Lately I have been doing a lot of research into home decor for less and tried my hand at creating a DIY Hand Stamped Flower Towel. One of the things that I have learned is that there are many cost-effective ways to reproduce decorating ideas. This is a great way to update the decor in your home without breaking the bank. You would not believe how many projects can be done right at home with just a few materials. My latest project is updating our bathroom this summer so I have also been looking at ways to add decorative towels and make it more beautiful without spending a lot. Below you will learn how to create hand stamped flower towels just like the ones that you can purchase in retail stores: DIY Hand Stamped Flower Towel Supplies needed: - White cotton hand towel (.49 cents at IKEA) - Fabric paint in choice of colors, non puffy and non dimensional - Wood flower cut out (found at Dollar Tree or most craft stores) - Plate - Scrap paper - Paint … [Read more...]
Hashtag Soaps
I've been blogging since 2009 and my children have always been a part of my blog and have listened to me talking about blogging over the years. One day, my mother was explaining to my younger son what the pound symbol is on the telephone keypad when he quickly corrected her and told her she was wrong because that was a "hashtag." That pretty much opened my eyes to the fact that my kids were paying a lot of attention to my blogging than I gave them credit for. Not only did my mother and I have a good laugh about it, but my son thought it was incredibly funny too when I explained to him that both he and grandma were right! This funny encounter was the inspiration for these hashtag soaps. Hashtag Soaps 1 Cup white melt and pour soap block Yellow and blue soap colorant 1/2 teaspoon soap scent 1/2 teaspoon sweet almond oil Clear glass measuring cup Craft stick Small spray bottle of rubbing … [Read more...]
7 Creative Uses For Paper Towels
When you have a spill, the first thing you might do is run for paper towels. Sure paper towels are perfect for cleaning up spills and drips, but did you know that they are capable of so much more? You may never look at paper towels the same again after reading these 7 creative uses for paper towels below. It turns out, they are pretty practical to keep around the home, and by that I mean in more than just the kitchen. Here are some uses to get you started. 1. Make herbs last longer. If you want your fresh herbs to last longer, wrap them in a damp paper towel and set them in a cool place like the refrigerator. This will help keep them moist and prevent any drying out or wilting until you are ready to use them. 2. Feed your compost bin. Paper towels are perfect for your compost bin since they contain carbon. When you are done using a paper towel, rinse it out well to remove any of the product that was on it, shred it, and toss it into your compost bin. It will help you generate … [Read more...]
What Should You Look For At Garage Sales?
Lately I have been noticing a lot of signs going up in my neighborhood and around my job for garage sales that are going on during the weekend. I've often wondered if it would be worth my time to hold a garage sale of my own to get rid of all the "treasures" that are filling up our garage. The truth is that I have only attended a few of these events over the years and I wanted to learn more about what I should be looking for when I shop at garage sales locally. I had the opportunity to discuss these garage sales with some of my neighbors and they had some wonderful insight as to knowing exactly what items are even worth purchasing secondhand. The consensus among most of them seems to be that the best time to buy big ticket items at these sales is waiting until the end of the day. Most sellers are looking to sell everything by the day's close and they start getting anxious about unloading big pieces like dining room tables or living room sets after watching them sit out … [Read more...]
