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Make Your Own Heat Packs

2019-01-30T07:16:00.000-08:00

photo by hoosierhomemade.com/

Are you looking for an alternative to store bought heat packs as a way to save money and keep your hands warm on a chilly winter day. Making your own is a great way to save money, as you can reuse them again and again. You will just need a few supplies to make your own heat packs.

The basics that are needed to make your own heat packs include some fabric, a pair of scissors, rice, and a sewing machine or needle and thread. The rice to use for this project is kind of important as you need to use long grain rice, but not the instant kind. If you are having problems filling them, a simple solution is to use a funnel or make one from a paper plate.

You can make your own heat packs into any shape and size that you prefer. These items are great to use at home or when travelling. If you are in a car, simply place your heat pack under the floor vent for a few minutes to recharge. Items like this are a great gift ides for any occasion.

Instructions to make your own heat packs are found on hoosierhomemade.com here...

DIY Heat Packs

Ping Pong Ball Light Decoration

2018-12-06T15:08:00.001-08:00

photo by screatedbyv.com

Are you overloaded with the strings of Christmas lights you bought because they were on sale? If you want a great way to use them as part of a holiday craft project, you are in luck. All you need is some white ping pong balls to make a ping pong ball light decoration.
Making a ping pong ball light decoration is actually really easy to do. The most tedious part of the project is making a hole in each of the ping pong balls for each bulb in your string of lights. You may also want to count the number of bulbs to make sure you have enough ping pong balls!! You will not need to use any glue to make a ping pong ball light decoration This wil be a good thing as you are not creating a mess to clean up later. Just insert all the ping pong balls over the bulbs on your string of lights. Instructions to make a ping pong ball light decoration can be found on createdbyv.com here...

Ping Pong Ball Light Decoration

No Water Snow Globes

2018-12-04T09:56:00.001-08:00

photo by alphamom.com

Are you looking for a terrific craft project to do at home for a gift or even to sell and make money? One idea that you may find really interesting is making your own homemade snow globes. You do not need to any water if you know how to make no water snow globes.

The process to make no water snow globes is not that hard at all. All you will need is the proper containers for the project. If you prefer traditional round looking snow globes, then you need snap apart ornaments and snow glitter. A few lids from old mason jars and a few other supplies jars will also be needed.

You have a lot of ways to customize your no water snow globes. These do not need to be specifically for the holidays, as any ideas you can dream up can be used as a theme. Snow globes are great to display on a shelf or even in a cabinet. Instructions to make waterless snow globes can be found on alphamom.com here...

No Water Snow Globes

Gift Wrapping Station

2018-11-30T07:58:00.000-08:00

photo by sadieseasongoods.com

Are you starting to prepare for the holidays by organizing supplies like wrapping paper? If you want an easy way to keep all of your supplies handy for the holidays or any other time, a custom solution might be ideal. All you need to do is make a DIY gift wrapping station.

Making a simple DIY gift wrapping station will be really easy to do and no construction is required. All you will need is an old wooden stool and a few optional accessories. However, there may be some preparation to do before the real fun can begin.

If you want to paint your DIY gift wrapping station, then some sanding may be needed. This is a task that is best done outside as it will create a lot of dust. Once all of the customization is complete, you can then add a variety of options like casters or places to keep scissors and tape. Instructions to make your own DIY gift wrappng station are on sadieseasongoods.com here…

DIY Gift Wrapping Station

Pumpkin Terracotta Pots

2018-10-25T05:03:00.002-07:00

photo by realhousemoms.com

Do you want to make something special to keep candy in after Halloween and into the fall season? One way for you to do this is to upcycle items you may already have like terracotta pots. These items will be perfect to use to make some fun pumpkin terracotta pots.

Making your own pumpkin terracotta pots is really easy to do. However, there will be some items that will be necessary for this project. The most important is a terracotta pot with the base. The base of the pot is the lid of the pumpkin! All the materials you will need are easily found at most hardware stores.

