Having guests over, whether it’s for an intimate dinner for 4, or a cocktail party for 50, it doesn’t have to be stressful, expensive or intimidating: anyone can do it with a few simple guidelines.
719Woman.com…In The NEW YORK TIMES!
I am beyond excited that our website was mentioned in The New York Times today! Last week I got an email from Steven Kurutz, features reporter at the New York Times. Before opening the message I kind of assumed it was something like “Would you like to buy a subscription?” or that it was totally fake […]
Kitchen “Secrets” That Save You Time & Money
Anything that can save me time and money is a good thing. I really like and have used most of these helpful tips and tricks (48 in all) that can and will not only save you money but lots of time in the kitchen. From removing spots off your silverware to keeping veggies crunchy, these […]
Reusing Common Leftovers…Seeds, Stems, Stalks & More (Saving You Money)
I have been saving my chicken bones and vegetable scraps for years, freezing them until I have a bag of each and then making my own homemade stock, which essentially costs me nothing. I’ve used overly ripe avocados on my hair, which adds lots of shine and moisture, and eases my conscience because I didn’t […]
Novemember Hostess Gift Ideas…$10 or Less
I think it’s a nice gesture to bring a small token of your appreciation when invited to dinner at someone’s house. A hostess gift doesn’t have to be expensive, just something you think your host would like or could use. It can of course be a bottle of wine or flowers but there’s nothing stopping […]
Radon….Is Your Home Safe?….You Might Be Surprised
I have a friend who is selling his house and during the inspection process, it tested high for radon. Now I have to admit that off the top of my head, I couldn’t even remember what radon was.
Tax Valuation Guide For Donated Goods
To me, it’s a win-win situation….you get a write-off, donate to good causes (even if you can’t financially make contributions) and you get rid of items you don’t need but someone else could use. Coats, sweaters and other cold-weather items are always especially needed this time of year.
50 Free or Discounted Birthday Deals You Can Enjoy
One thing we all have in common? We celebrate a birthday each year. And to help you celebrate and save money, here is a list of 50 freebies (or discounted deals) you can receive on your special day. A few of them only require you showing up with a valid ID (like at Denny’s where […]
Uses for Plastic Strawberry Containers
This summer, in an effort to eat healthier, I upped my servings of fruits and vegetables and watched the amount of processed foods I was consuming. I shopped more at our local farmers market and took advantage of produce sales at the grocery stores. As a result, I do feel better but now I have […]
Save Money With Generic Brands…22 Of The Best
Generic products are almost always cheaper than their brand name counterparts. But do they work as well? Are they really equal to the more expensive item? For the most part, I personally almost always buy generic when it’s available, whether it be cleaning products, health and beauty products, or food items. When I’m trying to decide […]
Get Your Yard Fall Ready…10 Great Tips
I swear I do not know where the summer went! Just as I was about to get all my summer yard projects finished, which I never actually do, it’s time to start planning for the cooler months. Besides fall planting, raking, and pruning, here are a few other things you might want to consider doing in […]
Labor Day Events…
Even though fall doesn’t officially begin until September 22nd, Labor Day is considered the “unofficial last day of summer.” Couple that with the fact a lot of people have Monday off, and you know there are going to be tons of fun activities planned for the weekend. And a lot of the events are free. […]
September Savings…
Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer which means tons of great deals on summer clearance items. Summer-related items will be deeply discounted so stores can make room for all the new fall/holiday stock coming in. Bad news (for me) is colder weather is coming but the good news is I do like to […]
Fresh Herbs…Buy Now For The Fall & Winter Months…And Root Some In Water
My point of this is that if you want fresh herbs, which are a heck of a lot cheaper if you grow them yourself instead of buying at the grocery store, you should shop for them sooner rather than later.
Stick Vacs…5 Of The Best, Ranging from $40 to $550 – How Do They Compare?
We have a 3-story house, just had new carpet installed (our home flooded last year with all the rain,) live with four messy cats who don’t know how to wipe the cat litter off their paws, and I have rheumatoid arthritis. Why do I mention these 4 things? Because for me, carrying our vacuum up […]
Easy & Inexpensive Storage Ideas
No matter the time of year, it seems like I’m constantly doing “spring cleaning and organizing.”
An Inexpensive Saturday….Margarita at Pine Creek & Pueblo’s The Riverwalk
Last Saturday my husband and I wanted to do something that wasn’t too expensive, too far away and that would be outdoors. Well I remembered reading about the Colorado Farms & Art Market at the Margarita at Pine Creek in the Colorado Springs Independent and had never been there so we went.
What Not to Buy New – Do You Agree?
There simply are certain things you don’t ever buy new. Here are some of my “hard and fast” rules, but I really want to hear from you: What are some things you never will buy new?
Getting Back On A School Schedule
Here’s some easy tips on getting back on the school schedule. And even if you don’t have kids, there are also some great tips you can use for getting yourself better organized before rushing off to work.
Easy Ways to Get Rid of (And Prevent) Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are not only annoying, as they buzz around, landing on picnic food and swarming around sugary drinks, looking for the perfect landing spot on your body, but they can also cause serious illnesses. Depending on where you live, mosquitoes can cause malaria, encephalitis, yellow fever, west Nile fever, and now the Zika virus. (Among others.) There aren’t […]