Thrifty Crafts
Easy Spring Upcycle: How to Repurpose an Old Chair
Are you looking to spruce up your space for less? If so, give this easy spring upcycle project a try. You can repurpose an old chair in just a few hours, and create a look that is fresh and new. You don’t need a great deal of supplies, and you don’t even need a lot […]
Frozen Family Fun: Strawberry Sunset Fruit Pop
Let’s dive into summer with some tasty fruit pops, shall we? These Strawberry Sunset Fruit Pops are so simple to make, and let me tell you that kid’s will devour them. You only need a few ingredients, and for just pennies you can make your own ice pops instead of chasing after the ice cream […]
Easter Craft for Kids! Sweet and Simple Spring Centerpiece
Are you ready to spruce up your home for spring? You don’t have to go overboard, in fact the smaller changes can have a huge impact. For example, take a look at the sweet and simple spring centerpiece I created below. It only cost me a few dollars to make and it took a whole […]
Weekend Family Fun: DIY Dinosaur Garden
Are fairy gardens not your thing? No worries at all! Today I am going to show you a fun and frugal alternative to the fairy garden. All you need is about $5 worth of supplies and you will be enjoying endless fun in no time. This dinosaur garden is perfect for the dino lover in […]
Frugal Crafting Fun: Easy Spring Wreath
Let’s bring some color into our spaces, shall we? There is no better way to do this than this easy peasy spring wreath. You can make your own wreath just like this using less than $5 in supplies and in just minutes. Yes, minutes! You don’t need to be super crafty, you don’t need a […]
Easy Easter Craft: Eggcellent Easter Picture Frame
If you are in the mood for some fun and frugal Easter crafting, this easy Easter picture frame is for you! How sweet will this little dandy look perched on your mantel or bookshelf? It can even add some instant Easter charm to your office. Take a peek below at how to make […]
Spring Family Fun: Yarn Eggs Kid’s Craft
It is time to start thinking about spring and how with Easter approaching, the sight of pastel eggs will be everywhere. Make your own colorful eggs perfect for displaying in a basket or centerpiece when you give this yarn eggs kid’s craft a try. Made from just a few simple supplies, these yarn eggs are […]
Friday Family Fun: Little Lobster Handprint
Let’s get ready for the weekend with a fun kiddie craft, shall we? This Little Lobster Handprint Craft is so easy to make, and can even be a fun Father’s Day gift for Dad! Using just craft paint and paper, you can make your own lobster in just minutes. Take a look at how we […]
Rainy Day Fun: DIY Paper Plate Umbrella for Kids
What do you do when you are faced with bored kids and a rainy day? You make paper plate umbrellas, of course! How cute and simple are these? With a few supplies, you can craft your own paper plate umbrella. Kids will love whipping up their own complete with yarn rain drops and tons of […]
Frugal Friday Family Fun: Fruit Cocktail Ice Pops
You are going to love this frugal and fun family activity! Let the kiddos cool down after a hard day of play when you make these fruit cocktail ice pops! They are so easy, I mean easy, and the end result is a tasty and cheap treat that the kiddos will want to gobble up. […]
Free Crafts: Patriotic Paint Chip Banner
Raise your hand if you haven’t done squat to get your home ready for Memorial Day! I see you out there! Well no worries, because here is a quick and easy Memorial Day banner you can make in minutes and on the cheap. With just a few supplies (paint chips, we love paint chips!) you […]
Festive Fun: Memorial Day Centerpiece
Memorial Day is just around the corner, so let’s get in the spirit shall we? Add some patriotic charm to your space when you make this simple and CHEAP Memorial Day centerpiece! It is a great way to decorate your holiday table as well as a fun craft to even do with the kids. We […]
Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift: Tuna Can Trinket Holder
Mother’s Day is only 48 hours away, and if you are still looking for some fun and frugal last minute gifts, this DIY project is for you! This tuna can trinket holder is perfect for little hands top craft, and the end result is a purposeful and pretty trinket holder that anyone can use. You […]
Thrifty Tuesday: Washi Tape Votives
Hey friends! Are you just wild about washi tape? Seriously, is there anything you can’t do with it? I think not. The ideas are endless and only limited by your own mind. This week, let’s enjoy a thrifty Tuesday and give our votive candles a little pizazz. Why not dress up your votives with a […]
Mother’s Day Fun: Paint Chip Flower Bouquet
Today we are going to make something special for Mom, and we are going to do it for next to nothing because that is just how we roll! Take a look below at how you can make your own paint chip flower bouquet in just minutes and for next to nothing. This bouquet is […]
Frugal Fun: DIY Mother’s Day Washi Tape Frame
Treat mom to a lovely new picture frame this Mother’s Day while still keeping some cash in your pocket. With all of the money you save making this gorgeous craft, you can afford to treat her to dinner too! Take a look at how washi tape turns this ordinary frame into something spectacular. It is […]
15 Easy and Adorable Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
15 Easy and Adorable Mother’s Day Gift Ideas As Mother’s Day approaches, you might be looking for a few frugal ideas to use for gifts. Handmade gifts are often some of the most treasured gifts that anyone can ever get! Today I’ve got 15 Easy and Adorable Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for you to see! […]
Frugal Friday Fun: $1 Flower Pot Makeover
Let’s enjoy a little frugal fun today, shall we? Take a look at how just $1 in materials can help you create a flower pot that is so fabulous and fun. I was able to whip this example up in just minutes, yet it looks picture perfect, like something that is table ready for a […]
Crafting with Cents: DIY Decorative Clips
Are you looking for a fun and frugal way to keep those memos, coupons, and love notes organized? How cute are these easy peasy decorative clips? You can make them yourself in minutes, and when you are done you will have an easy and beautiful way to stay organized. You don’t have to be super […]
Frugal Friday Fun: Easy Easter Napkin Rings
Easter is just days away, but it is not too late to get your table festive and fun. You can create a fabulous Easter table for less when you make these easy spring napkin rings. You only need a few supplies, and they only take minutes to craft. Your guests will feel so special and […]
Frugal Friday Fun: Planting a Miniature Succulents Garden
Do you love having fresh plants in your home? A miniature succulents garden is the perfect way to bring spring indoors, even if you don’t have the greenest of thumbs. Planting a miniature succulents garden is simple, and once you plant one it will pretty much maintain itself with minimal care from you. Take a […]
Friday Crafting Fun: Lovely Lavender Stress Pillow
Friday is here, which means it is time to relax and unwind. Make your relaxation even more enjoyable with a lovely lavender stress pillow like the one featured here. You can make your own in just minutes, and in no time be relaxing and reducing stress to the scent of calming lavender. Take […]
Friday Crafting Fun: Spring Stationary Banner
Don’t you love decorating for spring? You can make this simple spring stationary banner with nothing but a package of stationary and some string. How easy is that? So even if you are crunched for time and don’t feel like you have time to get creative, think again. This is a simple spring […]
Let’s Get Crafty: Easy Spring Bird Banner
Let’s keep doing our best to get into the mood for SPRING! Today’s easy peasy craft is this super fun and frugal spring bird banner. Try saying that ten times fast! Your local craft supply store will have everything you need to make your own spring bird banner, the perfect accent to spruce up your […]
Spring Family Fun: Cupcake Cup Flowers Craft
Are you in the mood for spring? This weekend, why not get into the spirit of spring with these cupcake cup flowers? They are so easy to make and this is a craft the whole family will enjoy. You only need a few supplies, and we were able to find everything we needed […]