A selection of paints will also be needed to make a set of pumpkin terracotta pots. You need some orange, cream, and brown paint as these are pumpkin colors. The best part is you can use a pot to keep candy or other small items on a shelf or a counter. Instructions to make pumpkin terracotta pots can be found on realhousemoms.com here…

DIY Pumpkin Terracotta Pots

Easy Homemade Weed Killer

2018-09-01T06:20:00.000-07:00

photo by budgetsavvydiva.com

Do you have a lot of unsightly weeds that are popping through cracks in the sidewalk or maybe in your driveway? There are many ways to deal with weeds depending on what you prefer. You can easily pull them out or use a weed spray. If you want to save some money, make a homemade weed killer.

The key to any homemade weed killer is making sure the root of the weed dies. This is much harder to do than you may think. Removing the flower or stalk of the weed does not stop is from regrowing. The best option is to use a remedy that targets the root.

Making a homemade weed killer is actually really easy to do. Vinegar is the main ingredient. You may use it by itself, but combining it with a few other ingredients will be a better option. Just add all of the ingredients into any suitable spray bottle. Instructions to make your own homemade weed killer are on budgetsavvydiva.com here...

Homemade Weed Killer

No-Sew Rice Sock Bunny

2018-03-30T06:27:00.002-07:00

photo by Handmania

Are you looking for a cute Easter gift idea that does not cost a lot of money? If you enjoy doing various types of crafts at home, then a great idea is to make a no-sew rice sock bunny for Easter. Making a few crafty items is a great way to get your home ready for Easter.

Almost any type of sock can be used to make a no-sew rice sock bunny. The cost is minimal as there is not need to buy any supplies except perhaps a bag of rice. Look at a dollar store to find a bag of rice to buy for about $1.
Decorating for Easter does not mean having to buy a lot of pricey decorations. A cute no-sew rice sock bunny is a perfect solution if you want an inexpensive decoration. The best part is, you get to add ribbons or use twine to customize your sock bunny any way you want.

No-Sew Rice Sock Bunny

DIY Grocery Bags

2017-10-28T06:24:00.000-07:00

photo by sew4home.com

Are you looking for ways to help the environment by changing the things you do or use? A lot of people who shop for groceries typically do not think about using their own grocery bags. If you want to stop bringing plastic grocery bags home, then you need to make DIY canvas grocery bags.

An old drop cloth or other type of heavy fabric can be used to make DIY canvas grocery bags. This is a great way to help the environment and do a craft project at home. One thing to keep in mind is some grocery stores may start charging for providing bags at the checkout.
Making your own DIY canvas grocery bags is not hard to do. The best thing is, you are able to decorate these bags anyway you want. You can use a stencil or even make a monogram. These bags may also be something you can make as a homemade gift. Instructions to make DIY canvas grocery bags are available on sew4home.com here...

DIY Grocery Bags

DIY Mini Felt Pumpkins

2017-10-28T04:30:00.001-07:00

photo by americanfeltandcraft.wordpress.com

Are you looking for a fun craft project to do now that fall is here? Halloween is coming up and you are more than likely going to put up some decorations. If you have a bit of fabric you want to use, then make some decorative DIY mini felt pumpkins.

Making a set of DIY mini felt pumpkins will not be that hard to do, but it is kind of time consuming. You will need to use a needle and thread to create your mini pumpkin. Orange fabric will be used for the project, as will embroidery thread. Make sure the thread matches your fabric.

