12 Easy Sewing Projects You Can Make Now + MM 192

It’s time to pull out the sewing machine and save money with these 12 easy sewing projects you can make now. Sewing your own clothes and décor is an easy way to boost your savings. 

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When is the last time you pulled out your sewing machine? I admit that most of the time I opt to hand sew my projects instead of pulling out my sewing machine. If you’ve been following along then you know we are working hard to get out of debt and that means finding more ways to be frugal.

Child's hand holding a tan wallet

DIY Wallets for Kids (Life Sew Savory)

Give your kids somewhere to store all of that allowance with this easy DIY. You can easily customize it to their individual tastes with fabric and colors.

 

Hedgehog pin holder with pins in the back

DIY Hedgehog Pin Cushion (DIY Home Sweet Home)

How stinking adorable is this little guy? There’s no reason your pin storage can’t be cute as well as functional.

 

Close up of man's chest with a blue flower boutteniere

Fabric Flower Boutonnieres (Blowing Away Out West)

This project is perfect for proms and weddings. Make a beautiful accessory on a budget with this tutorial.

 

Plaid Post-It Note holder with pink ribbon and a red heart

Easy Oilcloth Post-It Note Holder (Bombshell Bling)

Are there any other Post-It addicts out there? Give them an adorable home with this easy sewing project.

 

DIY Llama Puppet on Finger

Llama Finger Puppet (The Country Chic Cottage)

Being on a tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t still surprise the kiddos with toys. This easy finger puppet lets them get creative and have fun!

 

Quilted Heart Throws Pillows

Quilted Sweetheart Pillow (Gluesticks Blog)

Could your couch use a refresh? It’s easily done with this gorgeous quilted pillow.

 

Little girl by a play kitchen wearing an apron and oven mitt

Kids Oven Mitt Free Pattern (Life Sew Savory)

Here’s another great DIY for kids’ pretend play. Get ready for lots of pretend dinners at home when you make this easy craft.

 

Close up of Star Wars Sleep Shorts

Easy Star Wars Sleep Shorts (DIY Adulation)

Clothing costs can be a huge hit to your budget. Make your own awesome clothes like these easy shorts.

 

Colorful Boho throw pillows on a couch

DIY Boho Moroccan Pillow (Made in a Day)

If the quilted look isn’t your style, then make this boho Moroccan pillow instead for your living room. The bright colors are sure to give your home the update you want on the budget you have.

 

Felt bacon and eggs play food

Felt Food Bacon and Eggs Sunny Side Up (Intelligent Domestications)

These felt foods are the perfect accessory to the oven mitt above. Kids will love “frying” up some bacon and eggs to serve at your pretend meals.

 

Orange fruit slice pouf on the floor

DIY Fruit Slice Pouf (Two Purple Couches)

Does it get any fresher than this awesome pouf? Brighten up that dark corner in your home with this gorgeous DIY!

 

Camera with DIY strap attached to it

DIY Camera Strap (Inside the Fox Den)

Need a new camera strap? Don’t go out and buy one. Instead, check out this easy tutorial to make it yourself.

 

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When you’re paying off debt and trying to live frugally it is time to get reacquainted with that old sewing machine. Pull it out and start saving even more money with these 12 easy sewing projects. You can even start planning for a homemade Christmas this year by making these projects. Then check out the Merry Monday link party below to find even more awesome projects that save you money. Don’t forget if you’re struggling to make a budget I have a strategy to teach you How to Budget When You’re Overwhelmed. It doesn’t have to be confusing, complicated, or hard. I’ll show you how.

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Awesome Wood Projects to Make for Your Home + MM 191

Could your home use a refresh this spring? After the snow finally starts to melt away, you want to bring that freshness into your home. If you don’t think it’s in the budget I have a surprise for you. These awesome wood projects to make for your home let you refresh your décor and furniture on a small budget. Entryway table vignette, wooden farmhouse frame in center, x-bench at foot of bed to the right with text overlay above: Awesome wood projects to make for your home

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Whether you’re looking for new furniture ideas or projects to get you more organized, you’ll find them below. Then stick around for this week’s Merry Monday link party and find more awesome DIY’s for your home!

White wooden board mounted on a wall with black coat hooks on it

1 Hour Coat Rack (Farmhouse 40)

Are you ready to wrangle those coats as soon as you walk in the door? This easy coat rack will help you do just that.

Giant framed pegboard with craft supplies organized on them

Easy Framed Pegboard (My Pinterventures)

Last week I shared a smaller framed pegboard perfect for a small craft area. This one is great to organize in a larger space to organize your craft tools.

Wooden plank with 2 photos clipped at the bottom and the words Simply Blessed at the top

Double Photo Frame (The Country Chic Cottage)

This adorable DIY is perfect to easily display and change out your family photos. It also makes a fantastic gift idea for friends and family.

Pink and purple flowers in a tiered wooden planter box

$10 Tiered Planter Box Plans Tutorial (Anika’s DIY Life)

Don’t forget about the porch when you update your home for spring. This planter box is budget-friendly and gorgeous!

