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Making a Lid Spoon - eating

Making a Lid SpoonIf you forget to bring a spoon for your cup of applesauce don't worry. With a few simple folds, you can quickly convert the foil lid into a handy little spoon. This spoon works so well you might even choose to forego the spoon next time to save on dishes!

A turban towel on a green mannequin head

One-Seam Bath Towel Turban CraftWe all love to wrap a towel around our freshly washed hair before we dash to the kitchen to start breakfast or whatever, but halfway there the towel is already coming loose. Use one of your extra towels to make this simple and fast turban that will stay in place.

finished booster with concave part facing camera

Handmade Wifi Signal BoosterWith just a few supplies that you have laying around the house, you can make a signal booster for your wifi.

finished products in decorated bottles

Homemade Mouth Rinse and Tooth PowderWould you like to stop putting harmful, unwanted chemicals into your body? Would you like to save loads of money every month? Well I did. Some of the ingredients in commercial oral care products are simply terrible for you! On the other hand, organic versions at health food stores are obscenely expensive.

Making a Paper Clip Phone Stand - phone on stand with pencil next to it

Making a Paper Clip Phone StandI have created phone stands previously, but this one could be the super easiest. I don't have to provide too many crafting materials and I can make this anywhere with my bare hands. At least if you need one anywhere just bring a large paper clip with you.

A homemade bamboo cuticle stick next to a store bought one.

Homemade Cuticle SticksI still do my nails at home and part of my thrifty routine is to remove the cuticles by soaking my hand in soapy water then you gently push back and shape the cuticles with a cuticle stick. What if I don't have a cuticle stick, well, I just make one in a jiffy out of a bamboo skewer!

Popcorn Kernel Jar Secret Safe - cash inside the inner water bottle

Popcorn Kernel Jar Secret SafeNeed a place to hide your valuables? Try making my secret diversion safe that looks like a full jar of popcorn kernels! It costs about $1.00 to make, which is so much cheaper than diversion safes carried at spy and detective shops. Don't have popcorn? You can use: lentils, beans, bran flakes, etc.

Mint Lime Sugar Scrub - add ingredients to a bowl and mix well

Mint Lime Sugar ScrubSugar scrubs are expensive to buy, but easy and cheap to make. If you grow your own mint, it will be even cheaper. This is for the body, not the face. It makes a thoughtful gift.

Raising a TV with a Modified Tray - view of tray with TV above and boxes below on table top

Raising a TV with a Modified TrayI lowered my computer monitors which were on two trays with fold up legs.

DIY Moldable Silicone Clay - refrigerator pen holder and repaired charging cord

DIY Moldable Silicone ClayMoldable silicone clay is an absolute game changer for DIY types and craft fanatics. It's a putty you mold into any shape, let dry, and it stays put, but is 100% flexible. I used to spend about $20 for a tiny pack of the leading brand of silicone clay called Sugru, but now I make my own with two ingredients.

DIY Hot Hair Tools Holder - finished holder

DIY Hot Hair Tools HolderI love this do-it-yourself craft because it's so easy to make and keeps my bathroom looking organized. Not only does it tidy things up, the oven mitt inside the tubing doubles as a place to hold your hot hair tool while it's still warm. No more melting stuff laying nearby your curling iron!

DIY Outdoor Plastic Bottle Handwashing Station - hand under a stream of water

DIY Outdoor Plastic Bottle Handwashing StationThis is a genius idea for any outdoor situation where you might need to wash your hands if you are not near to a water supply.

Drinking Straw as Small Travel Containers - straws containing toothpaste, conditioner, and shampoo

Drinking Straw as Small Travel ContainersSince traveling to me was so exciting, I have this tip for using drinking straw as containers. They can be easily kept inside our traveling bags!

Recycled Yard Signs - taping edges

Recycled Yard SignsThere are two kind of yard signs you can make.

spraying on arm

Homemade Mint and Geranium SpraysAll you need to make these two sprays are mint leaves, geranium leaves, water and spray bottles.

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Homemade Stylus Pen

Homemade Stylus PenStylus pens are a coveted item for people who have touchscreen devices. They help preserve the screen and help people who have large fingers be able to have more accuracy when texting and selecting things on the small screen.

putting insole into show3

DIY Yoga Mat InsolesBy taking a yoga mat, you can make several custom made insoles. They are comfortable plus free if you already have a mat.

Mason Jar Match Dispenser

Mason Jar Match DispenserThis Mason jar match dispenser is sturdier than those cardboard boxes they come in. You could even decorate the jar to disguise what's inside.

Spray bottle filled and decorated.

Lavender Under-Arm SprayDid you know that sweat doesn't stink? Odors come because old sweat forms a breeding ground for bacteria. To avoid odors, you just have to keep your armpits clean! Use this between showers and after exertion. Shake the bottle before each use and pat dry afterwards.

finished jar of scrub

Multi-Purpose Lavender Oil ScrubThis is an all natural, delightful smelling scrub. It works wonderfully to exfoliate your skin from your face to your toes. After I used this on my face I couldn't believe how soft my skin was! And no more dry skin.

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Rice Ice PackThis is a simple and quick project. We keep ours in the freezer and they are always ready for the large amount of boo boos in our house. They always seem to make the kids feel better. You can use scraps of material, since you don't need too much.

vintage perfume bottle

Champagne PerfumeA great gift for the love of your life, the person who has everything, or even to go with a special event like favors at a bridal shower.

homemade boogie wipes

Homemade Boogie WipesThe little packages of boogie wipes are nice, but expensive for what you get, they are also too large in my opinion. I decided to make my own out of diaper wipes.

Cut Down Crystal Light Canisters For Smaller ContainersYou can cut the canister down to whatever size you need and the lid will still fit. My brother showed me this the other day. He gave me an assortment of drill bits and put them in a little plastic holder.

Filler for Gift BasketsIf you save all your gift wrap paper, here's a great use for it. Put it through a paper shredder and use it as your filler. Match the color to the theme of your basket.

Green ribbon headband with elastic section.

Ribbon HeadbandsI have tried three different styles of ribbon head bands. You will have to decide which one works best for you. Measure your ribbon a little over 1/2 a yard around your own head or head of the person you want it to fit so there is about 1 - 2 inch space between the two ends.

Make Your Own Picnic Blanket for LessI saw a picnic blanket at Walmart for $14.96. After carefully examining this blanket I have decided that it can be made for a lot less.

plastic bag holder

Make Your Own Bag HolderBag holder for picking up litter! We found all of these materials at Home Depot. Insert the aluminum rod into the vinyl tubing. A quick way to do this is with the use of an air compressor. Blow air into the tubing while someone else pushes the rod into the tubing.

Soap Holder Purse

Soap Holder PurseI made these decorative soap holders for my daughter's shower. Kind of resembles a purse. Start with two different colored face cloths. Place white in middle rolled in together.

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