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10 Must Have Tools for the DIY-er and Home Décor Enthusiast

November 20, 2017

I always ask for practical gifts that support my hobbies and interests and of course, I'm a die-hard DIY-er. You may not ask for tools for birthdays and holidays, but I sure do. As a beginner, I found my arsenal was pretty limited and each DIY project I completed, tools were always a major factor. Once I had a few supplies built up, I found it much easier to complete projects without having to rig ... View Post

fall table decor on a budget

Make an Easy, Elegant Thanksgiving Tablescape

November 16, 2017

So I completed my tablescape for Thanksgiving dinner.  Except, the hubby and I decided to visit relatives for the weekend and we actually won't be here for Thanksgiving day. I'm NOT letting my beautiful table to go waste...we'll be eating Thanksgiving Eve on this joker. I like to keep things pretty simple as noted here about keeping stress at bay during the holidays. I could go ... View Post

Dinner table

Stress Less this Christmas

November 12, 2017

I know you've spent money you didn't have on people you didn't want to for Christmas. You've fought your way through mobs at the mall for your husband and maybe even snagged the last hot toy on the shelf for your kiddo. I love me some Christmas, what I hate is the STRESS that comes along with getting everything in order for this jolly old time. of the year.  My to do list gets crazy with ... View Post

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4 Easy Ways to Earn Extra Christmas Cash

November 9, 2017

We’re in planning mode for Christmas and cash is always a factor when you’re planning. I don’t have a fortune to spend on Christmas and in fact, I wouldn’t if I could. I want to ensure that my focus remains on Christ and not the pageantry of Christmas.  A few years ago I learned a secret to earning extra cash for Christmas with little effort and I start on December 26 every year. Waiting ... View Post

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How to Plan the Best Christmas Ever!

November 2, 2017

I love the entire holiday season. November 1 is my official start date for holiday prep. But I refuse to put up any Christmas décor, play any Christmas music or entertain much about Christmas until the day after Thanksgiving. Well, I did cheat a little this year by getting my fall pictures done early and using them for my Holiday cards.  I refuse to just jump into Christmas because ... View Post

Use coupons, sales and other deal secrets to save money for budget DIY Projects. JoAnn Fabrics shares tons of free coupons for home décor, seasonal deorating, fall decorations Christmas Decorating and holiday décor. #coupons #joann's #DIY #budgetcrafts

How to get the best deal at JoAnn Fabric and Crafts

October 30, 2017

Many of my days have been spent wandering around the aisle of my nearby Joann Fabric and Crafts or Michael’s (my nearest Hobby Lobby is 40 miles away.) I'm a budget decorator so using coupons is a must for me. So when I take on a project and needs supplies from JoAnn's...I have one major rule: NEVER, say it with me, NEVER pay full price for ANYTHING. Here’s my recipe for making sure I ... View Post

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Hey there, I’m Kenyatta, a self-proclaimed Home Décor and DIY enthusiast. I teach DIY decorating based on my simple core values-my rules of life. I’m a gutsy girl with a tiny budget, but enormous dreams and high style. I’d love to share this life journey with you. Laugh with (or at me) but leave with nuggets of wisdom that will last you a lifetime.

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