan of throwing money in the trash, so I enlisted the wisdom of my mom and … Read more
Cones aren’t only for ice cream. These crusty, yummy bread cones are a fancy alternative to the usual square sandwiches. Just stuff them with various fillings for a cornucopia of flavor. They are also a great idea for picnics and parties. This link from Homecookinginmontana.com has the easy-to-follow recipe. How to Make Bread Cones
Your family and friends are willing to travel across the country, spend hundreds of dollars on gifts, and take precious time off just to witness your wedding day. It’s nice to show your appreciation by offering a keepsake that they can cherish forever. You don’t have to break the bank on expensive wedding favors. It’s more important … Read more
Are empty milk jugs piling up in your kitchen? Milk jugs are the perfect DIY material as they are flexible, lightweight and sturdy. You can recycle these everyday containers in a lot of ways. Turn milk jugs into decorations, re-purpose them for gardening or storage, or make them the basis for a craft project for kids! Folks from Homeandgardeningideas.com gathered 15 smarts ways … Read more