If you’re like us, you buy the big bag of Halloween candy in hopes that you’ll have leftovers. Buying candy for kids is a pretty great excuse for binging on candy. But this year, instead of snacking on what’s in the candy bowl, make something new with your leftover Halloween candy! There’s nothing more thrifty […]
Halloween is such a great time of year (and that’s not just because it’s in the same month as my birthday). It’s the one time of year when everyone gets to be an actor, putting on costumes and becoming someone else! Now, trick-or-treating is great and all (if you’re five), but I like to celebrate […]
Now that it’s chilly enough to justify wrapping yourself in the biggest, warmest crochet afghan you can find, every crocheter should take some time to treat herself! Why not start on a gorgeous crochet throw you can use from now through winter? It’s guaranteed that you can crochet something better than anything you’ll find in […]
You know what pairs really well with those cute fall boots and festive scarves? A cute, slouchy knit hat. The nice thing about slouchy hats is that they look good on pretty much everyone. It doesn’t matter what your hair style is or the shape of your face; you can pull these off. They look […]
The biggest issue for crafters is finding the time to craft. If you’re crafty, odds are you’re resourceful enough to plan your projects on a budget, so money isn’t a huge obstacle. Finding the time, on the other hand, isn’t as easy a fix. When you’re juggling work, family, and friends, it can be hard […]
Nothing says cheap and affordable quite like the thrift store. Thrift stores are great resources because they allow you to satisfy your need for retail therapy without draining your bank account. We have brought you our favorite thrift store recipes and projects, as well as our fall favorites. Fall means cozying up under a warm […]
Refusing to break the bank does not mean your dishes need to suffer. One of the heartiest, hassle-free, and budget-friendly recipes you can make is chili. It’s also incredibly easy to transform and easily feeds a crowd. You can tweak your dish from the traditional ground beef version to substituting shredded chicken or even omitting […]
I am always trying new materials to die cut. Today, I tried die cutting leaves from my camellia tree for a leafy tree centerpiece. I used them to spell out the message “GROW.” I clipped them onto a branch with tiny clothespins. The last element is a favorite wine bottle that has a label featuring […]
It’s easier than you think to give your kitchen a new look without breaking the bank. These low-cost kitchen crafts are the perfect way to save money on kitchen decorations and supplies. With these fun craft projects, you can easily spruce up your kitchen with homemade dishcloths, coasters, place mats, and more. To make sure […]
Nuke it. Zap it. Whatever you call it, microwaving anything is modern magic. You can find just about any food in microwave form… instant gratification! Bonus: microwave foods are usually super cheap, whether they’re frozen or made from simple ingredients you have on-hand. When your sweet tooth is acting up, a microwave dessert recipe is […]
