Do It On A Dime

Gift Wrapping Hacks!

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Holiday

Here are two simple ways to wrap your gifts to create a pocket and your own gift bag!  Both take between 30 seconds and 1 minute to do (and the DIY gift bag will even save you money).  Merry Christmas and enjoy!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.*

Cheap Chalkboard Labels! (65% off!)

by Filed Under: Online Deals, Organization


Just a quick public service announcement on getting CHEAP chalkboard labels.  I’ve gotten lots of comments and messages from you asking why their Dollar Tree didn’t carry chalkboard labels and how I found mine.

Good news, friends!  These chalkboard labels are under $6.95 for 48.  That’s 65% off (down from $19.95)  You read that right.  To get the same amount of labels at the dollar tree you would have to spend over $8 (and they quality is not nearly as good..they struggle to stick to plastic).  These Superchalks are amazing with 5 star reviews.

Need a chalk pen?  There is also a bundle for a couple more bucks that includes a pen.  Also a great deal.

So all you organizing freaks, here you go.  These make a great stocking stuffer, too.  (Full disclosure: I sent these to Charlie and said, “Santa wants me to tell you I want this.  I’m such a weirdo.)  HA!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  Links contain affiliates.*

 

Declutter Challenge + GIVEAWAY!

by Filed Under: Organization

It’s that time of year…let’s clear our homes of unnecessary clutter!  This will help make room for your home to get organized in 2016.  (A huge video series brought to you by yours truly 🙂 )  I love to do my “NIFTY 50” declutter at least twice a year.  Take 50 minutes and find at least 50 items that are no longer serving you.  Drop off and feel the clutter free RELIEF!!

As further motivation, I’m going to be giving away a $25 Amazon giftcard to one of you! 

*GIVEAWAY RULES*
-Take a photo of YOUR declutter/donation pile
-Tag me on Instagram or Facebook (@doitonadime)
– You must tag me in a photo by 12/22/15 at 11:59pm EST
-You will know I got your entry because I will “like” the post or respond to it!
-Giveaway open to any country that has access to Amazon!
-Winner will be contacted VIA social media account, so please allow message feature to be active.
-18 or older or must have parental permission

GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY DECLUTTERING!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Giveaway prize purchased by me, myself and I :)*

First Trimester Recap | Baby #2

by Filed Under: Advice & Vlogs

I can’t believe I’m filming pregnancy vlogs again!  If you didn’t know the big new, yup, we’re pregnant!  I’m 15.5 weeks today, but here’s a recap of the first 13.  This pregnancy started off a bit rougher than the first, and I debated how and if I would share everything (or even what I would share).  In the end, I felt that both the highs and the lows sang in testament to God’s faithfulness and really the WHOLE journey in its completeness is our journey.  So in this video, I laugh, I cry, and I’m so grateful for all of it 🙂

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are genuinely my own.*

 

DIY Christmas Tree Cones | Cooking with Carson

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Holiday, Recipes

Gingerbread houses are a lot of work.  I mean seriously.  Who has time for this?    So we decided to get simple ice cream cones, frosting and some sprinkles and made these mini Christmas trees.  It’s the PERFECT toddler craft and couldn’t be easier.

Hope you give it a try!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are genuinely my own.*

11 Tips to an Organized Christmas

by Filed Under: Holiday, Organization

We aren’t perfect.  And our holiday isn’t effortless.  But here are a few things I do to make the process a little easier!

Christmas Gift ListQUICK AND SIMPLE TIPS

  1.  Have a Gift List to keep track of everything you spend and buy.  This keeps you organized and on budget.  Download my Christmas Gift List!
  2. Keep your receipts with your list.  I find it easiest to attach a manila envelope or pocket to my gift list.
  3. Use printable address labels to make sending holiday cards a breeze.  I have a template I update from year to year.  I love using clear address labels so pretty envelopes aren’t hidden.
  4.  Create a wrapping station in your home (it doesn’t have to be fancy) so everything is at ready-access.  Don’t forget scissors, tape and a pen!
  5. Have pull bins in closets that corral different types of trimmings.  It makes access really easy and putting everything away faster than ever.
  6. Creative wrapping paper storage.  Clear garment bags work great and so do big laundry baskets.
  7. Store wrapped gifts in a laundry basket (it makes it easy to transport on Christmas morning)
  8. Create a “Santa’s Workshop” by covering your work station with a blanket.  This has always worked for us!
  9. Organize stocking stuffers in mini caddys or dollar tree bins.  You can see what you have for everyone and keep shopping sales.
  10. Wrap in mini-bursts.  I usually do about 10 minutes per night leading up until Christmas, so I’m not stressed the days before the 25th.
  11. Create a favorites album of highlights on your phone and only import those pictures to an online recourse (like Shutterfly or Walmart) to print your yearly family album.  This is when we start getting ours ready!

I hope you enjoyed these quick tips!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  Links contain affiliates.  All opinions are my own.*

Big News…. yup, I’m pregnant!

by Filed Under: Advice & Vlogs

I’ve been so excited to share all of this news with you.  Gahhh!!!!  Charlie and I are expecting!  Here’s how we told our friends and family (and how I found out.)

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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.*

Teacher gift ideas (Under $5)

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Teaching

Here are four quick teacher gift ideas for under $5!

  1. $2 Badge holders.  You will need:
    1. Badge holders (from Dollar Tree)
    2. Button Cover Kit
    3. Fabric
    4. Iron on letters (craft store)
  2. Pencil Container and fresh pencils (simple but very much needed)
  3. Pretty stationary
  4. Gift cards.  These make great $5 denominations:
    1. Car Wash
    2. Etsy
    3. iTunes
    4. Starbucks/Coffee Shop
    5. Sandwich Restaurants (Panera)

Hope this video gave you some quick ideas!

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*This is not a sponsored post.  Links contain affiliates.  All opinions are genuinely my own.*

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