Home and Garden Inexpensively
A few weeks ago, I saw a post on using empty toilet paper rolls to store & organize cords. I thought it was so brilliant that I immediately started saving our empty rolls. Then, I stumbled on a tip for using one as filler for frugal holiday decor, …
The temperature has been over 90° every day this week—finally hitting the 100° mark yesterday. But, as we say in Indiana, it’s not the heat…it’s the humidity! The “feels like” reading on my weather map has been over 100° all week. Yet, our central air hasn’t been on all summer. We typically leave the air [...]
I completed my taxes a couple weeks ago—it took several days of almost nonstop sorting through paperwork, emails & online accounts. I actually thought it would take longer—which likely means I’ve missed some receipts & deductions. My disorganization costs money all the time! I am so excited about my recent discovery—Shoeboxed is going to change [...]
It’s only when the power fails in our homes that we’re reminded of how much we rely on it—and electrical cover can take care of things should you suffer a blackout. Because whatever time of the year it happens, a power failure can be a huge hassle. Most of us will have experienced this type [...]
31 Days to a Better Budget Lowering Utility Costs Each day of the series offers new tips, ideas and a challenge to start the year with a solid financial plan. Some expenses are unavoidable—you need food, water, shelter—but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do about it. Many household expenses can easily be reduced [...]
If you are cleaning out your cupboard with Denise from Shopper Strategy, you may want to check out the January challenge on Coupon Teacher as well. I am inviting you to Tame Your Stockpile this month! Part One: Eating from Your Stockpile—One of the best ways to “Tame” your stockpile is to use some of [...]
In these less-than-stellar economic times, redecorating your house probably ranks as high on your priority list as sewing your head to the carpet. Yet, you still want a fresh look and a new vibe around the homestead. So how can one decorate while on the tightest of budgets? Repurposing, of course. Repurposing is simply using [...]
Last week, I received an email from a national bath shop with the news that Halloween-themed goods are now available. As much as I would like love hand soap dispensed from a ghost or a haunted house fragrance dispenser I deleted the message. It’s not just Halloween. I don’t want to bite and start down [...]
I have an unbelievable amount of cards in my possession. I have grocery store cards, loyalty cards, rental cards, library cards (for myself and 2 of the girls—Lorelai will be adding to my collection very soon!) and discount cards. I have plastic cards, paper cards and keychain cards. I’d love to carry them all with [...]












