I love to make decorative paper mache bowls from newspaper and use tissue paper as the top layers. I know that a lot of people turn this paper mache process into a big and involved project by making paper mache pulp in their blenders. My motto is keep it simple and my results have been very satisfying.

Making your own Extreme Incense is very easy. Once you get the hang of it, you will be making some as gifts for friends and family alike. It is a great hobby and creative outlet. You might even decide to turn it into a business and sell your creations at the local flea market on the weekends.

Using soft materials and textiles in your home is a great way to add that warm, cozy feeling you are after. Fabrics that make you want to sit down and stay for some time are the best options for homeowners. Sometimes uncomfortable fabrics look great, but when it comes to use, they are no good. Sitting on a hard, scratchy couch is no fun for anyone. Instead, choose fabrics for your upholstery, drapes and accessories that are soft and comfortable. The more you want to sink into a cozy, comfortable couch, the better your home will feel.

Don’t overlook the addition of storage space to your new or existing home. Most homes are substantially lacking in storage space. Add built in bookshelves to the living room or dining room. Turn a broom closet near the kitchen into a food pantry. Small changes and additions will really add up.

Cloth diapers that I purchased as burp-cloths for my infant are used for cleaning up spills and dusting in my home. I have pets and a toddler so I can’t completely eliminate Herbal Potpourri paper towels but I use as few as possible. Once the diapers get older and beat-up, they go in a box to be used for washing the cars, or for my husband to use in his workshop.

Frank Sinatra and other singers have immortalized the romantic notion of autumn in the Big Apple. And the vivid changing colors of New England always come to mind when thinking about the season.

Fall Wedding Idea: How about an autumn wedding favor that’s good enough to eat? Thanks to the Internet, it’s easy to order unique, custom-made sweets, like jelly beans in fall colors or personalized M&Ms.