I had a lot of fun making this apron, and I love how it turned out. It is just the cutest thing and I almost love it too much to get it dirty. The denim front is from an itty bitty pair of Calvins that I’ll never get my post-baby hips into. Rather than continue the delusion [...]
Declutter one room at a time, and start with your most difficult room first. You will have a huge sense of accomplishment when you finish, and all other rooms will seem easy in comparison. Start with a visible area of the room (rather than a closet or a drawer) to give yourself instant gratification. As [...]
Valentine’s Day is one of those holidays that you either love or your dread. Obviously if you are single, you do your best to ignore the cheesy commercials on TV, the cute teddy bears in the stores, but don’t worry – you have the advantage of heading back to the candy aisle the day after [...]
Are you looking for a gift idea that is both romantic and frugal? The good news is, romantic doesn’t have to be expensive. You may be on a limited budget, but that doesn’t mean you are on limited creativity. With a little brain juice, and a small amount of planning, you can come up with [...]
As many of you know, I’ve been a huge fan of Pinterest for quite some time. My family would probably say I’m a bit addicted to it, but hey, we all need our vices. Right? Lately though I’ve been having a love/hate relationship. I still love Pinterest, I still spend way too much time [...]
This year I have been brainstorming stocking stuffer ideas for my family and wanted to share them with you. I began with 101 ideas but it has now grown to 105 (thanks Karen!). I hope you enjoy them. 105 Inexpensive Stocking Stuffers: Candy Chap stick Socks Make-up Gift cards Ear buds Yo-yos Silly putty Movie [...]
You do not have to spend a lot of money in order to have a beautifully decorated Thanksgiving table. Instead, take the kids, go on a nature walk, and collect interesting things you can use to create a one-of-a-kind Thanksgiving centerpiece. You can also take things you already own and repurpose them into frugal Thanksgiving [...]
Remember that big empty spot in the middle of our sectional sofa? You know, the place that doesn’t hold the remote, a drink, or the bowl of popcorn? Yes, that one. You will be relieved to know that it’s gone now, and we now have a coffee table in its place. Did you just [...]
Learn 8 tips on how you can have a Frugal Thanksgiving from this guest post by Jocelyn Anne. Just because somewhere along the line Thanksgiving became synonymous with an overabundance of food, does not mean that you can’t have a frugal Thanksgiving. In fact, I’d say there’s all kinds of fun to be had if [...]
Is RV Living for You? Have you ever dreamed of selling your home so you could travel the country with your family in an RV? This idea of RV living has always appealed to me and it’s a hot topic on KOA’s Around the Campfire Community. I love the idea of simplifying life, enjoying more [...]
5 Smart Ways to Save on Furniture is a guest post written by Mariana Ashley As much as I hate to see her go, my daughter finally decided to leave the coop and live entirely on her own (no roommates). I told her to stay a home a little longer until she was a tad bit [...]
Homemade Adult Halloween Costumes Summer is winding down, the kids are back in school, and we are starting to get a break from the blistering heat. And what does all of that mean? Fall is right around the corner! Changing leaves, hot apple cider, and pumpkin bread are some of my favorite things about fall. [...]
Organization skills are not just for adults. Children must also learn to be organized to get the best out of every opportunity that comes up. A child who is not organized misses many opportunities. You can help your child have a better childhood while imparting those vital lessons all children need as they grow into [...]
The Frugal Florist Notes from the Field Picture this: you walk in the house and throw your purse on the couch, turning toward the dining table. Expecting to see the usual collection of school papers, empty glasses, bills due and maybe the errant sock or two, you’re pleasantly surprised by what you see, instead: [...]
70 Frugal Birthday Party Games is a collection of fun and easy games you can play at your child’s next birthday party! . Let the Games Begin! Back to Back Balloon Pop Arrange the children into teams of 2. Have each team stand back to back while an adult places a balloon between each of [...]
I love a great deal, and I also love shopping online. The hustle and bustle of the malls are a lot of fun, and I enjoy the Christmas spirit, but it isn’t always the best place to find a good deal. The beauty of online shopping is you can visit all your favorite stores, shop [...]
After you’ve carved your pumpkins , roast the seeds for a delicious and nutritious snack. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Remove all of the seeds from the inside of the pumpkin. Clean the seeds – remove all of the pumpkin and stringy pieces with cold water. Dry seeds off and lay them on a cookie sheet. Spray [...]
Decorating for fall is all about bringing the beautiful colors of autumn into your home. It is about the deep reds, oranges, and golden yellows of the changing leaves, as well as the beautiful colors found in pumpkins, gourds, flowers, and other vegetables. When you decorate your home for fall, create vignettes in different areas – little [...]
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