When you burn a jar candle down to nothing, don't toss it! Because you can upcycle a used jar candle into two useful items in just a few minutes. I burn candles all the time. In fact, I love the warm glow and the delicate fragrant scent. As most of you know, I'm a thrifty DIY'er. But candles are a luxury that I don't mind spending my hard-earned cash on. RELATED POST: … [Read more...] about Upcycle A Used Jar Candle Into Two Items (and how to remove the candle wax safely)
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Fall for this Autumn Wreath: How To Make A Fall Wreath
Whether you’re tight on budget or just can’t keep up with the rapid-fire holiday changes, this fall wreath is cheap, easy, and will last through November. Last week I was eating corn dogs and watching the big wheel at the state fair, now suddenly it’s pumpkin spice and oversized scarves and my door still has spring white flowers on it! That’s so last season, literally! … [Read more...] about Fall for this Autumn Wreath: How To Make A Fall Wreath
Easy DIY Bird Bath Made From Scrap Wood
This DIY bird bath cost me nothing--not one penny. We used up scrap wood and a plant saucer that I found in storage. But the birds don't care very much about the cost--they really seem to enjoy splashing down and cooling off during the hottest parts of the day. I recently turned to blog readers for advice on how to attract hummingbirds to my garden, and this easy DIY bird … [Read more...] about Easy DIY Bird Bath Made From Scrap Wood
Budgeting For Your DIY Project – When to Save, When to Splurge
You can save money when budgeting for your DIY project; learn when to save and when to splurge on materials. A DIY project can really hit you in the wallet...hard. But if you know what you can save money on and where you need to really spend it, you can alleviate some of the financial strain. RELATED POST: How to Make Home Improvements on a Budget PLAN CAREFULLY: Before … [Read more...] about Budgeting For Your DIY Project – When to Save, When to Splurge