Your DIY mini felt pumpkins can be filled with a cotton or even rice. Once the body is filled, you need to make and attach the stem. The stem can be glued into place or you can stitch it on. Adding a tag may be an option too, if you are making a homemade gift. Instructions to make DIY mini felt pumpkins are on americanfeltandcraft.wordpress.com here…

DIY Mini Felt Pumpkins

Craft Stick Spiders

2017-10-28T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by makingofamom.com

Making your own decorations for Halloween is a fun craft project to do with kids. There are many ideas that you can do at home as an afternoon craft project. Something that you may find interesting as a DIY idea is making craft stick spiders.
Making craft stick spiders is really easy to do and does not require a lot of supplies. You will just need some wooden craft sticks or popsicle sticks and a few other supplies. The best part is the spider can be painted any type of color. However, black is a common choice.
The body and eyes of your craft stick spiders will be made of felt. However, craft eyes might also an idea that can add a little bit of fun. You can find craft eyes on sites like Amazon. Add some string to hang a spider on the wall or you can even add a magnet. Instructions to make your own craft stick spiders are on makingofamom.com here...

Craft Stick Spiders

Homemade Soy Candles

2017-06-30T07:03:00.000-07:00

photo by sheknows.com

Do you enjoy burning scented candles in your home? One thing you may not know is that many of the scented candles found at most stores often contain questionable additives. A healthier solution is to make your own homemade soy candles as an alternative.

Making homemade soy candles at home is not as hard as you may think. In fact, all you will need is a pot for melting some soy wax flakes. There will be a few other things you need like wicks and scented oils, if you want to have your candles be scented. Vanilla and lavender are two good options.
You can use any type of glass jar for your homemade soy candles. Small mason jars are perfect to use, as they can easily be sealed to use as a gift. Something else to keep in mind is the option to use a fun color for your new soy candles. Instructions to make homemade soy candles are available on sheknows.com here...

Homemade Soy Candles

Homemade Canvas Grocery Bags

2017-05-08T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by fabyoubliss.com

Make DIY Canvas Grocery Bags

DIY Drawer Ottoman

2017-02-20T04:30:00.000-08:00

photo by theownerbuildernetwork.co

Do you have an old dresser that has seen better days, but the drawers can be saved? One way you have to reuse a drawer from a dresser is to make something that can be used in your home. A great option as an upcycling project is to make a DIY drawer ottoman.

Making a DIY drawer ottoman is not that complicated to do. You just need to make sure you obtain the materials and supplies that will be needed. This will include a piece of MDF, some foam, fabric, and an assortment of screws and nails. A hammer and also power drill will also be required.
There are many ways to modify a DIY drawer ottoman to meet your needs. Chair legs or old table legs can be added if you want to raise the ottoman up off the floor. You may also use casters or simply attach cuts pieces of 4x4 board to the bottom of the drawer. Instructions to make your own DIY drawer ottoman are on theownerbuildernetwork.co here…

DIY Drawer Ottoman

DIY Drying Rack

2017-01-12T04:30:00.000-08:00

photo by blog.homedepot.com

Do you have a lot of clothes that are delicate and not meant to be put in a dryer? If clothes will need to be air dried, finding a place to hang them can often be challenging. Hangers are often needed to hang a piece of clothing over a door or some other area. A better option is to make a DIY drying rack to use.
The best part about using a DIY drying rack is it folds up and will be easy to store when not being used. All of the materials that you will need for this project can be found at any home improvement store. This item is even something that can be used outside instead of using a clothesline.
This is such as a simple project to do, you might want to make a DIY drying rack for a family member or friend. If you are looking at options to reduce energy use in a home, air drying clothes is a great idea. You will just need an area you can set aside to dry clothing items you have washed. Instructions to make your own DIY drying rack are available on blog.homedepot.com here…

DIY Drying Rack

DIY Ribbon Holder

2016-12-02T04:30:00.000-08:00

photo by craftremedy.com

Do you have lots of ribbon spools that are taking up space in your craft room? Organizing these items might be necessary for you to know what you have. If you want a way to make ribbons easily accessible, you need to make a DIY ribbon holder.

