Team T's

Team logo t-shirts can be really expensive. We recently took my parents to an Indians game and I really wanted a team shirt, but the least expensive one I could find was $20. In college my best friend and I often made UofM shirts, so why not try an Indians version!


**Tip: It's only legal to make t-shirts for yourself; It's illegal to sell trade marked logos. 

Tank Top form Old Navy: $8.00 (usually on sale for much less tho!)

Paint: $0.94

Sponge: $0.99 (but only use a 1" square)

Cardboard: free 

1. Find logo online in the correct size you're looking for and print.

2. Trace logo on cardboard box (I used a cereal box).

3. Cut logo out using exacto knife.

4. Tape cardboard logo in place. 

5. Sponge on paint. 

6. Leave cardboard in place and let dry. 

7. Ta-da! 

Other T's I've made:

Summer Avocado Salad

I love avocados. Unfortunately, I'm the pickiest guacamole connoisseur. I often don't like the pureed taste, but rather love the taste of chunks of avocado. I've created my favorite guacamole-like summer avocado salad and let me tell you -- guests love it!!! 


Ingredients (version 1):
2 avocados, diced
3 roma tomatoes, diced
1/2 white onion, diced very fine
1/2 lime
dash of salt


1.  Dice avocados, tomatoes, onion and place in bowl
2. Take half a lime and juice over veggie mixture
3. Add a dash of salt
4. Enjoy with tortilla chips! 

**Tip: The lime not only provides a refreshing taste, but also helps the avocado keep from becoming brown. 


Avocados are quite expensive. Just the other day I created this inexpensive version with the same idea -- chunks! The corn adds some substance and it tastes just as amazing.


Ingredients (version 2):
1 avocado
2 roma tomatoes
1 cup frozen sweet corn, thawed
1/2 white onion
1/2 lime
dash of salt

Dumpster Dive Furniture

I've been known to dumpster dive. Not literally climbing inside of a dumpster, but if I see furniture next to the dumpster I'll likely take it. 


I've taken a dumpster dresser and plant stand and created a cohesive look for our extra bedroom. Later, my friend gave us a night stand to add to the look. 


Here's the transformation: 

Before

Lightly sand then prime the entire night stand

Paint: "Kendall Charcoal" by Benjamin Moore
Knob: World Market ($3.99) 

VintageSkye at Etsy

VintageSkye at Etsy

Curtains

I love World Market. Their style is something I strive for. Unfortunately, their curtains are pricey. 


Here is a frugal approach to the look of World Market esque curtains:

Before: Ikea White Curtain Panel x 2

Supplies (Found at Michael's): 

Stencil: $3.99

Sponge Brushes: $0.49 each

Paint: $0.89 each, folkArt Acrylic Paint in Calypso Sky (I used 4 bottles, 2oz. each)

**Tip: ALWAYS use a coupon for Michael's, if you have a smart phone they will scan your online coupon**

Tips: 

- I was super stressed to do the first stencil because I wanted to get it perfect. The fact is, once it is complete, you can't tell! So my suggestion is to not think about it too much and just got for it!

- Use a drop cloth under curtains -- paint will go through! 

Corks

I'm a wine-o. I love wine and love decorating with corks. 


I didn't have enough corks for this project so I called a local restaurant (expensive wine = real corks). I asked them to save corks for one weekend... by Monday they had a ton of corks for me! For free! 

Cardboard Backing: Free

Corks: Free (from local restaurant)

Hot Glue 

Leftover Corks in an Ikea Jar ($4.99)  

Welcome Frugal DIYers!

Welcome! Here you will find fun, frugal, and quick DIY ideas for the everyday lady! I've always enjoyed finding ideas at expensive stores/restaurants and then creating them on my budget. Sit back and enjoy!