The New Year and its resolutions are upon us! I actually love the idea behind resolutions — even if I go about it a bit differently than most. Typically, I make a to-do list of things I hope to complete throughout the year. It’s kind of lik…
{The New Home Ec} New Year Cards: Procrastinator’s Holiday Greeting
Every year, the chaos of the holiday season gets to me, and something has to give. Christmas cards are the first to go at our house — not because I don’t love them! I love sharing holiday greetings with friends & family, providing our loved…
{The New Home Ec} New Year’s Eve Celebrations on a Budget
With just a few days left in 2011, it’s beyond time to make plans for the big night. I’m always coming at it last minute, too caught up in the Christmas season to plan ahead for the new year. Whether you’re partying at home or plannin…
{The New Home Ec} 20 Festive Dollar Store Projects for Gorgeous Home Decor
It’s time to deck the halls, and I’m sorry to say my holiday decor is looking a little sad. Most of it was purchased on Christmas clearance throughout the years, not that there’s anything wrong with that. A hodge-podge of kids’ …
{Babble: The New Home Ec} 8 Steps to Thanksgiving Dinner on a Budget
As the last of the leftover Halloween candy dwindles, it’s time to turn our attention to Thanksgiving—truly, my favorite holiday of the year. In just three weeks, I’ll be hosting my family for the big feast—at least 13 people in…
{Babble: The New Home Ec} 7 Ways to Re-Use Leftover Halloween Candy
Between overestimating our trick-or-treat crowd and underestimating the girls’ Halloween haul, there is always an abundance of candy come November. So, what are we supposed to do with all these Halloween treats? Oh, sure, they could eat it, but w…
Five Scams That Steal Your Christmas Twinkle
It’s that time of year again when cyber criminals are hard at work trying to separate you from your holiday joy. They’re busy tricking victims into contributing to made-up charities, investing in Ponzi schemes and bidding on phony auctions. All in an attempt to take advantage of your generosity and to steal your cash.
14 Days Until Christmas: Easy, Frugal Homemade Gifts (Spiced Wreath Ornaments)
The Countdown to Christmas is on—14 days until Christmas. Feature your business or website here—we have holiday sponsorship packages for every budget! I made miniature wreath ornaments over 27 years