Remember when the Yahoo Finance crew was here and they filmed a segment? Ever since then, I've been trying to get a film crew back at my house. I need a TV show, don't I? "The Go Gingham TV Show" would be fine by me. I've been talking about it to everyone I know and… Continue reading Go Gingham TV Show
Tag: frugal ideas
Early Summer Dinner Group
Enjoying the company of good friends and sharing a pot-luck, home-cooked meal with our dinner group is the ultimate in frugal, fancy, and fun entertaining. I always look forward to these regular, neighborhood gatherings. It’s especially nice when it’s an early summer dinner group get together and we can sit outside, even if it’s only… Continue reading Early Summer Dinner Group
Home From Spain
Hello dear readers - I’m back from a fantastic home swap and trip to Spain. My yard, garden, and email accounts are getting back under control finally. It’s amazing how many weeds can grow in 3-weeks time! There’s still a stack of mail and travel documents that need attending but I’m hoping if I ignore… Continue reading Home From Spain
Dining Room Table Ping-Pong
My dining room table gets a workout. Even though we eat dinner at it every evening, it also doubles as a spot for homework, art projects, and ping-pong. Yes, ping-pong. We don’t have a separate ping-pong space in our house – ok, I’m sure I could find one in the basement – but ping-pong tables… Continue reading Dining Room Table Ping-Pong
Personalizing a Wedding
Your wedding day is a special day. It is the union between your beloved and you. Every relationship is unique and deserves unique recognition. Since my fella sprouts from Kansas, I hail from Oregon, and we reign in Alaska; we have decided on a super simple ceremony. Just the parents will be here, local family… Continue reading Personalizing a Wedding
Home Swapping 3 Different Methods
Today’s guest post is by Shelley Miller, Home Exchange Expert. Shelley has done many home exchanges and she and I both agree that home swapping makes travel affordable for families. Shelley has lots of great tips about travel so please check out her site. Your next vacation could be a home exchange and these 3… Continue reading Home Swapping 3 Different Methods
How to Make a Waistband Smaller
When buying clothing second-hand, you don’t always get the best fit, especially if you can’t try the pants on first. This applies to hand-me-downs as well . Clothing can be almost but not quite the right size and you still want it to work. Knowing how to do a few basic alterations is really helpful… Continue reading How to Make a Waistband Smaller
Love of Valentine’s Day
I love Valentine’s Day. Yes, it’s gotten too commercial but what holiday hasn’t? Valentine’s Day is special because it makes me stop and take a day to say, “Hey, I’m not taking you for granted.” Or, "How about we have a lunchtime date today?" It also gives me an excuse to wrangle an extra hug… Continue reading Love of Valentine’s Day
Love the Lunchtime Date
Looking for a date idea for Valentine’s Day? Have a lunchtime date with your sweetie. Go ahead and schedule it right now. I’ll wait…you won’t be sorry. It seems extra extravagant when having a daytime date. And, when kids are in school, the parents should have a little fun, shouldn’t they? Dining at lunch, especially… Continue reading Love the Lunchtime Date
Frugal Gift Ideas for Teachers
It’s nice to show the people in your life who spend time with your children, how much they mean to you and your child. Teachers, school administrators, librarians, and day care providers all enjoy receiving a little bit of holiday cheer. While I do believe families should save their money rather than spend it, here… Continue reading Frugal Gift Ideas for Teachers
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