This week's home organization project was forced upon us because we had to I wanted to clear out the office (formerly known as "The Lincoln Bedroom") for the mini-redo. Our 'office' is a very small bedroom on the main floor of our 1914-bungalow. We I wanted to give it a new look and get a… Continue reading Home Organization Project 13
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Home Organization Project 7
This week's home organization project took much longer than anticipated. The kitchen pantry got tackled and it took 6+hours. To save time, cookbooks should have been sorted and baskets, bowls should have been rounded up before starting - rather than during the project. After almost 19-years in our home, the kitchen pantry needed attention. The… Continue reading Home Organization Project 7
Remaking a Belt
Dear 25-year-old Self, Buy bigger belts! You will not be the same size around the middle - despite all of your best intentions and hard work. Child birth, fashion, and gravity will all conspire against you, and your beautiful belts won't fit any longer. With love, from your 45+-year-old Self ps buy Apple stock. If… Continue reading Remaking a Belt
Kitchen Re-Do You Can Do
House re-do projects are expensive and kitchens seem to cost the most. The cost for kitchen renovations can range from $5,000 to $100,000. If your kitchen budget is less, consider these alternatives. They require more creativity but give you a unique kitchen without the cost. You'll save money and resources. Kitchen Re-Do You Can Do… Continue reading Kitchen Re-Do You Can Do
Smart and Simple Home Organization
Since the 1970’s one business that has soared in the United States is the “self-storage” or “mini-storage” industry. It seems that in this country, we need to store our stuff - and plenty of it - and there’s no room left inside of our homes. Home organization experts can be hired to help with the… Continue reading Smart and Simple Home Organization
Better Homes and Gardens circa 1947
If you’re following me on Instagram (if you're not - what are you waiting for?), then you know what the Mister brought home for me - a Better Homes and Gardens magazine from 1947. He found it at the Goodwill Outlet (otherwise known as “The Bins”). The ads are an absolute crack up! Here… Continue reading Better Homes and Gardens circa 1947
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle for the Holiday Season
With the shopping season in full swing, buying, shopping, and spending for the holidays doesn’t have to mean more trash. Pre-think your holiday shopping with thoughtful spending for the holidays and you can reduce, reuse, and recycle for the holiday season. It’s an easy way to be mindful of your budget and the environment. 1. … Continue reading Reduce, Reuse, Recycle for the Holiday Season
Thanksgiving and Harvest Decorations
My favorite type of decorations are those that can be eaten. Gourds, squashes, and pumpkins – all good for you vegetables - can be placed on a table, in a bowl or on the mantel for decorating. Then, you can roast them and eat them after you’ve enjoyed them for Thanksgiving and harvest decorating. By… Continue reading Thanksgiving and Harvest Decorations
Reducing FAITH Expenses: Apparel
This is the second in a series of money saving strategies for reducing your FAITH expenses. FAITH = food, apparel, insurance, transportation, and housing. Clothing yourself, a family, and a home is expensive but you don’t have to break the budget. With a little closet cleaning, party planning, and splurging, you can redirect your resources… Continue reading Reducing FAITH Expenses: Apparel
How to Use Egg Shells in the Garden
With my backyard chickens back in the swing of laying eggs for spring, I have lots of eggs, which means lots of egg shells. I use them in several ways and you can, too. Plant Grind Toast Compost How to Use Egg Shells in Garden Here are 4-quick ways to use egg shells in the… Continue reading How to Use Egg Shells in the Garden
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