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DIY Home Scent Hacks (for cheap!)

by Filed Under: Cleaning, DIY Projects, Money Saving

Here are some RIDICULOUSLY SIMPLE home scent hacks that are natural and actually work!  I love having a fragrant home but I don’t want to have to spend a lot of time or money doing it.  I hope you enjoy these tips!

HACK 1:  Stovetop Simmer

  • 2-3 cups of water
  • 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 lemon
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • Simmer on your stove (adding water as necessary) or keep on low in your Crock Pot all day long.  It will fill your home with an amazing, fragrant scent you are sure to love (for any season!)

HACK 2:  Mason Jar Fridge Deodorizer

Add baking soda to a mason jar in your fridge.   Cover with scrapbook paper that you poke holes in or cheese cloth (you can find it at the Dollar Tree!)  Leave in your fridge for 6 months to absorb nasty odors!

HACK 3:  Essential Oils in the Bathroom


Add a fairly generous amount (7 drops) of essential oil to the inside of your toilet paper roll.  It will freshen the bathroom every time you visit!

If you are looking for inexpensive oil that is perfect for all your home cleaning and fragrance needs, I recommend this one.

HACK 4:  Dresser Drawer Scents

Add a bar of soap to your dresser drawers.  Alternatively, spray a popsicle stick with essential oil or samples of perfume (the wood will really absorb the scent) and you will love the way your drawers smell every time you open it up!

Looking for my drawer organizers?  You can find them here!
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*This is not a sponsored post.  All opinions are my own.  Links contain affiliates.*

DIY Hidden Storage | Free Book Upcycle

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Organization

Using resources I already had and books I was about to donate, I created this thrifty, free, and elegant organizer.  Some other options are using old Encyclopedias or outdated textbooks or manuals, or even unused photos albums (come on you know you’ve got ’em!)  Hope you enjoy and give it a try!

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

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.*

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.*

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.*

Holiday Gift Ideas Under $20 + GIVEAWAY!

by Filed Under: DIY Projects, Holiday

It’s that time of year again– after Thanksgiving starts the mad-rush for holiday gifts.  If you are like me, you like shopping to be EASY, quick, and SUPER penny-pinchin’.  Here are some economical ideas to keep your list budget-minded (all ideas are under $20 with several under $5!) but also meaningful and something the recipient would actually be excited to receive.

**Keep reading and be sure to enter the giveaway (below!)**

GIFTS FOR HIM

  1. UNDER $10 “Night-In Kit” – I love creating experience gifts that allow you to make memories together.  Pair a $5 or under movie and some budget friendly candy and popcorn (you can usually find them for under a dollar a box by most checkouts), dress up the box, and you have a simple night-in kit.  You can’t go wrong with classic movies, especially old favorites.
  2. UNDER $10 Holiday Gift Pack –  Gift packs are easy, ready-made and they come with TONS of coupons (if that’s your bag!).  I love shaving supplies and bath and body products for guys.  They are an instant win and really easy on the wallet (not to mention easy to wrap!)  Tuck a few away for last-minute gifts ideas, too.
  3. UNDER $15 CALENDAR – The most budget-friendly place to find them is Walmart.  Hands down.  Personalize a calendar and check a name off the list.  Change out a few pictures for each recipient.  Seriously, this grandparent territory right here and so easy!

GIFTS FOR HER

  1. UNDER $20 SPA DAY – Herbal Essences Shampoo, Nail polish, pampered items (including a bath pillow) for a spa-day in.  Using coupons I was able to do this for under $20.  To make it even more personal, pair with a note an plan a chick-flick night in.  Quality time with those you love is one of my favorite gifts to give.  Things get old and break but memories grow better and richer the more you tell them.  It’s our family motto.
  2. UNDER $5 DISH SOAP DISPENSER – This is such an EASY DIY!  Take an olive oil bottle and your favorite dish soap and have a glam way to keep your dish soap on your counter.  Tip and pour.  This is a such a practical gift anyone would love.  And it keeps your kitchen looking organized!
  3. UNDER $5 BROWNIE IN A MUG KIT – Did you know you can make a single serve brownie in a mug?  YUP!  And the ingredients are super simple.  To print this recipe to give to a friend CLICK HERE!

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*This post was sponsored by P&G and Walmart.  Prizes provided by SheSpeaks.  All opinions are genuinely my own and my original ideas.  Giveaway ends December 4th 2015 at 12:00 am EST. Open to US residents only.  Winner must be 18 or older or have parental permission.  Winner will be selected randomly by Rafflecopter within a week of the giveaway ending and be notified by email. Winners have 72 hours to respond before a new winner is selected.  I will contact the sponsor regarding your prize(s).  Please note that Doitonadime is not responsible for sponsors that do not fulfill their prizes.   The product offered for the giveaway is free of charge, no purchase necessary.  Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube are in no way associated with this giveaway.  By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone.  I will use your information only for the purpose of contacting the winners and sending your name and address to the company to ship your prize.*

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