There are a number of ways for you to make a DIY ribbon holder depending on what you may need for your craft room. A great idea is to make something that you can hang from a wall. A trip to a local craft store or a big box store like Walmart may be necessary.
You will need to have a small wooden shelf or tray to make a DIY ribbon holder. Curtain rods will be used as a holder for the ribbons so they are easy to access. If you don’t want to hang the holder on the wall, it can be placed on the floor or set up on a table. Instructions to make your own DIY ribbon holder are available on craftremedy.com here…

DIY Ribbon Holder

DIY Crate Bookshelf

2016-11-23T04:30:00.000-08:00

photo by taramichelleinteriors.ca

Are you looking for something that you can add to your living room or a bedroom for some extra storage? There are a variety of options that are available, if you want to spend a lot of money. However, you can easily save yourself some cash by making a DIY crate bookshelf.

Making a DIY crate bookshelf will not be a hard project to do. All you will need is about eight wooden crates and some screws. The most important thing will be deciding how big to make the bookshelf. Keep in mind a bookshelf can also be painted or stained to match the look of your home.

Depending on the types of crates you have for your DIY crate bookshelf, some sanding may need to be done. You can also leave them as is, if you want a bookshelf that looks rustic. You may also want to use screws to attach the bookshelf to a wall. Instructions to make your own DIY crate bookshelf are on taramichelleinteriors.ca here…

DIY Crate Bookshelf

DIY Drink Perch

2016-11-10T04:30:00.000-08:00

photo by francoisetmoi.com

Do you live in a small space or do not have a place where you can put a side table? A side table is good to have for keeping beverages and other items within arm's reach. If you want a way to keep a beverage on a couch, a perfect solution is a DIY drink perch.

A DIY drink perch is like a sleeve for the arm of your couch. It can even work with a recliner if you do not sit on your couch that often. This project is really easy to make and the best thing is you can use an assortment of scrap wood.

If you want to add a decorative element to your DIY drink perch, a lot of terrific options are available. A bit of tape and some paint are all you need to make some strips. Another option is to add a decal or a sporting team or anything else you like. Instructions to make your own DIY drink perch are on francoisetmoi.com here…

DIY Drink Perch

DIY Canned Food Organizer

2016-11-08T04:30:00.000-08:00

photo by classyclutter.net

Is your kitchen too small for a pantry and you are in desperate need of storage space? You may be surprised to know that room for extra storage may be available in a place you have overlooked. The space next to your refrigerator is ideal for a DIY canned food organizer.

A DIY canned food organizer is basically a small shelf that is on wheels. The basic design is for canned food or bottles, but can be used to store all sorts of products. All you will need is a bit of wood and hardware that you can find at any home improvement store. A power saw may be needed too.

The size of your canned food organizer will depend on the size of your refrigerator. You will want to have a design that matches the size so it appears built in. Caster will be added to the bottom of the DIY canned food organizer so it will slide in and out easily. Instructions to make your own DIY canned food organizer are on classyclutter.net here…

DIY Canned Food Organizer

DIY Belt Chair

2016-11-06T04:30:00.001-08:00

photo by shelterness.com

Do you have an old wooden chair with a seat that has seen better days? New upholstery may be all that is needed, but there are various other ways to make a repair. If you have some old belts you don’t wear, then an easy DIY belt chair may be ideal.

Doing a DIY belt chair is not that hard to do. The most difficult part will probably be all the weaving for the new seat section. If belts are not an option, then duct tape can also be used as an alternative. Just make sure that your belts have been tacked into place. This will require the use of a hammer.

Some stretching and pulling will be needed for a DIY belt chair. Something else you can do is use the clasps on the belts to keep them secure. However, cutting the belts with a knife may be better. You may even find a better customization to use. Instructions for how to make a DIY belt chair can be found on shelterness.com here…

DIY Belt Chair

5 Things To Know About Yelp For A Business Owner

2016-11-04T04:30:00.002-07:00

photo by thechattery.org

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Are you a small business owner who relies on customers to buy your products or services? If you don’t spend a lot of money on advertising, attracting customers needs to be done in other ways. One way that you can do this is to use an online marketing space like Yelp. Most of the visitors to the site are there to find a business where they can spend money. This means you may want to take a hard look at why your business needs to be listed on the site.

