D.i.y. on Shine

The Packaging Dilemma for the Small Businesswoman

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This has been one of the most productive hours I have ever spent getting lost on the web. Even when I was in college doing research for a paper I would spend a lot more time getting lost in the cross referenced material than on the actual research. I need organize and package my fabric embellishments. This is a d.i.y. project because as a small businessperson, I simply do not have the funds to hire someone. I have a history of getting lost in anything but the task at hand, which I did.

Christmas Banner Project for Kids That Costs Little to Nothing

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It is not too early to plan what to do with the kids over the holidays. Gather up any little thing for a...

How to make your own salt or sugar scrubs

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I love love love The Body Shop, but one of the frustrating things about the manufacturer (although less so now that it was bought by L'Oréal in 2006) is that they will release something that you adore, only to discontinue it after you've absolutely become convinced that you cannot live without it. Such is the way with their Cranberry Body Butter (although that's back now for a few winter months) and several of their aromatherapy salt scrubs. I loved the Revitalizing salt scrub so very much that when they marked it down for final clearance, I bought everything that had the pink Revitalizing label, including some tiny bottles of aromatherapy oil. After I had blown through the pots of scrub

Jarring Times Call for Jarring $olution$

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<img height="400" alt="" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/_SQQWBDz8iIV/photos/4138ff62f9ac33cc8bcd5c8aa190d977/mr_0fdd9799291220.jpg?ug_____DBsBH1E.Q" width="198" align="right">We are all a little bit JARRED by the economic crisis our nation is facing. A little scared about what the future might bring to our personal finances. If you are like me, you are looking for any extra coin$ you can find to get through this holiday season without $tre$$ng an already $trained budget. I'm determined our family will work together to make-do, do without, and $ave every way possible this year just in case. Here's how we are going to do it, one jar at a time....

Coolest Gift Idea Ever: D.I.Y Tattoo Kit

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So I email my friend Ben Grieme to see what he's been up to and stuff, and he writes me back and he's all like, "You know, same ol' same ol' oh yeah and I got a tattoo kit and I've been giving all my friends crazy ass random tattoos." I was like, "NO WAY BRO!" and then he sent me the amazing photo you see above as proof, that yes, he and his homies are getting mad stoopid with the ink kit. His new "studio" is called Permenent Mistakes (purposefully misspelled).

DIY Thanksgiving Table Settings

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There are a lot of ways to personalize your holiday table, but the most fun decorations come from things you can make yourself. Here are four of our favorite crafts that feel right at home on a table filled with tasty dishes and surrounded by wonderful friends and family. <img alt="" style="" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/31fGNPQ7HACe/photos/00fe6fc1e910963f858721d26aadf514/mr_589b8d7b28a1c4.jpg?ug_____DbxPZo8ad" align="left" height="400" width="313"> 1. On strips of paper, write quotes or phrases. Fasten strip at end with double-sided tape, so it is slightly smaller than the glass's circumference; place on each glass. For a fun, new tradition, invite guests, when seated, to read quote aloud. Look for quotes online at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.brainyquote.com/">brainyquote.com</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.quotationspage.com/">The Quotations Page</a>.

Election-Day Decorations: Red, White, and Blue Rosettes

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<img alt="" style="" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/AAErHDyv6n4i/photos/19d07d4831fa62d2a5e96c1ea0051798/mr_ba0e51fb94e808.jpg?ug_____DPtpojjJZ" align="center" height="400" width="313"> Adapt the rosettes to any size for creating banners, table settings, or any other election-day decor!

Work Boots for Women

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Last year I wore tennis shoes to our annual charity house renovation project for AmeriCares HomeFront. A This Old House newbie, it was my first trip to a job site, and after witnessing a colleague's near miss with a dropped Belgian block and narrowly averting a broken toe or two myself when...

Makeup-Bag MacGyver

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Lipstick for home improvement? Yup. Your toiletries bag is essentially a tool kit. Here's how to use what's in it to help you with your DIY projects: <img alt="" style="width:300px;height:300px;" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/7LvXDqXY1wsl/photos/fd2ade6ae69a751c7565881d58965d3c/mr_01141b9a55630a.jpg?ug_____DmejqKFiM" width="300" align="center" height="300">

Create Floral, Fabric-Covered Boxes

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<img alt="" style="" src="http://a323.yahoofs.com/phugc/75qOVOxaEg1O/photos/3ffe8cf988b2f73f949b9cf1f7249aaf/mr_010478eb741a14.jpg?ug_____DEhprUZlV" align="center" height="313" width="400"> Fabric-covered boxes not only provide stylish storage for everything from stationery to photos but also help organize your life and make great gifts! INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Lay your box on the fabric to determine how much you need (allow 1/2 inch of overlap all around). Cut two pieces of fabric -- one to cover the outside of the box (including lid) and one to cover the inside. 2. Fold the 1/2-inch hems over and press to crease; unfold. 3. Fold fabric into corners again to determine fit; trim if necessary. 4. Fold the corners over at 45 degrees and press; unfold. 5. Cut the corner diagonally along the crease. 6. Lightly apply glue to the inside of the box. Press the fabric on firmly, smoothing out any wrinkles. Let dry and repeat for the outside of the box. Get more craft ideas from <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/craft-vintage-style-0803?link=emb&dom=yah_life&src=syn&con=blog_countryliving&mag=clg">Crafting Vintage Style</a>. More from Country Living <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/crafty-christmas-presents?link=rel&dom=yah_life&src=syn&con=blog_countryliving&mag=clg">Crafty Christmas Presents</a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/handmade-halloween-1008?link=rel&dom=yah_life&src=syn&con=blog_countryliving&mag=clg">Handmade Halloween Party Treats</a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.countryliving.com/crafts/projects/diy-wreath-ideas-1108?link=rel&dom=yah_life&src=syn&con=blog_countryliving&mag=clg">DIY Wreath Ideas</a> <a rel="nofollow">Limited Time Offer - Order Country Living & Save up to 81%</a> Reprinted with permission of Hearst Communications, Inc.