There are a ton of sweaters at the thrift store at any given time so completing the first step to this project should be easy peasy! Create an expensive looking lamp shade from a thrift store sweater and a plain lamp shade from your local home decor section. This takes about 20 minutes to complete and requires nothing more than a hot glue gun. Enjoy! Full Article … [Read more...]
Fly Through Bird Feeder
This isn't a DIY or even a tip on where to buy, but when I was looking through articles today I found this Burger King bird feeder and just had to share it with you. It's super creative and if you're good and building and design you may even be able to make one like it. I love this more modern version of the tried and true bird feeder. Full Article … [Read more...]
Distressed Dresser Redo
What can't you find on Craigslist? This dresser was a nice, sold wood piece that was just a bland color with big, round wood handles for $40 on Craigslist. A new or antique dresser would cost much more than that, so this dresser was a great find. The author had some skills in adding just the right texture and color to distress the paint finish, then she added some different handles and wow, what … [Read more...]
How To Cut a Pineapple Into Chunks
It's more economical to buy a whole pineapple and cut it into chunks but it's a pain in the rind. So how do you cut up a pineapple quickly and easily? Try these few simple steps from The Kitchen and have fresh pineapple on hand whenever you're craving it! Tips and Tricks … [Read more...]
How to Roll Your Pant Cuffs…and Not Look Ridiculous
My dad was born during the depression, as a result of his parents having very little money, he always had to wear dungarees or jeans that were too big for him. They would buy them big so that, as he grew he could wear the pants longer than the next growth spurt. His pant legs always had to be rolled up, which he hated. To this day, my dad won't wear pants with cuffs and certainly will not … [Read more...]
DIY- Restore Old Tin Boxes
Restoring an old tin box is as easy as 1,2,3. Grab some warm water and some dish soap. Lightly rub off the dirt and rust. Let it dry completely. Grab some linseed oil and put it on a Q-Tip. Lightly dab the oil on the service to avoid ruining the paint. Presto! You have a restored artifact that is fun and will make a big impact in your display. Full Article … [Read more...]
DIY- Plush "Balloon" Animals
My least favorite part of our church festivals are the balloon animals. My little princess and pixie always go to that booth first and then either try and carry it around without it popping, or give Mr. Sthole and me specific instructions to hang on to them until further notice. If they make it home, I then have to worry about them carrying their new little 'pets' off into their toy room or … [Read more...]
Themed Alphabet Print Outs
Just because we have kids, doesn't mean that our decor has to be harsh primary colors. It's easy now, with the world at our fingertips, to find kid appropriate accents for any themed room. Scroll through this slide show of cute themed alphabet print outs that will add an educational touch to your child's space. Slide Show … [Read more...]
Salt To Taste- What Does It Mean?
When you're reading a recipe it's not unusual to come across the simple instruction "salt to taste". Very few of us, however, actually know what this means. Adding salt to your dishes doesn't require you to add until it has a salty flavor, but simply to add salt until the bitter flavors subside and the richness of the other flavors shine through. Adding salt to your food can reduce the … [Read more...]
Find Good Kitchen Help – Add A Fireplace
The kitchen is often the life-blood of a home. Many an adage mentions that the most used room of a home is the kitchen. Meals are cooked, families gather and delightful conversations are voiced. Adding a fireplace to the kitchen will add a certain warmth and coziness. Some fireplaces are a practical addition, you can cook and add warmth to the room, while others are purely aesthetic. Either way, … [Read more...]
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