Meaningful DIY Gifts Make a Difference

Meaningful DIY Gifts Make a Difference

Giving meaningful DIY gifts will touch your loved ones deeply and nourish your soul at the same time. So, stop buying more over-priced stuff that nobody really needs anyway, and think about what would make a difference to your loved ones. As we’re wrapped in 

How Creativity Benefits Your Wellness

How Creativity Benefits Your Wellness

Somewhere inside of us all is a creative streak, and this creativity benefits your wellness in so many ways.  Have you ever felt the irresistible urge to dip your fingers into paint, write a story that dances off the pages, or turn everyday objects into 

Create a Family Recipe Binder

Create a Family Recipe Binder

Confession time: I’m a recipe hoarder. There, I said it. Over many years I’ve amassed a small mountain of recipes. We’re talking about a mix of family heirlooms, hastily scribbled notes, magazine cutouts (vintage style), digital snapshots, and everything in between. The problem? Well, it 

Reuse Denim and Chenille in a Pillow Cover

Reuse Denim and Chenille in a Pillow Cover

Don’t throw those old denim jeans out! Reuse the denim and some vintage chenille to make fun comfy pillow covers. Grab vintage chenille bedspreads when you find them 2nd Hand! One of the things I pick up at garage sales or thrift stores when I 

Refinish 2nd-Hand Wood into Meaningful Gifts!

Refinish 2nd-Hand Wood into Meaningful Gifts!

If you ever 2nd-hand shop you’ve probably seen tons of wooden appetizer plates and salad bowls in abundance. And usually for very little money. Typically, these are souvenirs from tropical locales and have been pretty well used. Sometimes they are even gummy or a bit