by Kati | Sep 15, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Do you know of someone you love with a worn out welcome mat? No, I'm not talking about their attitude…I'm talking about making some great gifts this year! Welcome mats are the first thing that make people feel welcome into your home. So let's make a great DIY...
by Kati | Sep 14, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
I love Swarovski crystal sun catchers, don't you?! They just bring in so much light and magic to a room, that it makes my heart skip a beat. Do you have a sun catcher memory? Mine goes back to my grandmothers living room. She had beautiful crystal sun catchers in...
by Kati | Sep 13, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Do you have a command center in your home? We do and it's amazing! From writing notes and stashing mail and keys, it's a great way to stay organized with the craziness of life. But what better gift to help your mommy friends and family stay organized than by giving...
by Kati | Sep 12, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Have you ever received a DIY Pom Pom Fleece Blanket? I've received several and there's nothing like receiving such a warm and cozy gift. So why wouldn't you want to give such a warm and cozy gift too? Well I've come up with a way to make an easy no sew fleece blanket...
by Kati | Sep 12, 2026 | DIY
Need a football trophy for your next football-themed birthday party or football party? Are you wanting to make your next football party a party worth remembering? Making your own party decor can be the best way to make your party memorable. This football trophy is...
by Kati | Sep 11, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
With all the traveling my friends and family do, I knew I needed to make some handmade traveler's notebooks for them for gifts. I have made a simple travel notebook before, and I loved the way they turned out. It's so much fun to add all of the great things you find...
by Kati | Sep 11, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
I've always loved a personalized jewelry box ever since I was little. I was given one when I was little and I had it for the longest time. But what makes a personalized jewelry box so special? The thought that it was handmade and painted just for you? Or the time that...
by Kati | Sep 10, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
What makes the best heating pad? Besides one that works, one that is handmade, of course! I still have several my grandmother made me a long time ago. Not only do they still work great, but they are a great memory of my lovely grandmother each time I use them. Since...
by Kati | Sep 10, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love the light that comes from tea light holders? Candlelight is magical. But getting a candle as a gift makes it even more special – especially one like this that keeps on giving! These DIY holders are such a great gift. Not only can you...
by Kati | Sep 9, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
If you like to make custom items as gifts for your friends and family, then you'll love making the cutest cross body bag this year for them, OR yourself! I love using a cross body bag becuase it allows me to have my hands free to hold children's hands while running...
by Kati | Sep 9, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Looking for a DIY Rustic Coat Rack for your walls or to make for a useful gift this year? Well, I've got you covered! This DIY Rustic Coat Rack is the best thing to keep things off the ground so you don't trip over them. Who doesn't love to be more organized?!! I...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 9, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Grocery stores, department stores, and even pharmacies have entire aisles dedicated to cleaning solutions even green cleaning products. But they are expensive! There are so many reasons why you may want to start making your homemade natural cleaning products, even if...
by Kati | Sep 9, 2026 | DIY
There are so many amazing ways you can make your very own fruit arrangement for your home that fits your style. Of course, adding a touch of glitter makes everything look even more fabulous. Since the days are getting colder, it's nice to brighten up the feel of your...
by Kati | Sep 8, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Everyone should learn how to make earrings at some point in their life. Since so many people wear earrings, that makes them an easy gift to give. But no one wants just plain earrings. That's why I'm going to teach you how to make earrings out of air dry clay with this...
by Kati | Sep 8, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love wind chimes? I sure do! Every time I hear the soft clanking noise my mind drifts off to a relaxing day at the beach. Because, not only do they look great but they sound wonderful too! You see, these easy DIY wind chimes not only make great gifts,...
by Kati | Sep 8, 2026 | DIY
Making your own football goal post for your next football party can be an inexpensive way to make your party memorable. This Field Goal is definitely hard to forget, right? Plus, it makes a wonderful statement or table centerpiece as part of your decorations for a...
by Kati | Sep 8, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies, Spend Less
We have all been told a million times about the harsh chemicals in store bought cleaners or how cheap it is to make your own cleaners with common household products. For years I told myself that I never had enough time to make my own cleaners and that it was a waste...
by Kati | Sep 7, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Did you know you could make a DIY heat transfer vinyl t-shirt yourself without a fancy cutting machine? You can! I didn't know either until recently. And now my custom t-shirt making possibilities just blew wide open! And since my family loves Disney, this is the best...
by Kati | Sep 7, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love a pretty topiary? I'm always reminded of the story of The Secret Garden when I see a topiary. While I don't think there was actually any topiaries in the story, I guess it's the fairy tale look and the dreamy tendrils of the plant that reminds me...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 6, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Have you ever run out of a soft scrub cleaner and needed it like…now? When I get to cleaning my home, I'm like a madwoman and there's no stopping me. I want to get it all done without any interruptions. Just leave me alone so I can get the job done so I can get...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
If you love a custom bracelet, then I've got just the DIY project for you! Recently, I was purchasing something for my husband online when this ad popped up for these beautiful stone bracelets. I couldn't believe how pretty they were and then I checked the price. WOW,...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love a warm custom fleece blanket in the winter? I know I do! It's so great to snuggle underneath it watching a movie with your family. Ahh, and the roaring fire crackling…Oh, wait. That part only happens in my dreams living in Florida. But still,...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | DIY, Spend Less
Football is one of my favorite sports and we love having a fun football party! And even more fun is all the team T-Shirts, chicken wings, and die-hard spirit. I think it's no surprise that 70% of Americans watch NFL Football. And there’s one commonality among all...
by Kati | Sep 5, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Need some DIY cleaning wipes? While I love the store-bought disinfecting wipes, I started making my own several years ago in an effort to try to save money. And boy was it easy! And boy have I saved so much money over the years! Plus, in an effort to cut down on our...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 3, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Did you know I LOVE disinfectant spray? I do. It's a simple reason really. It totally destroys germs, and the cold and flu bugs. Why wouldn't I love it?! Seeing that I have 4 kids who seem to get to get sick every cold and flu season, I try to keep those germs out of...
by Kati | Sep 2, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies, Reader Favorites
This is one spray bottle you will want to always have filled with the essential oils for colds and flu inside so you can combat the germs and make sure no one else in your family gets sick. It is a cold & flu room spray I've been using for years every time one of us...
by Kati | Sep 2, 2026 | DIY, Recipes
When you learn how to bake bacon in the oven, and you realize just how easy this process is…you'll wonder why you haven't done it sooner! SERIOUSLY. No grease anywhere. Super simple clean up. Sign me up. My family loves bacon…I mean really loves bacon. I...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 1, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies, Reader Favorites
We were headed to Disney, the land of magic and germs when I realized I was almost of out of my hand antibacterial spray. I panicked! Here I just paid $3.50 for this brand new bottle of hand antibacterial spray from Walmart and I was almost out of it…and headed...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 22, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
I went years only using liquid laundry detergent. I never realized that a powder detergent could be just effective and store longer than their liquid counterpart. Since powder detergent is easier to travel with than liquid, I decided it would be convenient to make one...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 21, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
What is the best liquid laundry detergent ever? Everyone has their favorite and unfortunately every single one has a pretty large price tag on it. The cost just adds to the torture since laundry is the never-ending chore. I was in need of a cheap homemade laundry...
