Frugal Is the New Green

Frugal is the new green! That’s right, saving money can also be good for the planet. When it comes to decorating your home, reused materials are the way to go. Even if you’re not much of a “dumpster diver,” you can still find great stuff regardless of the type of decor in your home. Shop [...]

Ways to Use Old Hankies

If you have an old handkerchief or two lying around, I’ll bet they are packed in your drawer somewhere where you never get a chance to see them. If that’s the case, pull them out of there! Vintage hankies, especially when they have sentimental value, are a wonderful way to add some personality and charm [...]

Lower Your Car Insurance Rates in 4 Easy Steps

Guest post by Victoria at Ratelines.com Did you know you can do a few easy things to lower your car insurance rates? There are many ways to qualify for commonly offered discounts. Here’s a brief guide to finding these great discounts. 1. Install necessary vehicle safety equipment. If you put in driver-side air bags or [...]

Cookie Decorating Ideas

I was never much into cookies as gifts, per se, until I started working at a place that gave cookie bouquets to people. The cookies were decorated in different types of items from our business, and one large central cookie even had our logo placed carefully upon the top in frosting. It reminded me that [...]

How to Personalize Curtains

Window treatments are usually one of the largest expenses a homemaker can make in their new place. You want to dress your windows up but yet also probably don’t want to break the bank in doing so. There is always the option of making curtains yourself, but sometimes that’s very time consuming. If you can [...]

Artsy Blogging Links for May 17, 2010

I’m loving the artsy links this week. I know you will too. An Easy Celtic Interlace Necklace Lion Brand yarns asked Noreen to design a project for them. She suggested a Celtic Interlace medallion necklace and they said, ‘Yes!’. Here’s the link to an easy and lovely necklace. Beading Arts Rubber glass? Rubber glass?!? What [...]

Where to Meet New Friends

You know, we talk a lot about how to meet new people in regards to the relationship side of things, but meeting new friends is just as important. When you get a little older, you still need friends. New people can help get you out of your comfort zone and into learning new things. Besides [...]

Ways to Keep Your Mealtime Sane

Does your family wolf down their meal in minutes? Sit in the front of the TV staring straight ahead without ever talking with one another? Is dinner time even something that happens in your house? If you’re answered yes to any of these, maybe I can help. Dinner time should be one of the most [...]

Unique Pot Pie Recipes

Pot pies have traditionally been a good way to use up leftover ingredients. There is something about digging in to a warm, crusty pot pie that can satisfy you on a cold night. But lest you think this dish is old-fashioned, many chefs over the last few years have taken this recipe to new heights. [...]

How to Be an Awesome Houseguest

With the holidays coming up, chances are you might be staying at someone’s house. While it’s great to have a free place to stay, it could also be filled with tension. Here are a few tips to ensure that your stay is pleasant and that you keep from irritating your hostess. (Not that you would [...]

Unique Gift Ideas

We all have that someone on our shopping list that is ridiculously hard to shop for. Perhaps it’s that really wonderful sister, or one of your kid’s teachers, or that great aunt that means so much to you. You want to get this person something that will really put a smile on their face, but [...]

How to Save on Household Bills

Everyone is looking to save a little these days, right? But if you think you need to really cut back in order to save a few bucks, I’m here to tell you that sometimes it’s the small things that make the biggest difference. Take household bills, for example. Bundling services or even turning off certain [...]

Artsy Blogging Links for May 10, 2010

Lots of great crafty links today! I’ve even got one from Frugal Home. Enjoy. Beading Arts Cyndi has launched the first installment of her brand new e-book on bead embroidery…and it’s free! Hurry over for your copy! Creative Dreamer June is setting up a montly creativity prompt, and would LOVE having you play along…come see [...]

Madeline Scrapbook Page

Did you know a new Madeline book came out last year? It’s significant because it was the first Madeline book released in the last fifty years. The author, John Bemelmans Marciano, is the grandson of Ludwig Bemelmans (author of the original Madeline books) and he penned Madeline and the Cats of Rome. About a year [...]

Inexpensive Ways to Entertain

Having friends over can be a wonderful way to spend time, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. In today’s tough economy, more and more people are choosing to entertain at home rather than go out. But even though home entertaining is less expensive, there are still quite a few ways that you can [...]

Inexpensive Ways to Indulge Your Hobby

The economy is tight right now, but that doesn’t mean that you have to give up having fun. If you have a hobby, there’s no better way to spend time. So how do you keep up with your favorite past times while still saving a few bucks? Here are some tips. var AdBrite_Title_Color = ’0000FF’; [...]

Hostess Gift Ideas

If you’re invited over for dinner by someone, should you bring a small gift as a token of appreciation? Sure you should! A hostess gift is one of those really thoughtful things that people hardly ever do anymore. Here are a few ideas on what you can bring: Blank Journal Some women like to jot [...]

Centerpiece Ideas

A table set with dishes, candles, and a nice centerpiece is a lovely way to show off a little decorating personality. Centerpieces can be created on your everyday kitchen table, dining room table, or even the coffee table. Here are a few ideas to make them memorable. Use the Season as Your Guide In the [...]

Tips for Finding Collectibles on eBay

Guest post by Sandra Schmidt I love collecting items! Over the years I have collected many different items. When I was young, I started a troll doll collection. Now I love to collect the Snow Village from Department 56. The problem is that collecting can be expensive! So how can you find your collectible cheaper? [...]

Frugal Home Quote: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.

Having a happy home is part of what this blog is all about. Frugal living simply means being smart about choices and putting your time and effort into what really counts. Not the cost of furniture, but making your home a pleasant place to be. That’s why I liked this quote from Oliver Wendell Holmes: [...]

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