Are you a true Chicoan? One that wants to show your pride for living in Chico in all its glory? Great! You’ve stumbled on a blog that was written just for you. We will get along quite nicely, especially if you love DIY projects almost as much as you love Chico.
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With summer right around the corner, we’ll all be spending more time in our yards and patios. When was the last time you redecorated outside? A great way to whip up a comfortable outdoor seating area is by repurposing indoor furniture, which can be found in abundance at second hand f
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Can you believe it’s almost the 4th of July already? With the heat upon us it’s time to cool down and start enjoying the summer holidays. Do you need a new patriotic outfit for that 4th of July BBQ you’re attending? Here are some great ideas with pictures and directions o
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Thrift stores are full of old wall art that has been donated by people who no longer want it or think it’s outdated or junk. However, the saying is definitely true; “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” because some of these wall art pieces you can find
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Summer is here, and the heat is on to save money on your seasonal wardrobe. These money saving tips for summer clothing will help you refashion last winter’s pieces and make it easy and fun! Even if you aren’t an expert seamstress, you can turn old winter clothes into something
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Father’s Day is on June 21st this year, which gives you a full month to come up with something great for the Dads in your life. No pressure, but it should be something cool, fun, and original. Something that says “I appreciate you and also know that you will never, ever wear al
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Is your baby graduating? It’s been a long time coming and is a milestone that can’t pass without a celebration. With college costs looming on the horizon, many parents can’t spring for a huge graduation party, even though it’s well deserved. Take some of the tips an
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Everyone knows that shopping at a second hand store is one of the best ways to save some money, but what you may not know is you could actually be making a profit off your favorite hobby! A growing part of our community is turning to resale as a way to make some extra cash. The Arc Store h
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Yeehaw! It’s time to bust out those cowboy boots and jean shorts, you’ve got a country concert to go to! Ah, one of the best times of the year for country lovers like you and me. There’s nothing quite like feeling the sun beating down on your skin, holding an ice cold ove
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