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Raise your hand if you keep a freezer inventory! 🙋‍♀️Never knew what a freezer inventory was or why you'd need one?!? Let me show you how to use a Freezer Inventory and share why it can save serious time and sanity when preparing and using freezer meals with your family!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣https://thehomesihavemade.com/how-to-use-a-freezer-inventory/

With just about 7 months left in this house, it’s time to start wrapping up spaces and sharing final tours! Today on the blog, I'm walking you through our “officially” finished Master Bedroom, which I totally transformed with all renter-friendly, totally temporary DIYs! 😱 Whether you own or rent, live in an apartment or a house, I know you’ll find some ideas to apply to your own Master Bedroom!⁠⁠
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Take the full tour: https://thehomesihavemade.com/rental-bedroom-makeover/

Ready for an easy weekend organizing project that can make a big impact in your most cluttered spaces?!? 🙌🏻 Let me show you what some discarded cardboard boxes and an X-acto knife can do to visually streamline your home! Just check out that 👆Before/After to see what I'm talking about!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣ https://thehomesihavemade.com/an-easy-way-to-conceal-basket-clutter/

There is one Cricut function this is SUPER cool and REALLY easy, but is kind of a mystery to many new Cricut users...any guesses?! 🤔I'm talking about Print Then Cut! 😃 Instead of cutting shapes out of colored paper, vinyl, or some other medium and layering them together, this feature allows you to print the entire design from your home printer, and then cut it out in one shot. It’s one of my favorite “short cut” methods for creating party decor, stickers, labels, and more; and I promise it's so much easier than you think! ⁣
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Check out my Comprehensive Guide to Print then Cut by clicking the link on my bio! @thehomesIhavemade: https://thehomesihavemade.com/how-to-use-print-then-cut-on-a-cricut/

Want to know my #1 Tip for Budget Home Decor?!? 👉 Learn how to sew! Yes, you read that right 😉 That is my not-so-secret way to save tons of money on home decor while still getting the exact, unique and custom look I want for my home 🏠⁣
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See the post with all my favorite home decor sewing projects by clicking the link in my bio! ⁣
@thehomesIhavemade:⁣ ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/my-1-tip-for-budget-friendly-home-decor/

Around this time last year I did a "capsule wardrobe experiment." I heard from so many of you who are either intrigued by the concept or wanting to do the same thing, so I am more excited than ever to share all the details of this journey. I am still loving and wearing my capsule wardrobe a year later! If you're curious to know what I bought for my capsule wardrobe (and how much I spent!) click the link in bio!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/what-i-bought-for-my-capsule-wardrobe-how-much-i-spent/

Looking for a budget-friendly, personalized, and beautiful gift? 💙 These monogrammed candles are the perfect solution, and you seriously won't believe how easy they are! 🤗 They make perfect gifts for bridesmaids, teachers, coaches, hostesses and more, so be sure to tuck this idea away for future use!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2019/07/diy-monogrammed-candles/

Next to drawers and walls, another thing I talk A LOT about is window treatments! Since we constantly have to figure out new solutions for different windows every time we move, I am always brainstorming ways to make our windows look “dressed” but in a way that is still affordable and totally temporary. Valances are one of my preferred choices since they are aesthetically sleek and clean, but are also simple to make and require less material than other options. I recently put yet another spin on this old standby, making a window valance with foam board and wallpaper. This is SUCH a quick and inexpensive way to make your windows look amazing. Let me show you!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/06/window-valance-with-foam-board-wallpaper/

Need a way to fill a blank wall? I love to make art with my Cricut! ✨Since art tends to be pricey and I can never be sure it will work from home to home, I try to DIY my own whenever possible. However, I am no artist, so I often turn to my Cricut to help me! Having made a lot of art for our walls over the years, I’ve come up with a method that is not only foolproof, but also really easy and highly customizable. Let me show you how I do it!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/the-best-way-to-make-art-with-a-cricut/

Little by little, I’ve been trying to swap out a lot of our commonly-used disposable products with reusable versions. In order to make my bottles more stylish and organized, I have been creating my own customized labels! Today, I’m sharing those labels with you! Let me show you this comprehensive set of gorgeous printable cleaning labels that you too can use anywhere around the home!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/printable-cleaning-labels/

