Tag Archives: Smart tip

Video: Create DIY garden markers

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Sarah Chain

Sarah Chain shows two ideas for do-it-yourself garden markers made from utensils, corks, skewers and chalkboard paint in this May 12, 2013, Smart tip video.

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Video: Create yarn eggs for Easter

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Sarah Chain

Sarah Chain shows you how to create yarn eggs for Easter in this Smart tip video created March 22, 2013.

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Video: Create a hanging organizer for scarves

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Sarah Chain

Create a hanging scarf organizer by attaching shower hooks to a clothes hanger, all for less than $5.

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Video: It’s all about the butter with holiday cookies

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Sarah Chain

In this December 2012 Smart tip video, Sarah Chain shows you how to get the best cookies by watching how soft the butter is.

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Smart video: Stay warm with different scarves

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Sarah Chain

Sarah Chain welcomes fall by showing a few ways to wear a scarf, depending on its length or weight.

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Video: Make a monster bookmark

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Bethany Fehlinger

Help give your kids something to scream about when it comes to school: Make monster bookmarks to add pizzazz to their books.

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Video: Add some oomph to your water

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Sarah Chain

Sarah Chain shows you an easy way to add flavor to your water and stay hydrated throughout the day.

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Enjoy winter: Make your own hot cocoa

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Sarah Chain

Despite the expected high of 59 degrees today, it is winter (no worries, I double-checked the calendar). And even when temperatures seem unseasonably warm, I still find there’s nothing better than coming home after a day of work, changing into … Continue reading →

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Make your own taco seasoning

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Sarah Chain

I happened upon a Pinterest “pin” a few months ago for DIY taco seasoning. And so this weekend, when I craved last-minute tacos for dinner, I dug a chicken breast out of the freezer and put the recipe to work. … Continue reading →

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Smart video: From trash to treasure

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Sarah Chain

In a season full of gift bags and gift wrap and gift tags, I was excited to find a different idea on Pinterest a few weeks ago. Instead of buying a new bag for every recipient, you can use a … Continue reading →

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