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As a thriftaholic, I love scouring second hand stores for some of my very favorite items like vintage cookware and linens. Some treasures are completely irresistible right on the spot, but others require a bit of creativity to envision what could be. If you can learn to re-imagine thrift store finds, the DIY ideas you discover can make for some truly amazing transformations! Idea #1: Chalkboard Paint: I’ve
I have always had a secret wish to be some kind of organizational genius. I remember when I first got a school planner in high school. I carefully recorded everything in it diligently….for the first week or so. Then I went right back to flying by the seat of my pants and hoping everything got done in the end. And so it has been ever
The first time I saw an AeroGarden on an infomercial, I admit I was skeptical. Despite years in high school working at a gorgeous plant nursery, I seem to inevitably kill any plants I take under my care. Undaunted, I always plant a little something every spring and, without exception, all of my gardening experiments have ultimately failed. (My theory is that the children are
Today we have a guest post from Janelle Curtis of SewMuchCraftiness.com. Hello everyone! If you’re on a budget, no doubt you’re always looking for ways to save yourself some money. If you’re spending more on beauty items than you’d like to be spending, why not try making these items yourself? In this article, I’m going to explain how to make 5 basic beauty supplies from ingredients
Every year my daughter decorates our Christmas tree with our homemade ornaments (and some store bought decorations). I enjoy soaking up all the wonderful, sentimental Christmas tree ornaments that fill the branches. Many of these ornaments are easy to make and are a great holiday activity for children. Here are 10 easy Christmas tree ornaments you can make:
My kitchen is old and outdated and I’d love to give it a facelift. But every time I start to think of one tiny upgrade, I mentally rip out the entire kitchen and go tens of thousands of dollars above my frugal DIY budget. Yesterday I got inspired to try out one simple frugal DIY idea that transformed my kitchen. Also check out these 10
I love do it yourself project that allow you to take old items and upcycle them into new goods. So when I found the video from GrowOrganic.com on how to make a vertical garden using rescued pallets, I couldn’t resist sharing it with you. But that’s not all you can make with pallets. I share 6 DIY pallet projects below.
Watch and learn to make a flower pen just in time for Valentine’s Day. https://bargainbabe.com
Learn to make your own wood photo print. https://bargainbabe.com
How to make an easy Christmas pine cone centerpiece with holly and swag from Christmas tree branches. https://bargainbabe.com
Eight easy, fun, and cheap Christmas ornament and decorating ideas. Good for gifts and white elephant gifts, too! https://bargainbabe.com
107 stocking stuffers you can make or buy. https://bargainbabe.com
Have extra hangers in your closet? I share 10 easy ways to reuse your hangers. Most of these ideas are easy DIY projects you can get done in an afternoon. Watch the slideshow below to view the suggestions and read on for an explanation! Images via Shutterstock and Flickr
Reader Stephanie makes her own fruit leather, beef jerky, and more using a fruit dehydrator. She shared two recipes that sound amazing! http://www.bargainbabe.com
