Have you ever put your phone down, leave the room and the only way you can find it is to call yourself? I’ve done it. Mine is usually buried under a stack of papers! My sister, Elaine, suggested a phone stand for my desk to avoid “misplacing” it. She’s a lot like me. She loves to update and especially embellish things.

It’s that time of year again. Time to celebrate mothers everywhere! Or at least your own mom! I always invite my parents and mother-in-law over for a Sunday brunch. A brunch menu is easier to prepare than dinner and after everyone goes home, you have a free afternoon.

My friend Pam Boelk is a big Goodwill shopper and DIY crafter. This month she’s cashing in on the Mason jar craze with some creative drinking glasses and candle ideas.

Oversized cocktail rings are big fashion accessories. The bigger and bling-ier the better. (Is bling-ier a word? It should be!). Like all your jewelry, keeping it organized and at hand makes getting ready in the morning a breeze.

There’s more than one way to dress up your dinner table. Color coordinate your forks and knives with the table setting. 

Since April is Earth Month, I wanted to come up with a simple “upcycle” idea using an item readily available at Goodwill. I tend to create more girly things than masculine ones, so I decided to make something for men.

Record albums are a thing of the past (except with some collectors). But there is lots of random, old vinyl available at Goodwill stores. 

Easter Sunday, another occasion to gather your family around the table. I know the day gets hectic, so I always set the table the day before any party. It’s one last thing to worry about when guests descend on your house.

I have two egg coloring ideas for Easter this year. One for the kids and another for an elegant table. 

This year forget the typical Easter basket. Get creative and display eggs in something different. Goodwill is a great place to start!