Need a creative way to save space in a tight room? Try this really great space-saving solution: a “floating bookcase”! It's not only easy and rather inexpensive, but also totally customizable based on how much space you have and how much storage you need. Let me show you what I mean!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/07/how-to-install-a-floating-bookcase-to-save-on-floor-space/

How often do dig through your purse, gym bag, backpack, briefcase, or glove compartment for a pair of ear phones or a charging cord? For me, it seems likely a daily nuisance. So to help keep my most used cords tidy, safe, and easy-to-find, I whipped up some super simple DIY Cord Keepers. These little cuties come together in two quick steps, and are made out of durable and affordable faux leather (one of my favorite products!). I just know you’re going to love this simple little DIY that can seriously save your sanity. Let me show you how they come together!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/10/easy-diy-cord-keepers/

Would you believe me if I told you this sofa table is made using inexpensive IKEA legs and a shelf?!? 🤗It was so simple and quick to put together and works great behind a couch that can't have side tables. If you need a way to hold all the pretty things (and functional things too!), give this project a try! ⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2016/06/10-minute-sofa-table-using-ikea-parts/

Having trouble keeping your shoe collection sorted out? I organized and labeled my shoes just about a year ago, and I am STILL loving this solution! Check how how easy it is to make (and print!) these labels if you too are struggling with shoes everywhere!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/10/how-to-make-shoebox-labels/

I was recently searching Etsy for something and noticed there is now an abundance of really quality digital prints available for download. It occurred to me that I could easily make my own affordable art prints for our walls…in any size, at any time...for just a few dollars 🤗 This is such a game changer for those of us who move all the time and are constantly needing new art, in new sizes, all the time!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/09/affordable-art-prints-for-walls/

October is here, so how about a little festive decorating! 🎃This whimsical Jack-o-lantern garland adds the perfect touch of Halloween to your home (especailly if you don't love all the ghosts and ghools 🙋🏻‍♀️!) It’s fun and quick and can be pulled together using items you likely have around the house! Let me show you how it comes together! ⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/10/diy-jack-o-lantern-garland/

I'm kicking off October with an all-new Coffee Break post! 🧡☕️ This month's behind-the-blog update is a good one, chockfull with my reflections on being a working Mom (and why it took me so long to mentally accept that role) and a mini celebration of a pretty huge blogging milestone (hint: #10years) 🤗⁠⁠😱
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Catch up with me here @thehomesihavemade : https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/10/coffee-break-25/⁠⁠
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Updated photo courtesy of @lyonphotography

"Can you use a Cricut machine for FREE? 🤔It's a question I get a lot. There is no doubt that owning and using a Cricut machine is an investment. 😬The machines aren’t exactly cheap; and then when you add on materials, tools, mats, fonts, graphics, and more, the costs can add up fast. However, there are indeed ways to use your Cricut machine for FREE AND still make incredible designs! On the blog, I'm breaking down my favorite ways to find awesome (but free!) images and fonts for your next Cricut projects! 👌🏻⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/09/find-free-images-for-cricut/

Alright friends…if there is one thing you likely know about me by now, it’s that I like a good drawer divider hack. 🤗 (Because we move so much and are constantly having to find new and different ways to organize all of our stuff, I just hate spending tons of money on something that just won’t be a permanent solution. 😬) I had a hunch I could make some snazzy dividers with a Cricut Maker and chipboard…and after lots of experimenting, I figured out a really simple method! I’m so excited to share this clever project with you because it has so many applications all over the home!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/11/how-to-make-box-or-drawer-dividers-with-a-cricut-maker/

✨I know the feeling of looking at a piece of furniture in my house and loving its function, but wishing it was a bit more updated. If you’ve been giving something in your home the stink eye lately, let me show you how to refresh furniture WITHOUT paint so you can start loving and enjoying it again!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/03/how-to-refresh-furniture-without-paint/

