When you think of DIY projects, what comes to mind? Chances are, you think about home improvement projects and seasonal decorations that can be created by hand. It’s true that these kinds of projects can greatly enhance your home, but there are so many other DIY projects that can save you money while impressing your friends and family at the same time.

Here are just a few areas of your life that you can DIY that are fast, easy, and fun.

Food

Love cooking in the kitchen? Take baking and making to the next level by creating foods in the kitchen that you didn’t know you can DIY.

Tater tots, English muffins, and raisins? You don’t have to buy them at the store. You really can make them yourself!

Not only will making more items from scratch provide more nutritional value for your family, they make great gifts too. Just imagine how thankful Great Uncle Bill will be when he receives a homemade jar of spicy mustard.

Camping

No one knows camping like Outdoorsy, so you can bet that they’ve got a few ideas when it comes to DIY tricks that will make your next outdoor adventure more comfortable and fun.

When it comes to the kids, create mini terracotta pot fires that are perfect for roasting marshmallows.  If you’re more interested in projects that are all about safety, try creating a power cord cover out of a plastic bucket or wrapping pool noodles around awning arms.

Camping shouldn’t be expensive. DIYing as many aspects of your camping experience as you can will help you keep costs down without compromising on the fun. [Read more…]