DIY Decorative Napkin Basket

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When spring and summer roll around the state of your outdoor decor gets a harsh light thrown on it. The ravages of winter made it easy to forget your ever-growing to-do list for you deck, garden, and yard. I recently scored these awesome shallow, square baskets at a thrift store 4 of them for $1 and I immediately knew what I wanted to do with them.  We entertain a lot in the summer and I wanted a cute little basket that could go on the outdoor table to hold napkins.  Add these baskets to my amazing Hazel & Ruby stencil clearance find and I was ready to make this DIY decorative napkin basket!

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DIY Decorative Napkin Basket Materials

 

 

Step 1

Spray your basket with the surface sealer and allow it to dry completely.

 

 

Step 2

Cover the entire inside bottom liberally with your acrylic paint.  Let it dry (usually at least 1 hour).

 

Step 3

Place your stencil over where you have painted and spray with the metallic spray paint.  Allow it to dry completely and add a second coat if needed.  Do this for both sides so that the entire basket is painted, being sure to allow each coat to dry completely before applying more.

 

 

Step 4

Spray your sealant, being sure to complete cover the basket (both sides).  Also allow this to dry completely.

This is so super easy to make. Once you’re done you want to have fun summer BBQ just to show it off! Find even more summer ideas here.

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Cheesy Taco Rollups

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Lunch time creeps up on us around here sometimes and I don’t buy much quickly prepared food. I can’t remember the last time we had Mac-n-Cheese in the pantry.  I typically keep little containers of leftover meals in the fridge so all I have to do is heat it up and they have a balanced meal for lunch. Sometimes there aren’t any leftovers and instead I will whip up these taco roll-ups for the kids.  They absolutely love them and always clean their plates (veggies included) when they get these.  Plus, they are super easy and super quick.  Great for when you’re short on time.

 

 

You know easy lunches are the best, especially with little ones running around your house. You can make Ranch Chicken Sandwhiches, Mini Freezer Pot Pies, and Homemade Chicken Nuggets as easy meals to turn to every day. When those aren’t available for you a quick fix is needed. These cheesy taco rollups are seriously the easiest lunch to throw together. Kids go nuts for these and they’ll probably ask you for them all of the time. 

 

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Cheesy Taco Rollups Ingredients

 

Step 1

Place about ¼ cup of cheese on your tortillas and sprinkle some taco seasoning on top.

 

Step 2

Roll up the tortillas and place seam side down on a microwavable plate.

 

Step 3

Microwave for 2 minutes and serve.

Makes

Four Taco Rollups

You will be glad to have this little recipe in your lunch time arsenal. Cheesy taco rollups are also great for on the go. Once the cheese is melty, it is less of mess in your car. You can get more awesome tips to save money on food on the go and make life much easier and frugal! Be sure to follow us on Facebook and never miss a recipe!

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DIY Magnetic To-Do Frame with Free Printable

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I go through post-its like crazy because of my constantly growing to-do list.  I needed something more fluid and I wanted to stop using so much paper (again, good for the wallet and good for the world).  I see people making dry erase calendars using re-purposed frames all the time, so why not use it to get more organized?  Love it!  This DIY magnetic to-do frame is super easy to make and can serve multiple purposes.  Use the frame to hold notes or to hold papers you are typing as well as keep your to-do list right where you need it!

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Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

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Materials

Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

Step 1

Spray both sides of your metal frame with the metallic spray paint.  Allow for paint to dry completely on the first side before switching to the other.

Step 2

While the paint is drying, prepare your 4×6 frame by removing the glass and any inserts.

 

Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

Step 3

After the metal frame has dried, put a strip of E6000 all the way around the front side of the 4X6 frame.

 

Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

Step 4

Place the painted metal frame on top of the glue.

**Tip: Be sure to clean up any drips because the glue can cause the paint to run.

 

Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

Step 5

Allow the frame to dry flat for 24 hours.

Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

Step 6

Print out your free printable and cut out the list of your choice.

 

Stay on top of your to-do list with this easy magnetic frame (with free printables).

Step 7

Reassemble your frame, placing your insert inside.

Now you have another great tool to help you stay on top of things!  The best part is you can use magnets to hold notes, photos, and reminders to your to-do frame!

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