It seems everywhere I turn, I see photos of friends, advertisements, videos and TV programs showing people having a great time on vacation. I admit, I am a little jealous, but instead of moping about it, I have come up with a plan that will enable this old gal to go on a vacation that is both budget friendly, and …
Turning an old 1993 Ford E350 shuttle van into a Glamping Bus
The Sturdy Sisters will be living the dream. We are going to turn this former church hauler, a 1993 Ford E350 handicap access van, into Grace-E our Glamping Bus extrodinaire. It will take a little work for sure but she has great “sturdy” bones. We found her on Craigslist. They were asking $600 dollars for her and she was parked …
Add storage without sacrificing style by hiding things in plain sight.
We live in a small house. Having a storage plan can make a big difference. I have found that having a place for everything and everything in its place is not only doable, it can also be done with out sacrificing style. It all begins with a plan. If you don’t have it mapped out on paper you will find yourself carting things all over the …
15 Must Have Tools for Every Woman’s DIY Basket
How many times have you been frustrated, when starting a project, to find that you don’t have, or can’t find the tools needed? This can de-rail even the simplest projects. I have found that the best way to avoid this frustration is to have my own tools kept together in a convenient place that will make quick work of getting the …
The Sturdy Sisters guide to collecting affordable Ironstone
I absolutely love the look and feel of Ironstone China, especially the simple white utilitarian pieces so popular with vintage farmhouse fans. It’s hefty, tactile, and serviceable. The fact that I can add pieces to my collection without breaking the bank is major as well. Spoiler alert: I have been known to mingle old pieces with new, and just occasionally …