There have been a lot of negative press about the site, you may have read about that could be the reason you are holding off. This could include news about negative reviews and issues with the site’s business practices. However, the best course of action is to understand the site so you can make the best decision for your business. The easiest way to do this is to review some information about the site and how your business will benefit. How Do Business Owners Proceed? Yelp is primarily a business review site that was designed for customers. There are many businesses on the site that have been added by users. This could be a business owner or someone else, The main thing to remember is you will need to claim the listing for your business. Just follow the steps that are provided to verify your business. One of the very first things to do once your business listing is verified is to update any information that is old or out of date. If you are adding a new listing, make sure to include every bit of information there is about your business. This will include the address, phone number, hours of operation, menu items, to any specials. The more information you provide gives customers a reason to patronize your business. Yelp listing can be found on search engines like Google. This means you may make sure it is optimized for SEO. You should add some keywords for your business, anchor text, and other details that are found on a typical website. Check out their analytics page to get a better understanding of your market. If you want to help drive customers to your business, then local SEO will be important too. Search results that appear on Google or other search engines will display sites on Yelp if they include this information. Fun Fact - Do you know that shopping is the biggest category on Yelp and not restaurants? How To Encourage Positive Reviews? Once a Yelp listing is added and fully optimized, the next step for a business owner is to make sure they are getting good reviews. This is a tricky subject as business owners want to have the best reviews. One thing you should not do is entice customers to write positive reviews with discounts or other perks. The reviews need to be organic from customers who enjoyed their experience. There are many aspects of a business that customers will experience. One aspect that is more important than any other is customer service. Customers that have a pleasant experience are more likely to leave a positive review. You just need to find ways to make your customers feel special. Fun Fact - Do you know you can apply for a window decal if your ratings are overly positive? How To Address Negative Reviews? The worst thing for a business owner on Yelp to do is not address negative reviews. However, this does not mean making excuses or making the customer look bad. The goal is to respond to a negative review in a positive way. You want to create as much goodwill as possible as other users will see the responses to negative reviews. Hopefully, they can be persuaded to revise a negative review. If there is a problem with your store, then be upfront about it. Yelp users will know when a business owners is attempting to do their best with a customer. Fun Fact - Do you know the majority of the reviews on Yelp are 4 stars or above? What Is The Not Recommended Section? Some review on a Yelp page may be found in a not recommended section because they have flagged as suspect. This is due to Yelp using algorithms and filters to detect bias. The only way to find this section is to use a tiny link located at the bottom of the page. Unless someone really wants to read reviews that have been flagged, business owners should not worry that much. The main thing to keep in mind about reviews is they cannot be removed regardless if they are negative or positive. Fun Fact - Do you know that over 20 percent of reviews will be in the not recommend section? Should I Spend Money On The Site? Yelp offers a lot to business owners for free, but a lot more is available. Business owners have features that can be used if they want to spend money on marketing. If you want to have a sponsored listing on the site, then be prepared to pay at least $350 or maybe even more. However, there is a good chance that you may not get the return on your investment that is expected. On the other hand, an ad that is well designed is likely to attract people who may become return customers. All it takes is one or two customers to establish a long-term relationship with your business that is profitable. Fun Fact - Do you know there is a correlation between a Yelp store rating and revenue? A business owner will have a lot to process when they want to add a new business listing to Yelp. You have many options to consider depending on how you want to use the site. One hing that may be helpful if you want to get people to leave reviews is to provide a link on a receipt or business card. Customers of a business will likely use a smartphone or tablet to access the site. This means they can leave a positive or negative review within minutes of leaving your business.

