I am Lucky Because ~ Cover a block of styrofoam in green tissue paper. To make the fringe-cut two strips of green cardstock and adhere (spray glue is best) around the edges. Have family members write down reasons they are lucky on cardstock shamrocks and tape to green toothpicks and insert into the foam. Cut … More 8 St. Patricks Day Craft Ideas for Kids

With the house selling season right around the corner ( Spring being the most common month for sellers to list their property), here are 10 tips to get you started and get a jump on the competition. 1. Replace your front door ~ You may not even notice your front door anymore, especially if you … More 10 best home improvements for your dollar

Lucky Rainbow JelloYou’ll need 1 small box of jello in each color (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple).1 large container of cool whip (you may use sour cream or yogurt in place of the cool whip).Follow these directions for each layer…Chose the color you want on the bottom (in this case purple). Dissolve jello as … More St Patricks Day Sweet Treats

Take advantage of your wall space by turning it into storage. Hang clipboards, magnetic boards, and plain containers around the room. Each item is inexpensive and available at office supply stores. Loose papers and small items are the biggest challenges in a home office. Corral papers and mail in an unused bath cabinet mounted to … More Home Office Organization and Storage on a Dime

Pattern Placement Instead of splashing pattern across an entire piece, reserve the motif for a particular section, such as the center drawers of a buffet. In addition to pattern panache, this thrift store dresser was made new with a fresh coat of white paint on the frame and new dark walnut stain on the drawer … More DIY Furniture Projects

Crate Nightstand ~ Turn discarded crates into a full-fledged nighstand. Cut a piece of MDF to the desired size (it should be a little wider than the width of the two crates) and mount a set of casters to the bottom. Nail two crates into the top of the MDF. Place two more crates on … More 6 Simple and Functional Flea Market Makeovers

Clean Out ScheduleProblem: An overflowing refrigerator.Solution: Use trash day as a reminder that it’s time to clean out the refrigerator. You’ll make room for new stuff to come in and get rid of any spoiled food before it gets smelly or messy. Overwhelmed No MoreProblem: There’s just too much to tackle.Solution: Come up with a … More It's A New Year, It's Time to Get Organized and CUT THAT CLUTTER ~Problem Areas and Solutions

Perfect Pairings ~ Best for school-aged kidsSometimes, simplicity really is best, as these crowd-pleasing valentines demonstrate.What you’ll need:Card stockDouble-sided tapePackaged treatsUse double-sided tape to stick treats to card stock hearts, then add a witty greeting. Here are more ideas:Tape on bubble gum and write: You blow me away!Tape on a Snickers® bar and write: You … More The Best Valentine's Day Cards for Kids of All Ages to Make