Thursday, September 26, 2013

Rock Love


This is wonderful gift I made for a special friend. Take a vase and fill the container with large rocks. Family and friends can write a personal message on each rock using a permanent marker. A lasting memory with a personal touch...

Recycled Book Keepsake Box

Hide your personal items inside your favorite book. Just glue the edges of the book and cut a rectangle inside the pages, about 1 inch from the outside edge. A great keepsake and memory of you favorite book.

Source:http://www.bhg.com/christmas/gifts/cute-and-practical-handmade-christmas-gifts/#page=30




Perfect Graduation Gift

Here's a way to save money and create a valuable gift! If you know someone who is expected to graduate in a few years and you're hoping to surprise them with a useful gift, set aside $20 (or any amount) every month and put it in a photo album. Once your done, you can add some pictures and hand the gift to your graduate to help them get started!

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Thursday, September 19, 2013

Long Distance Gift

Turn a special ticket stub, boarding pass or concert ticket into a keepsake item for a loved one.

A pin on Pinterest says all you have to do is take a ticket stub to your local print store and have them blow it up, print it on a fabric transfer and make it into a pillow.

Source: http://longdistancelovegifts.com/

Skip The Chalkboard Paint...

If you don't want to get messy with painting a chalkboard wall - try chalkboard vinyl which is a simple "peel and stick process."
Source: http://simpleho.me/2013/09/15/chalkboard-vinyl-at-michaels-for-4-99-good-alternate-to-chalkboard-paint/

Busy Board For A Fall Day

Here's a great idea to keep your child busy indoors! Attach different locks on a board and allow your child to keep busy...

Source: http://millionayres.com/2159/busy-board-for-a-busy-birthday-boy/

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Make Your Own 3D Design

Take your 2D dread and transform it into a 3D reality. Shapeways.com lets users create their own items using a 3D printer. Items include custom rings, napkin holders, poker chips and a clone of yourself.

Tool Box Used As Towel Holder

Found this picture on Pinterest and I had to share this wonderful idea. Need I say more?

Source: http://www.pinterest.com/betsywright/upcycled/

More Ways To Use A Fork

Who knew a fork could be used in so many ways, just by bending the ends. Click here for a list of ideas.

Source: http://nhatdanghn.blogspot.com/2012/05/13-amazing-diy-fork-transformation.html

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Magnetic Organization

You can probably tell that I'm obsessed with home decor. Magnetic strips are a great way to keep your knives organized in your kitchen. You can purchase a variety of the strips online. For a list of prices click here.
Source: http://www.redbookmag.com/recipes-home/tips-advice/organizing-ideas-knives#slide-20


Beach Memory Box

If you have ever taken sand from a beach vacation to keep as a memory, try this easy way to freshen up your home decor. Simply take a shadow box and place a picture of the beach in the frame and fill up the bottom portion of the box with the sand. It's a personal touch to lasting memories.
Source: http://fabuloushomeblog.com/2012/12/10/put-a-picture-of-the-beach-you-visited-in-a-shadow-box-frame-and-fill-the-bottom-with-sand-from-that-beach/

Olive Oil/Herb Tray

Need to whip up a tasty meal without spending the time buying the herbs to spice up your dish each time you create a meal. Try freezing herbs and olive in an ice tray to keep your meals fresh! Courtesy of joyzz.com.
Source: http://www.joyzz.com/article-1191.html