A couple of years ago on a business trip on the other side of the country, I picked up a pair of pants on clearance at Banana Republic for less than $10. It wasn’t until several days later and when I had returned home that I realized the zipper placket was completely unstitched. The pants were inexpensive enough that I wasn’t motivated to return them and...

It’s that time of year… Back to school! We found a bunch of textbook perfect projects that will help you prepare for the upcoming school year. Get organized! Parents know that back to school means homework, school activities, sports, and more. Prepare yourself with projects that help you organize homework due dates, sports schedules, and weekend...

Moving into a new (or new-to-you) house can be exciting. But it can also mean needing some basic DIY skills that you may not have ever learned. We asked some experienced new homeowners and renters about what DIY and home maintenance tips they think are most important. What do new homeowners or young people living their first house need to know? We asked Twitter and...

Just in case there are some avid skaters (or parents of skaters) amongst our regular DIY and craft audience, we thought we would share the latest news about Shoe GOO. Eclectic Products, Inc., EXIT real word, and Cactus Skateboards recently launched the first ever Shoe GOO video contest! Shoe GOO Skate is looking for talented skaters to show off their skills and show...

We are constantly amazed by the innovative and stylish crafts that people produce using Eclectic Products. Stacie Grissom recently shared her secret to making a cute pair of shoes using some basic art supplies, household items, and ShoeGOO. Below are instructions… now hop to it and get crafty! You Will Need: Old pair of shoes, any kind will work. Shoe GOO ...

In the category of “random holidays,” we learn that July is not just National Hot Dog Month, but it’s also the National Month for baked beans, blueberries and ice cream. Sounds like a BBQ to us! As we are wont to do, we scoured the Internet to find the best of the best tips for prepping for and hosting a delightful backyard soiree. Prepping Check...

It’s summer and that means it’s time to start some home improvement projects. Lucky for you, there are abundant resources available for doable DIY projects. Avoid a DIY disaster with tips we found that help you choose your projects wisely and plan carefully. Step one: Do your research! Interior designers suggest searching the Internet for step-by-step...