Let's face it: Times are tight and budgets are shrinking. But there are ways to stretch, and even (gasp!) have fun doing it! This blog is about finding ways to get more from every household dollar, and enjoy every precious minute.
Have you been to a thrift store lately? There are so many charming items that can be turned into practical pieces around your home! Here are a few ideas for using thrift stores items from my house...
Sometimes it can be difficult to come up with a quick meal idea for a loved one who is sick, recently had a baby or maybe had surgery. The easiest and simplest way to handle these situations is to have something ready in your freezer...
...if I'm going to spend the time to plant and nurture something, I want to make sure I get the most out of it and lawn and perennials are a great investment! Here are some tips when tending to your lawn and garden...
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Don’t toss out your ice cube trays just because you now have an automatic ice maker in your freezer. There are a lot of great uses for this old-fashioned kitchen item...
Asparagus is a great special occasion side dish. I typically just roast it in some olive oil, salt and pepper with a little Parmesan cheese. And while that is simple and delicious, I thought it was time for something a little “sassier"...
Paint-by-number paintings have made a comeback as “kitchy” art, but there are so many ways to enjoy the colorful whimsy of these craft kits. Since they are usually made from a cardboard substance they can easily be crafted into unique projects...
How many school lunches can you pack before you run out of ideas and your children get bored with the same thing every week? All it takes is simple suggestions from other parents on what they are packing to get you out of a boring lunch-packing routine...
Typically our family stays home during spring break to save money since it’s an expensive time to vacation. Since we don't want the boys to feel slighted, we tend to go on day trips during this time...
Wednesday, April 06, 2011
...With two teenage daughters and my own pile of cosmetics I knew it was time to find some simple organizing solutions to help us keep them contained and accessible...
As we see the recession wear on, there is no question that more and more people realize they can’t afford to drop $20 to $30 on a restaurant meal. People are cooking and eating at home and learning to cook from scratch. I should say “we”...
For years, artists have transformed silverware pieces into beautiful jewelry, wind chimes and more. Some of these projects require special tools to create, but there are unique projects using simple flatware that you can create right at home....
Although we have a colorfully decorated house, I tend to favor white or neutral colored cabinets, walls and flooring to act as a blank canvas to the colorful furniture, accessories and collections we have. There are a few other things in our home I prefer in white or clear only...
...The one element that is necessary to save is coupons. But, where do you find them? Coupons are found in numerous places now. Below is a brief listing of many resources I utilize for finding these little pieces of money waiting to be given to you!...
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
On-the-go kids mean on-the-go taxi driving moms who spend half their lives living in their cars, taking their adorable children from one activity to the next. ...This is how I keep my car organized...
This spicy bean and cheese dip will keep drawing you back to the bowl! Plus, there is no need to feel bad about going back…and back and back to the bowl...
Last Christmas, my husband gifted me a new coffee maker that brews individual cups of coffee, one at a time using little pre-made coffee pods. Now with a surplus of standard coffee filters, I thought I could make some coffee packs to save a little money while traveling...