Is it just me or does Christmas come quicker and quicker each year? For as on top of it as I was last year, I’m a jillion years behind this year. I needed a quick and easy way to get my gifts wrapped while still looking nice, which is when I remembered the pile of…
Winter Wonderland Trayscape
The holiday season is officially upon us which means it’s time to change out the fall decor for all things red, green, white, and sparkly. I tried replacing my bowl of baby pumpkins and gourds on my coffee table with ornaments, but something was missing. It just seemed too plain. I searched Pinterest for a…
DIY Ornament Wreath of Bling-tacular Proportions
I can easily blame Pinterest for this entire project. You know what I’m talking about. . . we’ve all been there. If it hadn’t of been for one of those random times scrolling on Pinterest, I wouldn’t have run into this glorious wreath. In clicking on the link searching for a tutorial, I found not…
Stuff a DIY Stocking
We’re officially in December and can decorate freely! One such holiday decoration that can also make a great gift is a stocking! DIY the stocking from a festive sweater and fill with all sorts of goodies to make it an even better gift. Supplies: A festive sweater (or winter-looking) Fabric or a shirt for the…
Lions, Tigers, Bears Oh-my-ornaments! A simple DIY
Whether you’ve got little ones running about the house or are a young one at heart, seeing those little plastic animals brings a smile and even a little giggle from time-to-time. Thanks again to the inspiration of Pinterest, a project was born after seeing this pin. Its source, a post by Chris Job on how…
Take a Tour of Holiday Décor for $100 or Less!
If you were out and about on Saturday, December 1st in the Zionsville area, you may have walked or driven past Susan’s spectacular holiday home. She was included in the Carol of Homes Holiday Home Tour to benefit the Zionsville High School Show Choir. Her jaw-dropping décor in and outside of her home was collected over…
Happy Halloween! A DIY Costume re-cap
Finally! October 31st is here! By now you’ve sorted out all of your costumes, probably had a spooktacular time at a costume party or plan on that tonight, or perhaps you have taken the little ones to a trick-or-treat event. . .or you’ve cozied up with a classic Halloween movie and some witchy brew for…
Scary Costume Creation Ideas from Goodwill
Some like it spooky. Some like it grotesque. Some like just a touch of creepy in their Halloween festivities. We’re somewhere closer to the spooky range. So if you’re trying to find some easy costumes to unnerve others this Halloween, we can offer some ideas. Skeleton, Level: super-easy. How to: find a comfortable pair of black sweats,…
Group Themed Costume Ideas from Goodwill
Group costumes—either everyone unintentionally arrives as the Avengers in their box-store sanctioned leotard or they rock the party with cleverly conceived character costumes coordinating into an awesome group themed costume choice. Here are some of our ideas on characters for a grand group costume theme all while keeping that budget low. Pirates, Parrots, and Mermaids…
Last minute DIY costumes that don’t look last minute
Yes, we’ve heard that same line. “I wasn’t going to any Halloween stuff this year, but now…” We’ve been there. Thankfully, we know a great store with last-minute costumes that 1. don’t look last minute, 2. don’t cost last-minute prices, and 3. don’t look like everybody else’s last minute costume. Creepy Doll, Level: super-easy. How to: Find…
Quick & Easy Goodwill Halloween Costumes
Halloween parties are happening, The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is having their Pirate’s Revenge Haunted House and trick-or-treating is just around the corner! In case you’re still on the fence as to what you should be this haunting season, we’ve got some quick and easy costumes you can find at your nearest Goodwill store! The…
Guest Post, Sunday Charm—Swiss Cross Coffee Table
Guest post by Elise with Sundaycharmblog.com I am thrilled to be back with you today to share my latest project: a swiss cross coffee table. As I mentioned in my last guest post, my husband and I bought our first house this summer, and we’ve been taking our time furnishing it. We committed to waiting…
The 2015 Goodwill Indy Intern tries out Outlet Shopping
It’s become somewhat of a tradition to send our Goodwill Indy summer interns to the Goodwill Outlet and have them document their experience. Our 2015 summer intern was no exception. The marvelous Bria took on the Goodwill Outlet-North and has kindly written out her experience for anyone curious about shopping at the Goodwill Outlets. Enjoy! …
Guest post, Sunday Charm: Functional AND Pretty
It’s good to be here today! My name is Elise and I’m a wife, blogger and handmade wardrobe enthusiast who pops into a thrift store at least twice a week. My husband would tell you that I’m obsessed with the “thrifter’s high,” but then I would have to remind him how much money we’ve saved in furnishing our…
DIY Sharpie Shirt
Sitting in front of a pile of sharpies would inspire anyone to be creative. . . you toss a plain, white top into the mix and you can’t help but to combine the two. Thanks to Pinterest, I took this as the perfect opportunity to try my hand at the sharpie + rubbing alcohol fabric…
DIY Gumball Machine-style Candy Dish
Introducing Bria! Bria is our 2015 Summer Marketing intern and has kindly jumped in to the world of crafting and DIY blogging. Let her know how you liked her post! I recently diagnosed myself as a chocolate addict. Although not fatal, my diagnosis required a decent amount of chocolate-y-goodness within walking distance. I’ve seen the…
Cleopatra makes a presentation – DIY Costume
One of our HR employees (the creator of the Harry Potter themed kids room) was given the task of whipping up a costume in the summer for her daughter. We think she did pretty spectacularly. What do you think? Costumes aren’t just for Halloween. I found this out when my daughter needed to do a…
DIY outdoor votive lantern
Being a new homeowner, I am always looking for ways to decorate my home on a budget. Now that summer has rolled in, I am switching my focus to my outdoor living space. This lantern is the perfect way to add ambiance to my patio for very little cost. Most of the supplies you need…
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