I'm generally a low tox kind of girl. The switch started a long time ago, mainly due to my worsening allergies. So over the years, I've become more conscious of what I choose to put in and on my body or use around the house. These are the only ants I want in my house! I don't wear perfume or use anything with a fragrance. And I clean with vinegar and lemons whenever possible. I try to find a natural solution to whatever problem I'm trying to solve...and when I can't I look for the least offensive product . Because let's face it, sometimes all natural isn't really an option, but I like to get close. That's how I found the most effective way to get rid of ants in my house.

I'm a huge fan of upcycling. There's something about taking an old, thrifted or discarded item and giving it new purpose. New form. And new life. Of course, that's not new news. I share my thrift store transformations often. However, what may not be as obvious, is the fact that, very often, the same item will receive multiple makeovers while in my possession. I get bored or come up with a fresh take and I dive in. Again.

This weekend, April showed up in all its glory in my neck of the woods. Yes, I know we were technically several days in, but Saturday and Sunday were quintessentially April. There were showers and flowers.  And Easter! When I was little, Easter was probably my second favorite holiday of the year.

I'm a big sale shopper. Especially when it comes to craft supplies.  Sometimes, I catch a promotion and buy them before a holiday, with the intention of using them to decorate right away. Other times, I pick them up on clearance, with the hopes of using them the following year. Unfortunately, a lot of times what really happens is they get added to the craft closet ...never be seen again. Well, this year, I decided it was time to remedy that. My goal is to dig into all those sale purchases and finally make the time to make the crafts . And this uninspired, plastic diorama egg is on the docket for today. It stands 10" tall and I grabbed it way back in 2023, when I made my DIY Designer Easter Eggs . It's been tucked away for 3 years, sharing space with these napkins. Too long. So I put on an old movie - The Great Lie, with Bette Davis and Mary Astor - and got busy. I started by separating the layers of my floral napkin...careful to remove both backing layers from the printed ...

My husband and I are pretty boring weekenders. Our predictable Saturdays usually include a walk on the waterfront, a few hours down at the beach, game night or dinner with friends and of course a few DIYs around the house. And if we're really feeling adventurous, we might hit the local odd lot store to poke around. It's almost as exciting as thrifting , because you truly never know what you're going to find.  For example, a few weeks ago I was wandering down the kitchen aisle and found this darling spring table runner for $7.99.

Have tons of old ribbon in your craft stash? Short pieces and mixed patterns? Why not use them to make a lovely, scrap ribbon bow for a wreath or gift package. Here's a quick how to and inspiration for your next DIY. Last week, I ended up at Hobby Lobby, looking for a few Easter napkins and walked out with this wreath. Isn't it fabulous? So bright, so cheerful. So perfect for spring...and 40% off to boot. Score! Except. It didn't have a bow.

Have you seen that trend where someone takes a baby proofing outlet cover, hot glues it to the back of a picture and sticks it into the outlet to cover it up? Well, like most ideas, it's not really new.  Just one that's been reinvigorated thanks to the magic of TikTok. Now, I'm not usually a trend follower , but this DIY has been on my list for years.