Whenever you can upcycle an old item into new home decor, it is a good day. This is especially true when you can turn trash items into treasure. I have posted about upcycling things like toilet paper rolls, bottles, wine corks, and even old credit cards. However, there is another common item that is great
There are some types of crafts that are more relaxing than others. Knitting happens to be one of those that induce a calming effect. Because of this, it's a popular hobby to take up. Once you learn the basic needlework, it's just a matter of counting and repeating. This is something you can do while
You can really never have enough chip clips. I don't know if it's just us, but we have a lot of bags open at the same time. Whether it's chips, nuts, coconut, or another pantry item, the bags all need to be resealed. There is an easy solution though. And, it's one that is even
I have found that fishing, particularly fly fishing, is such a relaxing pastime. For me, it doesn't even matter if I catch a fish or not. Just being outside, at a river, is so enjoyable. Because I am certain that I'm not the only who loves the sport, I came up with a couple of
It all started from a walk down a two track. What I saw made me think twice about my walking habits. In fact, I was downright fearful. I needed something to carry, to keep me from certain danger. A big stick would probably do the trick. And that was the beginning of my DIY walking
Collecting coffee mugs are one of those things that can get out of control fast. Not only are there so many cute designs but they are a popular souvenir item as well. Each mug can have a message or memory that is hard to toss out. If you simply can't part with any of your
The simple and nostalgic beauty of farmhouse style decorating is what has made it so popular. No matter what type of home you have, you can easily create an atmosphere reminiscent of a classic farmhouse. Whether you decorate with vintage pieces or simple rustic elements, the style is comfortable. I'll show you some ideas that
One old crate plus one rusty old sign equals a unique planter box for fun rustic decor. Who would have thought that you could make a decorative item out of such things? Although it is pretty popular to use a crate as a planter box, it's not popular to incorporate a rusty old sign. That
A variety of beautiful sounds can be created from simple wind chimes. It all depends on what you use to make them for the sound they give off. See what some of the key elements are, for DIY wind chimes, to make them both pleasant sounding and decorative. There are a couple of outdoor decor
Having one or more kayaks is a lot of fun for the family. Storing them at home can be a little tricky. Like any fun toy, they take up space that in most cases is quite limited. That is where creative organization and a separate storage rack is essential. You can easily build your own
I bought a journal once with a plain black cover. It did nothing to inspire me for writing. The look was business like and boring. I like chic designs, nature, color, and pattern for inspiration. One way to get all of that is to do some mixed media art. I'll show you how I transformed
There are many good reasons to have an outdoor shower. If you have a cabin or cottage near a lake or river, you may want an outdoor shower to use after swimming, canoeing or fishing. Or, if you simply have a messy job to do outside, an outdoor shower makes a great place to rinse