This little kid’s skinny booty is really handy in a lot of ways. He’s no trouble to lift and carry around since he’s barely over 35 pounds, and he’s so scrawny that he can still sit in a bumbo seat…
Cross stitch iPhone case
I found this fantastic iPhone case at WalMart, and I knew immediately what I wanted to do with it. There are now several different versions on the market, but since this is made by Coats (the thread and zipper people)…
Root Beer Rice Pudding
When I was in cooking school, one of my chef’s mantras was “Never miss an opportunity for flavor.” He hated cooking in water because it was flavorless. He’d boil potatoes in milk, cook rice with chicken broth, and for pasta…
DIY Dollar Store Hanging Baskets
These hanging baskets can’t get cheaper and add a gorgeous pop of color to your front porch. Today I’m sneaking in one last summer project before I turn my attention to the changing seasons. This move has changed everything about…
New Bra Day!
Admit it. You’re wearing something raggedy under there. I was too. But not anymore. I just got these at Target, so they cost me $19.99 a piece. Some day I’ll own really fancy bras that don’t let anything move around,…
Tips for shopping on Craigslist
After moving as much as I have, which means outfitting a new house with different needs every time, and sharing all my finds here, I’ve finally gotten around to listening to those of you who have asked for my best…
Year of Pleasures: 1000 Cones
For years and years I’ve been promoting the work of the fine folks at Maximum Fun, and I don’t see that changing anytime soon. Where else do you find such reliable warmth? I was happy to donate to the kickstarter…
DIY Plant Stand out of Pallets
I did it! By the end of the day I was a sore, sweaty, mess. But in one day I built three pieces of outdoor furniture for absolutely nothing. And I did my part to save the planet by keeping…
DIY Table out of Pallets
Next up in my 5 pallet, 3 projects, 1 day challenge, a patio side table! This backyard needs a whole lot of furniture. Like, a lot, a lot. Which takes more money than I have, even with the best Craigslist…
DIY Compost Bin out of pallets
This backyard that I keep going on and on about, the backyard that has changed the way our family lives and made all of Atti’s dreams come true, also offered me a ton of projects to get done. I mean…