Dana shares his favorite DIY hiking sticks and the history behind them. Back in the day growing up in the steep hills and wooded bluffs of the Mississippi and Wisconsin Rivers, a hiking stick was picked up when the going got rough or slippery and was discarded in the woods when no longer needed. Later on I had a "shroom stick," just an old yellow broom stick that I used … [Read more...]
DIY Finger Knit Scarf
How to knit a scarf just using your fingers! Guest Post by Jamie Winter is coming and I think we have all learned from the brutal winter we had last year that you can never have too many scarves. If you don't have the budget to buy your scarves, don't worry...you can make your own! Don't knit? That is totally OK because you don't need to know how to knit. … [Read more...]
DIY Holiday/Party Pom Pom Garland
Whether it is the holidays or a special party you are hosting any time of the year, garland makes a very festive and inexpensive way to decorate your home. Pom pom garland is easy to make and requires very few supplies and can easily add just the right touch to brighten up your home or party . Supplies: Skein of yarn Scissors Needle (I used a doll needle since the … [Read more...]
DIY Cinnamon Stick Votive Holder
Do you love the smell of cinnamon? Crafting with cinnamon sticks can be a lot of fun, and create something that not only looks great but smells great too. Take a look below at how we crafted a cinnamon stick votive holder, perfect for adding to your holiday home décor. Making your own cinnamon stick votive holder is easy, so keep reading to see how you can get … [Read more...]
DIY Ladybug Planter Yard Art
Every gardener knows the superstition that seeing a ladybug will bring good luck. It is hardly surprising that these beautiful creatures are so welcome in the landscape: one ladybug will eat thousands of bugs that harm vegetables and flowers. Their stylish coats- bright red wings with distinctive black dots- charm both young and old alike. You don’t have to rely on Mother … [Read more...]
3 Easy DIY Projects for You and Your Kids
The family that plays together may stay together, but the family that does home improvement together not only stays together, but makes their house look a lot nicer as well. It's never too early to start teaching your kids the basics of DIY, and if you're creative enough about it fixing up your home can keep even the most rambunctious children entertained for hours – and they … [Read more...]