I'm always adding new articles because I have found so much good stuff to share that you will surely find of great use to you and your family and friends. Much of what I share involves getting back to the basics and doing for ourselves. Simply click the above image to see the latest of the greatest finds.

I'm big into DIY projects and finding ways to improve things, saving time and money. Quite frankly, I'm tired of paying for overpriced junk and for other people's mistakes. If I'm going to pay for anyone's mistakes, they should be my own. If you agree, then click the above image for all sorts of ingenious ideas.

There's a plethora of stuff and information that I've found to share and I like to feature my favorites for quick and easy future reference -- for myself as well as all of you. Some I've already tried myself and will do again; some I am looking forward to trying. Just click the above image to see what I've added to my faves list.

Saturday, February 28, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Hiking in North Cascades National Park

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture taken while Hiking in North Cascades National Park. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Friday, February 27, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Moritzburg Castle, Saxony, Germany

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Moritzburg Castle in Saxony, Germany. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Thursday, February 26, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Farm Near Salzberg, Austria

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of a Farm Near Salzberg, Austria. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: The Parc of Chateau de Gressy

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a painting of The Parc of Chateau de Gressy. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Tuesday, February 24, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Moraine Lake in Banff National Park

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Monday, February 23, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Wooden House in Gossau, Switzerland

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of a Wooden House in Gossau, Switzerland. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Sunday, February 22, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: The River Swale, North Yorkshire

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of The River Swale in North Yorkshire. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Saturday, February 21, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Kurow Anglican Chapel, New Zealand

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Kurow Anglican Chapel in New Zealand. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Friday, February 20, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Tropical Gardens

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Gardens somewhere in the tropics. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Schloss Grafenegg, Austria

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Schloss Grafenegg in Austria. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Nago-Torbole, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Nago-Torbole in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: English Tudor Mansion

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of an English Tudor Mansion. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Monday, February 16, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Bullfrog Lake, Fresno County, California

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Bullfrog Lake in Fresno County, California. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Sunday, February 15, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: The George H. Cox House in Bloomington

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of The George H. Cox House in Bloomington. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Saturday, February 14, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: The Autumn Gift

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a painting of The Autumn Gift. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Friday, February 13, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Eddleman-McFarland House, Fort Worth, Texas

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of Eddleman-McFarland House in Fort Worth, Texas. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Thursday, February 12, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Ghent, Belgium

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Ghent, Belgium. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: North Conway Railway Station, New Hampshire

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of North Conway Railway Station in New Hampshire. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Mt. Shucksan in the North Cascades

Today's 200-piece puzzle is a picture of Mt. Shucksan in the North Cascades. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Monday, February 9, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of Regensburg in Bavaria, Germany. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Sunday, February 8, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Neuschwanstein Castle

Today's 300-piece puzzle is a picture of Neuschwanstein Castle. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Saturday, February 7, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Fiji Taveuni Orange Anthias

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of Fiji Taveuni Orange Anthias. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Friday, February 6, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Summer in Trentino, Italy

Today's 300-piece puzzle is a picture of Summer in Trentino, Italy. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Thursday, February 5, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of the Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: A Farm in the Swiss Alps

Today's 400-piece puzzle is a picture of a Farm in the Swiss Alps. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Breakfast at The Cliff Bay Hotel

Today's 300-piece puzzle is a picture titled Breakfast at The Cliff Bay Hotel. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Monday, February 2, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: Jenne Farm in Reading, Vermont

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of Jenne Farm in Reading, Vermont. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html

Sunday, February 1, 2015

Jigsaw Puzzle: White Mountain National Forest in Maine

Today's 250-piece puzzle is a picture of White Mountain National Forest in Maine. At the bottom you'll find quick tips for using the puzzle app with a link to the full instructions below that. Feel free to post your time in the comments section and remember you can always pause it and come back to it later. =)



Quick Tips for Using the Puzzle:
  • If you like to start with the edges, you can use the button on the bottom left of the screen to display the edge pieces only. Once you get them all in place, the rest of the middle pieces will automatically appear.
  • If you need to see the picture during the process of solving it, just click the button at the top right of the screen for a quick view. To close the picture view, just click the arrow at the bottom left of that window.
  • To start over, just click the Menu button at the top left and select the "Pull Pieces Apart" option.
http://purpleirisperspective.blogspot.com/2015/01/full-instructions-for-using-jigsaw.html