Big news at Go Gingham! Fusion NW was at our home recently to film a couple of segments for their show. Fusion NW airs locally in Portland on KOIN 6, Saturday mornings at 8am. It was very exciting and even inspired me to do a little house cleaning before the crew arrived. The first segment… Continue reading Lights, Camera, Action!
Year: 2011
Frugal and Easy Gifts
Giving gifts to friends and family members is something I love to do. I’m always on the lookout for gifts when I’m “shopping” at my usual spots. By “shopping” I mean the haunts I frequent – garage sales, estate sales, and second hand stores. With a little imagination, simple sewing, and a spin in the… Continue reading Frugal and Easy Gifts
Do It Yourself Project: Framing Artwork
I’m always on the lookout for wooden frames. Wooden frames, with or without the glass in them, are generally the least expensive item at garage sales, estate sales, and second-hand stores. Who wants frames without glass, matting material, and artwork? I do! You’ll want them, too, after you see how easy it is to frame… Continue reading Do It Yourself Project: Framing Artwork
Understand the Financial Crisis by Viewing
As a fitting end to financial literacy month let’s try to educate ourselves about, not just our own financial situation but, that of the country, and in the process maybe we’ll learn a little about ourselves. The enormity and scope of the financial crisis is so all encompassing and affected so many people that it’s… Continue reading Understand the Financial Crisis by Viewing
And The Winner of the Tissue Box Cover Is…
Jessyka! Congratulations. Jessyka is a knitter and a sewer – and you can read about her projects here. Thanks to everyone who left a comment. If you didn’t win the cover but you’d like to sew one yourself, please click here to find the pattern, pictures, and how to directions. Want to read about the… Continue reading And The Winner of the Tissue Box Cover Is…
Saving Seeds from Your Garden
Sometimes I try a do it yourself project and it works. Sometimes, not so much. These are seeds I gathered from our vegetable garden last fall. Pumpkin, squash, pepper, and arugula. Saving seeds is supposed to be simple. These seeds are ready to plant. I think. Keep your fingers crossed for me. I’ll keep you… Continue reading Saving Seeds from Your Garden
Turn Artwork Into Wall Decor
When you have bare walls that need decorating in your home, do you automatically think how expensive it will be to adorn your walls with artwork? It can be expensive, unless you use your children’s (or perhaps your own) creations, displayed in used frames. The best part of this display? None of my frames match… Continue reading Turn Artwork Into Wall Decor
Store Security Tag Still Attached to Coat
This question comes from my dear friend, Darcy. Darcy loves it when I call her from an estate sale or garage sale and say, “Get over here, fast!” - she comes running! She’s one of my regular partners in crime when I head to “The Bins” for some shopping fun. Our field trips to the… Continue reading Store Security Tag Still Attached to Coat
Learn to Shop at Goodwill Outlet Store
One of the best ways to save money at home is by purchasing used items, instead of new. If you’d like to learn to shop at one of my favorite used clothing, furniture, and book stores, come join me for a field trip adventure! Read on for details and see what I love to purchase… Continue reading Learn to Shop at Goodwill Outlet Store
Sticky Pasta Solution
This reader’s question comes from my Mother-in-law’s dear friend, Kim. Kim lives in Nassau, Bahamas, where life is always good and the sun is warm year round. Kim writes, “You would think after eons of cooking I'd have most answers but I don't. Twelve of us (the family) were coming over for pasta. One recipe… Continue reading Sticky Pasta Solution
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