Saving Empty Containers

Saving and reusing containers from Subway(salad)

and other containers food comes in.  I have never

 purchased plastic containers. They come in handy

 for storing and transporting food to church suppers

 and club refreshments. I have saved some money

 and the containers can be used  to hold craft items

and others areas of the house to keep small items

 organized. 

Arkansas Craft School Summer Classes

Summer Classes at Arkansas Craft School http://arkansascraftschool.org

Slip Covers for the Sun Porch.

Changing  winter sun porch to spring. I made winter slip covers for my colorful flowered cushions and pillows, it save buying and storing extra one, not to mention - save money. Changed winter to spring in a minute, add plants, coasters and a silk flower bouquet. 

Making Changes to an old Highboy and Dresser.

My parents first dresser and highboy from the 60's I wanted to keep, but needed to make some changes.. I removed the large polished brass knobs and replace with wooden knobs that I varnished

and stenciled roses to appear like furniture of  20's or 30's. The mirror had some small damage that I stenciled again with roses to camouflage the chip. I love it for it brings back memories of how hard my parents worked to own this set.

Epsom Salts & Critters

To discourage critters that bug your house foundation sprinkle Epsom Salts around the base of your house.

Save Plastic Grocery Bags - BEWARE

Save plastic grocery bags, tie in loose knots to use as packing material.

BEWARE when bringing in outside plants as the temperature drops (cold) of spiders and small tree frogs hiding beneath leaves and hidden in the soil. If possible take cuttings for next year's plantings, throw away  plants if need be, then place soil in a bag and scrub out the container to store. (c) Mary Nida Smith