Mustaches seem to be enjoying a bit of a revival (Brad Pitt, James Franco, Jason Giambini, the Yankees' firstbaseman to name a few). Even in housewares, the 'stache seems to be the "in" motif, see exhibit A here. We have come up with an easy, inexpensive way to make your your own glassware or mustache masks—sure to make great conversation and photos at your next gathering. You will need: Glassware, including wine glasses or coffee mugs—available for $1 each at Dollar Tree in Edgewater) Mustache Vinyl Rub-Ons or stencils. Those demonstrated here were purchased online for $6 at eaddesigns.com. …

Here's an easy gift to make that's adaptable to anyone on your Valentine list and uses supplies that are easy to find. You will need: 'Upcycled' container—Pringles cans or Crystal Light containers are perfect. Pretty Paper or Valentines Scissors Glue Ribbon Hole Punch Filler Items (since mine are for my boys, I fill them with Hershey Kisses and I-tunes gift cards) First, clean out your container and allow to dry. Punch holes in each side about 1/2 inch from the top. (This is where you will later attach the ribbon to hang it.) Decorate your container however you like with decorated papers and/…

With holiday decorations taken down and put away, the home front may be looking a little drab and in the need of a little pick me up. The old saying holds true, “one man’s trash in another man’s (or in this case woman’s) treasure." Especially at this time of year, strolling through local thrift and consignment stores can wield all kinds of treasures because nearly everyone is cleaning out their old stuff. Check out Parkwood Thrift on Mayo Road or Second Wind Consignments in Deale. Today's craft project is an English cottage centerpiece. You will need: E6000 glue (available at Kmart or Ace …

Instead of a resolution this year, what about setting some goals? One of my goals for 2011 is to plan weekly menus and meal plans. This will help my family save money because I'll be more likely to cook whats on the board instead of ordering pricey takeout. To help me get organized, I'm going to make a menu board for the kitchen. Most of the supplies for this project are available at Kmart in Edgewater. I also used items left over from previous crafting projects. Aside from a ruler, glue and scissors, you'll need: framed corkboard (I used an 11" x 17") black Sharpie™ Post It™ notepads push …