Easy, Cheap 4th of July Picnic or Party Tips

4th of July is also called Independence Day. I propose that if you're hosting a party, you give your self some independence--from work! Do you dread picnics and holidays because you and your hubby constantly serve kids, wait on the elderly relatives, clean up and never relax? That's not liberty; it's tyranny! Here's my diy 4th of July party planner and buffet guide; it ensures that host and hostess have some fun on the 4th too! 4th of July Picnic or Party Buffet Tips

Homemade Heart-Shaped Cupcakes, DIY Cookie Cutters, Valentine Treats

Well, little last-minute Lucy Lou has struck again. She volunteered you to make three dozen cupcakes (pink, heart-shaped, with sprinkles, please) for her class Valentine's Day party--tomorrow! And when does she spring this news? 9 p.m., Valentine Eve! No time to go to the store. I'm nothing if not the queen of improv. Here are super-fast, last-minute, homemade treat recipes made with on-hand ingredients. I've included DIY heart-shaped snacks and improvised frosting, sprinkles and decoration tips. Cupid will love you and so will all the children in your child's class! Homemade Valentine Treat Recipes, DIY Heart-Shaped Cupcakes, Cookies

Easy DIY Job Saves Us $800 a Year: Cheap Kids Haircuts at Home

As a mom of four, I'm always looking for ways to trim costs. With exceptions, do-it-yourself projects are a great way to save. Homemade options that require big time investments don't save--time is money. Here's one easy, quick, DIY job that saved us at least $800 a year when the kids were young: home haircuts.  Money Saving with Cheap Home Haircuts

How to Import Blog Posts From Blogger to Wordpress

Do you blog with Google Blogger (Blogspot) and Wordpress? Did you know that Wordpress makes a handy import utility which allows you to import all your blog posts, pictures, keywords, tags and attachments from your blogger blog to your Wordpress blog? Here's how...

How to Keep Toilets and Sewer Lines Free of Tree Roots

How to Keep Toilets from Clogging and Prevent Tree Root Growth in Sewer Pipes
Toilets clog for many reasons. One common cause of plugged toilets and clogged sewer lines is that tree and plant roots grow in and around underground plumbing and sewers. Here are two handy DIY ways to keep tree roots from clogging the sewer.
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DIY Home Maintenance Tips

Quick Tips for Home Maintenance that Will Save You Money and Make You Safer
Save money, live green, be safe, be healthy and live better with these cleaning, repair, home maintenance and yard care tips. Improve the performance and safety of your appliances and saving money at home.
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Easy DIY Halloween Costumes

Easy DIY Polar Fleece Halloween Costume
DIY guide to make a basic costume with polar fleece. Detailed tips to add accessories and parts for many unique and individual styles. Easy to make and inexpensive. Green, too!
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How to Fix Ugly Walls

How to Fix Ugly or Damaged Walls
How-to guide for refurbishing damaged, scuffed walls using paint, borders and appliques. Easy DIY tips for a simple, inexpensive
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Creating Custom Shelving

How to Build Custom Shelving for Any Room
Shelving is a necessity for any room. Shelving is decorative, functional and practical. Here are several DIY projects to add different shelving to any room.
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DIY Disney Princess Bedroom Theme

Design a Disney Princess Bedroom Theme Do you have a Disney Princess fan in your home? Design an enchanted bedroom based on Disney princesses for your own little princess. Use this complete DIY guide to make your child's bedroom into a Disney princess dream! Read More