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DIY Advent Calendar

April 9, 2018December 8, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

Make your own easy DIY advent calendar. This is a quick project and pretty simple. I was on top of things for Halloween, but I am SO BEHIND on Christmas decorating and items. It’s December 8 and I haven’t taken Christmas photos yet to make up cards. I’m guessing cards may not happen this year. … Read more

DIY Grocery Bag Holders

August 26, 2025November 21, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

Grocery bag holders are easy to sew gifts for family and friends.

Grocery bag holders are easy to sew. Here are 6 that were made for gifts.

How to make grocery bag holders. You can store lots of plastic bags in these until you’re ready to reuse them. These make fantastic gifts for the holidays and are quick to make!

How to Make a Reusable Garbage Bag for Your Car

February 20, 2020November 10, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

How to sew a garbage bag for your vehicle. This has an open rim made from an upcycled wire hanger so it makes it easy for kids to toss their garbage- without leaving their car seat. These would make great gifts for the holidays! I have discovered something… my kids have no problem throwing their … Read more

DIY Storage Shelving for Our Shed

January 31, 2022October 22, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

How to build easy, affordable shelving for your shed, storage area, or garage. This was an easy DIY for storage and didn’t take a lot of time. We were also able to fit the wood into our minivan. We purchased a great shed … Read more

Plastic Playhouse Makeover: How to Paint Plastic

November 19, 2021August 19, 2015 by Danielle Pientka

.How to paint a plastic playhouse to add character and make it unique. Such an easy DIY to keep this Little Tikes house out of the landfill!