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A Contest For Craft Upcyclers!

 

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                                                           Photo by Robyn Lee

The challenge has been given and we accept! All You Magazine is hosting a contest that is perfect for our "nifty" and "thrifty" readers. They are awarding a $25 Michael's gift card and a chance to be featured in an upcoming All You magazine. According to their Facebook page, contestants are to turn leftover yogurt cups into a "into a pretty, practical object for the home." Sounds fun, right? Click HERE for the details. Now I just have to figure out who's going to eat all that yogurt?

6 FREE Nifty and Thrifty Apps


 

 

PhotoSynth – A fun Panorama App for all your nifty adventures. It even allows you to make 360° images. Google Play users click here. Itunes click here.

 
 
Pulse – A great way to keep track of your favorite blog updates. Create your own catagories and just scroll through the posts. Google Play users click here. Itunes click here.

 
 
Dropbox – Easily transfer files between your smart phone and your computer. Google Play users click here. Google Play users click here. Itunes click here.
 

 
 
Adobe Photoshop Express – The features are basic, but a great way to quickly edit photos on the go. Google Play users click here. Itunes users click here.here.
 

 
TED – Nifty presentations by some of the world’s most interesting people.
Google Play users click here. Itunes users click here.
 

 
 
Yard Sale Treasure Map – It’s 8am on a Saturday. Are you sleeping or are you waiting outside your neighbor’s yard anticipating cool yard sale finds? Here’s a nifty tool that will help you crazy thrifty people. It organizes a “treasure map” by auto uploading sales from Craigslist. Also, it the user an option to add sales manually and organize your route. LOVE. Google Play users click here. Itunes users click here.

    Nifty & Thrifty Christmas Idea: Photo Canvas 8"x10" FREE (+s/h)


    I've never given this gift without the recipient being thankful. There's just something so special about receiving a photo of a loved one presented in a beautiful canvas. Now's your turn to spread a little love to someone special. "Like" Canvas People on Facebook and get a FREE 8"x10" canvas. All you have to pay is shipping and handling ($14.99). What a steal!!

    Nifty & Thrifty Christmas Idea: FREE Personalized Photo Mug (+ s/h)

     
     
     
    Stuck trying to think of a cheap, creative gift for someone on your Christmas list? Me too! Then, I ran across this great deal from York Photo. Until October 31st, you can use the code GIVEMUG at checkout to receive a customized photo mug for FREE. All you have to pay is the cost of shipping! ($5.99) My plan is to use photos posted and emailed to me from one particular family member as a "Year of Memories" mug for 2013.
     
    But wait, there's more...
     
    When you sign up for the first time, you get 60 FREE 4x6 prints. Think of all the great projects you could do with that!!
    
     

    Make Your Own Bouncy Balls


    Ok, this idea is just too cute. Today's my last day of vacation and instead of cleaning the house (like I said I would) I'm surfing the internet for awesome thrifty craft ideas. This great kid project comes from Making Memories With Your Kids. The steps are pretty straight forward and she includes lots of pictures in her instructions. Take a look.

    Furniture Makeovers



    I've caught the bug. I've been surfing all kinds of furniture makeover blogs this week and am ready to take on a few projects. When we bought our home 2 1/2 years ago, we moved into our new place and found several pieces of furniture left behind by the previous owners. One of these pieces was a beaten up desk that my oldest son decided would be a perfect addition to his room. I have been procrastinating about fixing up this relic, but I think it's time has come. Here is a great re-do by My World Made By Hand. I think what I like the most about this idea is that it is mostly done with spray paint. Take a look at her site here for detailed instructions. Let me know if you find any other "manly" desk makeovers.