Styled wooden and metal entry table next to an open door

DIY Console Table (Love and Renovations)

When buying new furniture isn’t in the budget, DIY it. This console table is clean and sleek. Find out how easy it is to make at home at the link above.

Wooden welcome home sign with farmhouse frame and green wreath below

Modern Farmhouse Picture Frame (Salvage Sister and Mister)

This easy upcycle is great for farmhouse décor but it also works for a botanical gallery wall. Make it in several different sizes for a gorgeous focal point in your home.

Wooden x-bench with upholstered seat at the foot of a bed

DIY Upholstered X-Bench (Anika’s DIY Life)

Anyone else dying for a gorgeous bench at the foot of the bed? Make your own with this fantastic tutorial.

White dog bowl stand with attached banner that says Molly

DIY Dog Bowl Stand (Two Purple Couches)

Remember to refresh your pet’s corner of the home. This DIY dog bowl stand is an easy project that gets you organized and spruces the pet corner.

Wooden curtain rod close up in metal bracket on the wall

Knockoff West Elm Curtain Rods (Gross to Grandiose)

A small budget doesn’t have to limit your curtains to hanging out on white metal rods. This West Elm knockoff is a gorgeous budget-friendly solution.

Distressed white wooden tray styled with decorative orbs and vase of flowers

DIY Wood Tray (A Fresh Squeezed Life)

I never get tired of seeing all of the different takes on wood trays. This one is especially gorgeous but still crazy easy to make.

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Yay! Now you can refresh your home for spring without breaking the bank. Which one of these awesome wood projects to make for your home is your favorite? There will definitely be some of those farmhouse picture frames in my home this spring. I think they would look great in a botanical bathroom makeover. I’m officially inspired. Now, let’s keep that inspiration going with the Merry Monday link party! Thank you so much for stopping by to party with us every week!

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Clever Upcycles to Get Your Home Organized + MM 190

Get organized on a budget with these clever upcycles to get your home organized. These awesome ideas prove that you don’t have to spend a fortune on fancy organization products to wrangle your stuff. Instead, you can find items you already have around the house and turn them into functional pieces that keep everything where you need it.

Upcycled Organization Ideas Collage

 

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You see me write a lot about how being organized saves you money. It keeps you from unnecessary purchases, makes your life run more smoothly, and frankly is good for your piece of mind. Now, you can save money while you get organized with these clever upcycles to get your home organized.

 

Coastal Rectangle Receipt Holder on a Table

Coastal Box for Saving Receipts (Across the Blvd)

Now that tax time is here, a lot of people are scrambling to get all of their financial documents and receipts in order. This beautiful DIY will make finding those receipts a breeze next year.

 

Framed Peg Board with Craft Supplies Organized on it

DIY Framed Pegboard (Intelligent Domestications)

Anyone else need more organized craft supplies? Then this upcycle is for you! It is amazing how much you can fit in a small space when it is well organized.

 

Mini Dresser Organizer between office supply organizers on a desk

DIY Desk Organizer (Domestically Creative)

Speaking of the office, this adorable little upcycle is perfect for organizing your stamps, paper clips, and other small office supplies neatly on your desk.

 

Blue Decorative Container with the words Trash Bags on it

Trash Bag Storage Dispenser/Container (Chas’ Crazy Creations)

We usually keep our trash bags in the box they came in. It works as far as organization goes but this easy upcycle would save us much more space under our sink. Find out how easy it is to make at the link above!

 

Hanging Wooden Chalkboard with magnetic notes on it and towels hanging on the hooks

Easy DIY Magnetic Chalkboard for the Kitchen (Anika’s DIY Life)

Okay, not only does this help you organize your kitchen but it is also gorgeous while doing it. Can’t you already picture it hanging on your wall?

 

Hand Lifting Edge of Large Folder with Stencils inside

How to Store and Organize Stencils (H2O Bungalow)

This DIY isn’t technically an upcycle but it’s so clever I had to include it. Finally organize all of your stencils in an effective and beautiful way with this tutorial.

 

3 Metal Keys with Confetti Covered Tops

Colorful Confetti Keys (Sparkle Living)

Wondering how this tutorial helps get you organized? When you use a different confetti on each key it becomes fun a color-coded system for your keys. No more trying them all to figure out which one goes to the garage or the shed.

 

Jars of Nail Polish Organized on a Spice Rack

How to Make a Nail Polish Rack (Duct Tape & Denim)

Do you have an old spice rack lying around? Turn it into useful storage for all of those nail polish jars with this easy upcycled idea!

 

Upcycled Organization Ideas Collage

Now you can save money while you organize. These clever upcycles to get your home organized are easy to make and inexpensive. Think of how much time you will save when you don’t have to go searching through the house for the things you need. Now it’s time to get the party started. Link up your awesome new posts below at the Merry Monday link party. Then hop around to be inspired by what everyone is sharing. See you down there!

 

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Upcycled Organization Ideas Collage