A cute and simple DIY valentine that has the added bonus of being creative and original. Surprise your sweet heart with this cute walnut valentine that contains a little note inside. Instructable … [Read more...]
50 New Uses For Old Things
I have a bunch of stuff around my house and every day I'm running into new things that I want. I wish I had seen this list years ago! It would have saved me so much time and money. Stop whatever you're doing and click through this slide show that shows you that you can turn your old contact case into a travel prescription holder and 49 other sweet tricks. Full Slide Show … [Read more...]
DIY- "Aqua globes"
I don't know about you but for the life of me I cannot keep my pants from dying. Mr. Sthole constantly makes fun of me for this, and is currently waiting for a cactus that my mom bought my daughter to bite the dust...or turn to it. I have often considered the aqua globe as seen on TV but haven't wanted to spend the money (I would rather just not have plants). I came across this little tip on … [Read more...]
Re-purpose Your Old Furniture
Take a look around your house or think of all the things you need to replace. Is your old wooden step latter on it’s last leg? Is your mattress tired and worn? Before you throw away that old furniture you should check out these creative ways to repurpose. Using an old mattress spring creates a interesting and eye catching message board. Using hangers and clothes pins catches messages and other … [Read more...]
DIY Tin can magnets
Food tins not only look interesting and hold your spices, candies or teas, but after you’ve emptied them it almost seems like a shame to throw them away. By adding a powerful magnet to the inside and maybe removing the lid, you can make a useful storage box for your kitchen, workshop or office. Non-metallic containers will work as well though you will have to add the magnet to the outside of the … [Read more...]
DIY Re purpose Old Toys
Do you have old toys laying around that your kids have grown out of or are they your own that you want to keep around for sentimental value, but have no idea what to do with them? Re-purpose them into things you can use around the house everyday. All you’ll need is a bit of spray paint, glue, a cutting tool and something to attach the toy to. A slinky bird feeder, a zoo animal key holder, a … [Read more...]
Recycle your Holiday Decorations
Before you toss out your wreaths or garland, poinsettia and even your tree check out these ways to put them to use for a few months more! Go green and recycle your Christmas greenery. Use the garland and poinsettia to make a great smelling potpourri which can double as a attractive vase filler and table centerpiece. Re-plant your tree in your yard and ‘decorate’ it with outdoor goodies … [Read more...]