Nix the stuffy family portraits this holiday season with memorable but simple family picture ideas for Christmas. 6 Simple Family Picture Ideas for Christmas The holidays are a great time to take family portraits, but oftentimes, these can be so run of the mill–boring–and, well, rather stuffy, to be quite honest. Sure, it takes some […]
Housekeeping with Wisconsin Homemaker
Create a home you love and love to share throughout the year, with plenty of ideas for your home decor, savvy cleaning and organizing tips, simple DIY/craft projects anyone can do, and ideas to entertain your guests no matter the reason or season.
Halloween Hits for Kids and Adults
Get yourself into a Halloween mood with this mix of fun, wacky but not too scary Halloween hits for kids and adults. 23 Howling Halloween Hits for Kids and Adults Remember these lyrics: “When the crypt goes creak, And the tombstones quake. Spooks come out for a swinging wake. Happy haunts materialize, And begin to […]
You’ve Been Booed Activity
Halloween can be a time of fun for the whole family, especially when you begin with You’ve Been Booed Halloween Activity and Printable. A Halloween Treat for All – You’ve Been Booed Activity and Printable When I was a kid, the idea of trick-or-treating was singularly a one-sided event. My friends and I would ring […]
Carving Craft Pumpkins and Funkins Pumpkins
How-to with step-by-step video instructions for carving craft pumpkins and Funkins for indoors or out. Tips and ideas, with minimal supplies. Spooktacular Tips for Carving Craft Pumpkins and Funkins Pumpkins Discover how quick and easy carving craft pumpkins can be with these Funkins Pumpkins ideas that can be displayed indoors or out. Minimal supplies required. […]
19+ Hot Chocolate Bar Tips & Setup Ideas
Take the chill out of winter with these quick and easy tips and sample set up ideas for putting together a one-of-a-kind hot chocolate bar. How to Set Up the Best Hot Chocolate Bar – Tips and Sample Ideas Winter is the perfect time for hot chocolate, especially here in Wisconsin. And, what better way […]
12 Ways to Use a Pillowcase Wash Bag
Not everything is easily cleaned, so use a Pillowcase Wash Bag as an instant laundry bag to clean those hard to wash household items around the house. Best DIY Laundry Bag – Pillowcase Wash Bag As a homemaker, there are a lot of things around the house that can’t be easily washed, so one needs […]
6 Quick Halloween Graduation Gown Costume Ideas
Need a last minute Halloween costume? Look no further than your closet with these six quick Graduation Gown Halloween Costume Ideas. Halloween costumes can be so expensive but not if you are super thrifty and add a touch of magic. And, in this case, all you need is a graduation gown. The rest is easy. […]
No-Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas
If you don’t want to deal with the muss or fuss of carving a real pumpkin this year, you’ll love these Halloween-inspired no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas for kids and adults. No Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas for Kids of All Ages I have to admit that there have been years that I haven’t carved any real […]
5 Quick Tips to Speed Clean Your Home
If you like an orderly home but not like the idea of having to spend your whole day cleaning, then you’ll definitely love these quick tips to speed clean your home today. Let’s face it, cleaning can be a drudge, especially if you’re looking at hours of wiping, sweeping and vacuuming. Even so, cleaning is a […]
How to Revive an Old Sofa – 9 Easy Steps
If you have a favorite couch that looks tired and saggy and in dire need of an update, then look no further than these simple tips and tricks to revive an old sofa. You don’t have to relegate your old couch to the dump heap if all it needs is a bit of TLC. Check […]
11 Quick Tips How to Declutter After Summer
Usher in fall with a clean and organized house using these quick and easy declutter strategies and helpful cleaning tips. With the ending of summer fun, comes fall activities. But lest you forget, all that home and garden stuff you dragged out and used during the last several months needs to be addressed. And what […]
How to Sew Easy Mitered Corners
Complete your quilts and sewing projects in style with this simple tutorial on how to sew easy mitered corners. How to Sew Easy Mitered Corners – Step by Step Tutorial I’ve always been impressed by projects finished with mitered corners. Those clean points and angled folds look crisp and professional. But if you are a […]