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.
If there are occasions when you wish you had the perfect costume jewelry to coordinate with an outfit, but your accessory department lacks much diversity, there’s a way to create custom jewelry for fairly cheap. Build your own custom jewelry kit filled with everything needed to make a unique necklace, bracelet or set of earrings on the run with no jewelry making skills needed...
...My mom was a wise woman and knew that she needed to connect with each one of us individually, so the “special day with mom” was born....
In the summer, my family likes to take spontaneous day trips and pack a picnic to take along with us. I’ve learned to pack picnic lunches in record time... Here are some tips for making a quick picnic lunch.
When celebrating your child's birthday, there are a few things you may want to consider to help your party become a success. Here are a few tips to help you stay organized while you plan for your child's big event...
When celebrating your child's birthday, there are a few things you may want to consider to help your party become a success. Here are a few tips to help you stay organized while you plan for your child's big event...
I don’t stress over taking meals to people. I use what I have and I know from past experience that any kind of meal is appreciated when you are in need. Even if you do get enchiladas two nights in a row!...
...summer is a great time for some good clean frugal fun! The weather is perfect for playing outside and even when it's not, there are still ways to have fun during the summer. Here are a few frugal ideas to help you keep the kids busy this summer....
When my cousin sent me pictures of her neighbor’s beautiful cherry tree, I couldn’t help but remember the mess I made when I canned cherries last year...
I grew up drinking sweet tea. In fact, we just called it tea, because there’s really no other way to drink it than sweet. Thankfully, making a pitcher of tea is just about as easy as drinking it. There are several different ways to do it...
Having children's books around the house is very important in helping to expose children to words and stories. As you start to collect children's books, you will want to organize them to help keep them handy and in good condition. Here are a few ways to organize or display your children's picture books...
Whether you are a small space gardener or you have a large yard to plant, there are a few supplies to keep on hand for your garden. Here are some must have tools to help you stay organized as you weed, plant and water your garden beds...
I like to think that the simple things in life, like working in the kitchen making “Friendship Bread,” not only create memories but also bond my daughter and I closer together...
Cooking on a gas grill is a great way to get dinner on the table. If you’ve never grilled before, I encourage you to give it a try. It’s quick, easy and the cleanup is a breeze...
When I attend a wedding, I try to bring a gift that will mean something to the newly married couple. Meaningful does not have to be expensive, though. Some of the best gifts are the most frugal ones!...
Fresh garden produce is one of the best things about summer. A wonderful way to use that produce is to make a veggie plate dinner. It highlights the fruits and vegetables that are in season. It’s also quick and easy to make...
'Tis the season to celebrate dad! While we don't spend a lot of money on Father's Day gifts, we still like to give personal gifts that make dad feel special. These frugal Father's Day ideas have always been a hit...