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
Found Treasures
An easy way to decorate your home, yard, and outdoor space is with free items. With no cost and very little effort, you can have a comfortable, lovely home and garden. I’m always open to picking up free things because it’s easy and the price is right. My neighborhood is the best for picking up… Continue reading Found Treasures
Tissue Box Slip-Cover Give Away on Go Gingham
Since I know not everyone wants to sew a slip-cover for a tissue box, I’m giving this one away! This cover would look adorable in your kitchen, I just know it. Here are the rules: Tissue Box Slip-Cover Give Away on Go Gingham Leave a comment below telling me if you like small gingham squares… Continue reading Tissue Box Slip-Cover Give Away on Go Gingham
Sewing Project: Tissue Box Slip-Cover
I love sewing but I wouldn’t dream of sewing a slipcover for a sofa or some other large piece of furniture. Too overwhelming! Too much time! I’d much rather sew something small, using my fabric scraps, and that I can start and finish in an afternoon. This tissue box slip-cover fits that criteria. These covers… Continue reading Sewing Project: Tissue Box Slip-Cover
Go Gingham 