Sometimes when your looking to change up your décor whether it’s in the bedroom or lounge, there are times when you can’t find that special thing in the stores. When this happens I look for ways to make it myself, so I get what i’m looking for and in most cases if you do […]

  When it comes to hosting family and friends at those special moments like birthday, Christmas and Easter, we’re all looking for that perfect table center piece that is simple but also to really set off and make the event special and something everyone will remember. But coming up with ideas to have that little […]

  Gift wrapping paper is one of those items that we all purchase, and around Christmas time, in bulk!  The cost can quickly add up, especially if you have a lot to buy for or like to coordinate your wrapping paper so it looks beautiful under the tree. It seems such a waste when it […]

  Christmas is coming quickly and if you’re looking for an inexpensive Christmas decorating idea, then look no further than your sofa. Your poor sofa gets a pretty good workout over the holiday season when you flop in it at the end of a hard day shopping.  So why not give it a little Christmas […]

  I love making things, so it’s no surprise that our Christmas tree is filled with lots of different handmade decorations.  I’ve made some felt ornaments, the handmade decorations and baubles my family have been making for years (click here for a how-to), a few knitted ornaments were purchased at a Christmas market, my mother […]

Edible gifts are a handy go-to present to give.  Perfect for the chocolate lovers, co-workers, teachers, neighbours, the tricky-to-buy-for or as a just-because.  But buying them ready made can work out extremely expensive.  This DIY edible bouquet is incredibly easy to make, easy on the pennies, and can be made as big or as small […]

Creating your own Christmas decorations is the perfect way to get exactly what you want.  I have been on the hunt for a rustic, slim line Christmas wreath to greet guests when they arrive at the farmhouse, but couldn’t find something that I loved.  It’s pretty standard in the country for your home’s back door […]

Making your own Christmas decorations is so much fun.  Not only do you get to be creative, but it’s a fantastic opportunity to get the kids involved and away from the screens. I especially like up-cycling wherever possible.  Not only does it save money, but it’s a great way to reuse unloved objects you already […]