Most people inevitably own an innumerable rank of items which are both frequently and infrequently necessary. These miscellaneous items are often all too visible in the form of clutter and frustratingly invisible when they are wanted. The obvious solution is to place things near the location where they are most likely to be wanted [...]
January 26th, 2010 | Posted in Crafts, Frugality, Furniture, Home | No Comments
I have to admit that I am quite proud of my newest idea for free printables. These milk cartons with dairy cow prints are perfect for gift boxes, decoration, or storage. If putting cookies and treats in these cartons, be sure to choose a non toxic glue like Elmer’s Glue. Using a glue stick to [...]
April 12th, 2009 | Posted in Crafts, Freebies, Gifts, Storage | 2 Comments
I remember when I was very little, flipping through a very old book and seeing a craft project for making toy soldiers with toilet paper tubes. The image has come to mind now and then and I got the idea to make printable toy soldiers. They come four on a page. Print on card stock [...]
December 13th, 2008 | Posted in Crafts, Freebies, Holidays, Home, Home Decor | 2 Comments
Easy, inexpensive, elegant, and durable
This year, I made my Christmas ornaments out of eggshells because there is something whimsical and magical in the shape of a natural egg. They can look just like regular glass ornaments or Fabergé style eggs. An eggshell is stronger than you would imagine and even stronger after being coated with [...]
December 4th, 2008 | Posted in Crafts, Frugality, Holidays, Home, Home Decor | 9 Comments
Tiny leaks and evaporation put a constant drain on your resources. As discussed in our previous post, From Pennies One Million Dollars Grow, a few cents saved here and there can add up to be a significant amount. Here we offer 101 suggestions for plugging expenditures in various aspects of your life – around the [...]
September 25th, 2008 | Posted in Books, Featured, Finance, Frugality, Hobbies, Home, Money Management, Movies, Music, Shopping | 18 Comments
These are a part of our Freebies series of Printable Gifts and Accessories. These Miniature Gingham Gift Boxes match the Miniature Gingham Carrier Bags we posted a few days ago.
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August 7th, 2008 | Posted in Crafts, Freebies, Frugality, Gifts, Home | 1 Comment
These small bags with pretty gingham pattern are ideal for small gifts or visible storage. Simply click on the template images below and print with printer setting on “Scale to fit page”. Choose landscape paper orientation for larger items. Assembly may take a few tries if you have never done this sort of project, but [...]
August 3rd, 2008 | Posted in Crafts, Freebies, Frugality, Gifts, Home | No Comments