How to Style Floating Shelves for Christmas {Tips for styling on a budget} Sometimes it can be hard to put things together on floating shelves that look stylish while not costing a fortune! My sisters and I have always considered it FUN to find ways to cut costs by DIY-ing or thrifting (clothes, decor, gifts, Read More
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No-Sew DIY Burlap Roses
No-Sew DIY Burlap Roses Burlap is so trendy in the fall, but I love using it (especially in these DIY burlap roses!) anytime of the year! They’re so practical and timeless. If you’re using them in a wreath, just add different ribbons and secondary flowers for the season! These are also beautiful in a Read More
How to Make Fabric Rosettes
I have looked all over and I can’t seem to find a tutorial on how to make fabric rosettes that look like these! I’ve been making these rosettes for a long time – we sell American Girl doll dresses on our Etsy shop and one of the dresses we make has these adorable flowers around Read More
How to Make A Wedding Backdrop
Need some ideas to create a GORGEOUS shower for a GORGEOUS bride? Learn how to make your own DIY tulle wedding backdrop to use as wedding or shower decoration. This simple tutorial will teach you how to create a stunning backdrop with a gorgeous floral top and shimmering lights!! This budget friendly, gorgeous DIY Backdrop Read More
Reversible Pallet Sign (Easy!)
This reversible pallet sign is an easy project for anyone! You don’t need any special skills to build this! Reversible Pallet Sign I love making pallet signs! One of my first blog posts ever was a DIY Pallet Sign that still hangs in my house today! If you want your sign to look Read More
How to Pack for a Flight – 9 Space-Saving Tips to Make Traveling a Breeze
I love traveling but sometimes, buuuuuut not so much the packing. Whether I’m packing for a road trip or packing for a flight, it always seems to take me a while to get everything packed and in a way that’s organized but simple. I’ve found that if I just throw everything into a suitcase or Read More
Aldi’s Top Products and Why I Like To Shop There!
Aldi’s Top Products and Why I Like To Shop There! Several weeks ago, we asked our readers what their favorite things to buy at Aldi are, and we got a great response! I know if you are new to shopping at Aldi, you may feel like you’re not sure what to buy, what products have Read More
How to Pit Cherries Without a Cherry Pitter
Here in Greece, we’re in the middle of cherry season! I love going to the open market and buying a big bag of just-picked beautiful cherries. My little ones love to sit around a bowl-full of them and eat and eat. After a few days though, I try to do something different with the abundance of Read More
10 Braids Every Girl Should Know How to Do
It’s summer time and that means it’s braids season! I love being able to have my hair back in cute braids in the summer heat. Read More
Reuse Candle Jars! {Succulent Planter}
Reuse Candle Jars! {Succulent Planter} Do you ever wonder how to reuse candle jars when you get down to the bottom and they won’t light anymore? Save and reuse candle jars to make this EASY DIY succulent planter! I made two of these in just FIVE minutes, and each one only cost me a couple Read More
10 Ways to Make Your Home Safer for Your Family
10 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME SAFER FOR YOUR FAMILY (by Joanne Aubuchon) Your home is supposed to be a safe place for the family to relax. But with one out of every 36 homes being burglarized each year, sometimes it’s hard to feel safe. And everyone knows that many accidents happen at home. Read More
Budget Friendly Clothespin Collage Frame
Budget Friendly Clothespin Collage Frame If you’re like me and have family spread all across the country and even overseas, pictures are SO SO important to have on display! Check out this simple tutorial for a neat way to display several photos in a Clothespin Collage Frame. And as a plus, it’s extremely budget friendly… Read More