With the seasons transitioning, it's a great time to take stock of what's in your closet and reorganize a bit. Spending just a few hours swapping out seasonal clothes, pulling out no-longer-loved items, and reorganizing a bit can ensure your closet is functioning as best as possible! If you need some smart and easy closet organization ideas, stop by and take a tour of our Master Closet!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/05/master-closet-organization-ideas/

❤ Want to learn a fun way to add more texture, style, and color to room? I love adding my own DIY pom poms to pillows! This is a quick, easy, and (dare I say...mindless!) project that adds instant style and is seriously addicting! ⁣
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Learn how by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/07/how-to-add-pom-poms-to-a-pillow/'

Under the bathroom sink is definitely a common "trouble spot" in most people's homes! Mine was a pretty big mess too, until I found these awesome little drawers that fit just right. 👌🏻 They've made a huge difference in helping us contain and organize all the little things so that everyone can find what they're looking for. If you need simple, smart, and effective solutions for your bathroom cabinets, I've got you covered!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2021/01/smart-bathroom-storage-solutions/

School is back in session, and I've been relying on my meal planning practices more than ever to keep our household humming along! 🤗 Did you know I have a whole slew of meal planning printables, including weekly and monthly planners, grocery lists, pantry/freezer inventories, and so much more?! My goal for these pages is to enable you to easily and efficiently plan your meals and prep your grocery lists week after week, month after month. Whether you’ve been meal planning for years or are looking to jump-start the habit, I know these pages can help!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesihavemade: ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/2020/09/meal-planning-printables-for-the-family-hub/

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Raise your hand if you keep a freezer inventory! 🙋‍♀️Never knew what a freezer inventory was or why you'd need one?!? Let me show you how to use a Freezer Inventory and share why it can save serious time and sanity when preparing and using freezer meals with your family!⁣
⁣
See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣https://thehomesihavemade.com/how-to-use-a-freezer-inventory/

With just about 7 months left in this house, it’s time to start wrapping up spaces and sharing final tours! Today on the blog, I'm walking you through our “officially” finished Master Bedroom, which I totally transformed with all renter-friendly, totally temporary DIYs! 😱 Whether you own or rent, live in an apartment or a house, I know you’ll find some ideas to apply to your own Master Bedroom!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Take the full tour: https://thehomesihavemade.com/rental-bedroom-makeover/

Ready for an easy weekend organizing project that can make a big impact in your most cluttered spaces?!? 🙌🏻 Let me show you what some discarded cardboard boxes and an X-acto knife can do to visually streamline your home! Just check out that 👆Before/After to see what I'm talking about!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣ https://thehomesihavemade.com/an-easy-way-to-conceal-basket-clutter/

There is one Cricut function this is SUPER cool and REALLY easy, but is kind of a mystery to many new Cricut users...any guesses?! 🤔I'm talking about Print Then Cut! 😃 Instead of cutting shapes out of colored paper, vinyl, or some other medium and layering them together, this feature allows you to print the entire design from your home printer, and then cut it out in one shot. It’s one of my favorite “short cut” methods for creating party decor, stickers, labels, and more; and I promise it's so much easier than you think! ⁣
⁣
Check out my Comprehensive Guide to Print then Cut by clicking the link on my bio! @thehomesIhavemade: https://thehomesihavemade.com/how-to-use-print-then-cut-on-a-cricut/

Want to know my #1 Tip for Budget Home Decor?!? 👉 Learn how to sew! Yes, you read that right 😉 That is my not-so-secret way to save tons of money on home decor while still getting the exact, unique and custom look I want for my home 🏠⁣
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See the post with all my favorite home decor sewing projects by clicking the link in my bio! ⁣
@thehomesIhavemade:⁣ ⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/my-1-tip-for-budget-friendly-home-decor/

Around this time last year I did a "capsule wardrobe experiment." I heard from so many of you who are either intrigued by the concept or wanting to do the same thing, so I am more excited than ever to share all the details of this journey. I am still loving and wearing my capsule wardrobe a year later! If you're curious to know what I bought for my capsule wardrobe (and how much I spent!) click the link in bio!⁣
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See the post by clicking the link in my bio! @thehomesIhavemade:⁣
https://thehomesihavemade.com/what-i-bought-for-my-capsule-wardrobe-how-much-i-spent/