DIY Rustic Sailboat

2016-11-02T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by houseofhawthornes.com

Would you like to make something decorative for your home with a nautical theme? There are a lot of interesting ideas you can do that require rope and other material. Some leftover fabric and a tree branch are all you need to make a DIY rustic sailboat.

The best part about making a DIY rustic sailboat is you do not need a lot of supplies. You can easily do this in an afternoon if you want something to do on a rainy day. One thing to keep in mind is you might need a saw to cut a piece of tree branch to use for this project.

A piece of scrap wood can be used to make a DIY rustic sailboat too, if you can’t find a tree branch that is suitable. A bit of thread is all you need to attach the fabric for the sail. This will be a perfect to have as a display piece for your home or as a homemade gift.

Instructions to make your own DIY rustic sailboat are available on houseofhawthornes.com here…

DIY Rustic Sailboat

DIY Leaf Bowl

2016-10-31T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by instructables.com

Do you have a lot of leaves that cover your yard during the fall? The worst part about leaves is having to rake them up to put in a recycle bag or to use to stuff outdoor decorations. But, a clever way for you to use some of your leaves is to make a DIY leaf bowl.

The process to make a DIY leaf bowl is not that complicated. In fact, you do not need many supplies to make your own bowl at home. The best part is you get to use balloons for this project. The balloon will be used as the shape and size of your bow.

Modge podge will be used as the binder to hold your DIY bowl together. All you need to do is decide on what types of leaves you want to use. Maple leaves are a good option for you to use as they can be pretty big and can be really colorful.

Instructions to make your own DIY leaf bowl can be found on instructables.com here…

DIY Leaf Bowl

DIY Coffee Mug Rack

2016-10-29T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by onelittlebirdblog.com

Are you looking for something rustic and functional you can use in your home. If you like to find ways to upcycle, then lots of awesome ideas are available. Something that just might be perfect for your home will be a DIY coffee mug rack.

Making a DIY coffee mug rack is not all that hard, but will require using a power saw. The reason you are using a power saw is you need to cut up a pallet. Sure, you can just as easily build your rack from scrap wood, but a pallet requires no assembly.

The most important part of a DIY coffee mug rack is the hooks. You can easily find all types of hooks for this project as any home improvement store. One thing to keep in mind is you will likely need a power drill to attach the hooks. Once this is done, you just need to decide where you want to hang it. Instructions to make a DIY coffee mug rack are available on onelittlebirdblog.com here…

DIY Coffee Mug Rack

Upcycled DIY Display Case

2016-10-27T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by hometalk.com

Do you have an old desk or even a sewing machine table that has seen better days? This type of item is ideal to use for many kinds of DIY projects. If the table has usable shelves, then you may want to make an upcycled DIY display case.

Making an upcycled DIY display case is a great way to reuse an old piece of furniture. The process will not be that difficult as you as you ruin any piece when taking it apart. All you will need is some nails or maybe some screws to assemble the display case. You may want to use a power drill.

One thing to keep in mind about an upcycled DIY display case is how it will look. You might want to use some sandpaper to prepare the wood for some new paint or stain. The final part of this task is to find an area in your home to put it. Instructions to make an upcycled DIY display case can be found on hometalk.com here…

Upcycled DIY Display Case

Yarn Turkey Basket

2016-10-25T04:30:00.000-07:00

photo by mooglyblog.com

Are you looking for a craft project you can make as a fall decoration or for a table setting? There many types of projects you can make depending on the material you want to use. If you want to use yarn as a material, then a yarn turkey basket may be perfect.

A yarn turkey basket can have all types of uses. You can make one as a pin cushion or to have to use as a container for candy or even dinner rolls. All you need to do is follow the pattern that needs to be used for this project. Make sure you have enough yarn for the project too.

Making your own yarn turkey basket will require a bit of knowledge or crocheting. You also require an assortment of hooks for the yarn you will be using. The best part is you can add all sorts of options if a basket is being made as a gift. Instructions to make a yarn turkey basket are available on mooglyblog.com here…