This year we are so very blessed to have our health, our family, and much to look forward to in the upcoming year. The holidays are a perfect time to remind our family how much they mean to us. Why not consider showing your family how much you care with personal, homemade gifts: …
It’s almost here! Here are some creative ways to make your gifts look downright fabulous, without having to buy a single gift tag! Recycled tags Do you know all those leftover wrapping paper scraps? Attach an alternative pattern to scrapbook paper to spruce up your gifts. Handwritten names This works best on solid-colored wrapping …
Instead of gifting the dollar store bath scrub… Why not try making a homemade sugar scrub instead? Instead of vanilla flavoring, use peppermint extract for a Christmas scent. Put your concoction in a mason jar, enclosed with a red Christmas fabric on the lid, and create a homemade tag and/or label. Not only is it …
Ideas like this are the reason I spend so much time on Pinterest Road Map Nails! Now, I don’t know who to give credit to… but the instructions with the picture go as follows: 1. Paint your nails white/cream 2. Soak nails in alcohol for five minutes 3. Press nails to map and hold VOILA!! …
I tried out this homemade sugar scrub, compliments of frugal living blogger Homemade Ginger. (Thanks Pinterest!) Homemade Sugar Scrub Equal parts brown sugar and white sugar (ends up being about 1/4 cup each for a 6 oz. jar) Fill to the top with olive oil (cover the sugars and then maybe an extra 1/2 inch) …
Maia and I have first turned on to DIY projects thanks to PS I Made This… Minus a few failed attempts RIP t-shirt scarf, we’re still trying! You will need: – 1 sheet of Felt – Bag of feathers – Fabric glue – Elastic Headbands – 2.5 yards of Ribbon (Available at craft stores, but styles vary …
….Who is guilty? I know we are! So what are some last-minute ideas? A good gift is a personal gift. Ask yourself what their interests are: What is it they enjoy most? – Do you have a “foody” in your life? Groupon features great cooking lessons, from making crepes to sushi. Check out your local …
Where does a poor girl fashionista come from? The mother of all Fashionistas- that’s who! If fine jewelry is still too expensive not your mom’s “thing”, why not consider giving her closet an update? Carson Pirie Scott’s Mother’s Day Sale is today, May 5th, to Sunday, May 8th. Carson Pirie Scott, Collection 18 Lace Scarf, $23.80- Was …
It’s here: April. You know what that means? Baseball season. Now I’ve been to enough games to get it right– and have learned the hard way what’s wrong. Bottom line? Wear what is comfortable for you. Here are some stand-by staples: Victoria’s Secret, Baseball Attire (Price Range: $10.50- $68) Forever 21, Fab Roadtrip Denim Shorts, $8.00(Also …
