I absolutely love all of these ideas on creating art for your home, using items you love, collect, and/or probably already own or can pick up at thrift stores and garage sales. Simple, easy and super affordable… These are old postcards I picked up at a flea market for 25 cents each and the frames […]
Fun & Delicious Holiday Cocktails…As Good As Dessert! (And 2 Affordable Red Wine Picks)
Though I haven’t tried any of these cocktails personally…they all look delicious and would make for a nice addition to holiday get-togethers. You don’t have to have an entire bar set up with hundreds of choices when hosting a dinner. One “signature” drink for cocktails is just fine. Here’s 17 recipes for something a little different […]
Small Pet Beds…That You Can Make For Free
LAST MONTH…We have 4 cats and because last year I tossed out a couple of ratty pet beds, I was in the market for some new ones. They actually prefer plain old cardboard boxes but with the weather cooling down, I wanted something with a bit of warmth against the hardwood floors and tile. Well, […]
13 Very Clever (But Easy) Ways to Repurpose Old Drawers
I have seen a lot of cute DIY projects but the following ideas, using dresser drawers, are some of my favorite. These are perfect projects for old dressers you were going to sell or donate, broken dressers that still have the drawers, or dressers you can pick up for next to nothing at a thrift […]
Easy Nature Crafts…Great For Kids (And Even Adults)
I love decorating with items from nature. In the summer I use flowers and herbs from my yard and in the fall; leaves, pinecones and autumn grasses fill my vases. It doesn’t cost a lot and I like bringing the “outdoors” inside. Thanks to Meghan from Babysitting.net for this great article that includes 24 different […]
How To Help Your Child Deal With The Death Of A Pet
It’s no secret I love animals and have had pets my entire life. I can’t imagine not having a pet as part of our family.
Carpet and Furniture Stains… Cleaning Tips
I saw this article on how to get rid of stains on carpet and furniture and found the tips interesting.
How To Make Inexpensive Floral Arrangements & $10 or Less Gluten-Free Pizza
I love having floral arrangements scattered throughout our house, especially when we entertain, but I don’t like the expense of them. Today Ashley and I show you how to make some quick, easy, and affordable arrangements using flowers from the grocery store mixed with items from my yard. All of the vases we use, including […]
$1.00 Store Finds…This Month’s Favorites
I shop at The Dollar Tree but even if you don’t have that particular store in your area, these are basic items you can find at any $1 store.
Labor Day – Fast, Easy & Cheap Table Decor
Whether you’re having company over for a Labor Day barbecue or you just want to add some festive flair to your home for the holiday, you don’t have to spend a lot of money or time to whip up some red, white, and blue fun. FOR THE DINING TABLE – You can pick up bandanas […]
Easy Homemade Napkins…No Sewing Required
Honestly, sewing is not a strength of mine. I can and will sew a button back on a shirt or skirt but that’s the extent of my sewing expertise. So when I saw these no-sew napkins in my “Freakin’ Fabulous On A Budget” by Clinton Kelly book, and saw that they were made from old shirts, […]
As Seen On TV – Windshield Wonder (Did It Work?)
I have so much fun trying out these “As Seen On TV” products. I’ve been very surprised at how well some of them work (my favorites so far have been the Genie Bra and Gray Away.) This month I decided to try Windshield Wonder because my car windows were really dirty and I actually found one, […]
Surprising Uses For Your Dishwasher
Would I ever cook salmon in one? I think not! Would I put my keyboard in the dishwasher, even after I took all the electronic guts out of it? Definitely no. But for plastic toys, baseball caps, and even AC vents: absolutely!
Wacky or Clever? 15 Cleaning Products for Those of Us Who Hate to Clean
I admit I am not one of “those people” who likes to clean house. Oh sure, I know there are some who actually find cleaning the house therapeutic but seriously, give me a good book instead. I think I kept my house much cleaner when my child was young and now that it’s just my husband and me, […]
Alternative Uses for Cola…Who Knew?
I’m sure most people aren’t sitting around sipping a cola, wondering, “What else can I do with this drink?” But the other day I read where someone cleaned the rust off of their car engine using cola and rags and I was like, “WHAT?” The same stuff people drink can take rust off? Anyway, […]
Help Your Child Learn To LOVE Reading…
I grew up loving to read and now as an adult, it’s my very favorite thing to do. I’d rather read than shop, cook, garden or really, anything else. When my sister and brother and I were young, my mom would take us to the library as a treat where we could check-out as many […]
6 Steps To Cleaner Indoor Air…
With 4 cats, closed windows during the heat of summer, and lots of blowing winds that bring in the outdoor dust when I do open the windows, I’m always looking for ways to keep our house smelling fresh and the air clean. I love these tips from Amanda Hearn at The Eco-Friendly Family that Moms […]
Update Your Home…On A Budget
I personally need to update some of the rooms in our home but I haven’t because the things I want to do are either too expensive or too time-consuming. Then, I found this article…
Eat, Drink And Look Good…All On A Budget
Even though my dishes, outfit and food were all bargain-buys, I don’t think they look, or taste it. So if your table needs some freshening up or you need a “new” outfit, check out some of these deals…
Throw A Baby Shower For Less & Find Fabulous But Cheap Maternity Clothes…Everything Baby For Less
Throwing a baby shower for a friend or family member? Pregnant and trying to find maternity clothes you can actually afford?