If you are like me, you might live in an area that citrus doesn’t quite grow so well. I live in the pacific northwest and although we rock at apples and lentils, citrus fruits just don’t fare well here outdoors. The good news is, you can still grow some citrus indoors year round and theyRead More
50+ Activities to Teach the Alphabet
One of the best parts of homeschooling is being able to think and teach outside the box and the classroom. This opens up all kinds of opportunities for fun activities, both inside and out and a way to make what seems like just a fun afternoon be a learning experience. In this post, I haveRead More
10 Free Knit Toy Patterns
Some of my most loved toys when I was a girl were my toys that my mom had made or ones that other relatives had fashioned. While not all of them were knitted, they were all loved very much. My grandfather made me a couple of baby cribs out of wood that were amazing andRead More
15 Strawberry Recipes + How to Freeze Strawberries
Learn how to freeze strawberries and enjoy them in these 15 strawberry recipes. I always get super excited when strawberry season starts. I am a huge fan of them and it practically kills me to have to take them off my shopping list during the off-season because of the high prices. Fortunately, strawberries are easyRead More
50+ Crafts to Teach the Alphabet
Teaching the letters can be so much fun, and crafts are a fun way to reinforce the letters and the sounds they make. Preschoolers and early elementary kids love to get messy and do crafts, and they are a great way to fine tune those fine motor skills and let your kid’s creativity shine whileRead More
10 Free Knit Sock Patterns
Besides a knitted sweater, a pair of knitted socks is a classic thing to make for all knitters. Many new knitters perfect their skills by making various socks and slippers and when you get it down, there is nothing better than slipping on a pair of socks that you made fresh off the knitting needles.Read More
Cinnamon Raisin Bread Recipe
There is no other baked good that can rival the fragrance of freshly baked cinnamon bread. If your family has a habit of disappearing into separate corners or rooms, try baking a batch of Cinnamon Raisin Bread; they’ll come running the moment they smell the delightful aroma coming from your oven. Delicious warm or cold,Read More
50+ Free Printables to Teach the Alphabet
Printables are a very valuable resource in the world of homeschooling. While there is a lot of value in hands on activities, when it comes to teaching like the alphabet, it is good to have worksheets where your kids can practice writing the letters as well as tracing them. Many of the printables on this list alsoRead More
8 Free Prom Dress Patterns
It used to be that most girl’s moms or grandmas or even teen girls themselves made their special occasion clothing such as prom dresses. I didn’t have my prom dress made, but my mom did make my graduation dress, and it was pretty special. My mom was pretty handy with a sewing machine, and I lovedRead More
10 Free Knit Boot Cuff Patterns
When I was putting together the post on free crochet boot cuff patterns, I noticed so many free knit boot cuff patterns that I just knew I would have to do a post on them. Boot cuffs are one of my go-to cold weather accessories because they look great with skinny jeans and leggings andRead More
How to Recycle Household Items in Your Garden
To me, there is nothing that makes me feel more connected to nature than digging around in the dirt with my bare hands. This is why gardening is so fun and relaxing to many people. It’s a connection to the earth in a way only this simple act can create. I also like to recycleRead More
10 Delicious Cabbage Recipes
There is probably a reason that cabbage is such a big part of early spring time recipes and that reason is most likely that it happens to be in season. Look at St. Patrick’s Day; cabbage is a big part of most people’s meals. I like to use cabbage in many ways that lettuce canRead More
7 Things You Should Pay More For
While living frugally often means cutting corners, it doesn’t always mean that is the best option. Sometimes, it means buying the more expensive product in order to have it last longer without having to replace it. Often, I think we get caught up so much in spending less that we forget that replacing something numerousRead More
10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter Z
We are at the end of the alphabet, everyone! Letter Z week is here and I have found a bunch of fun ways to teach the letter Z to your kids that you are going to love! When we think of the letter Z, of course the typical animal who is practically the mascot ofRead More
10 Hunger Games Birthday Party Ideas
My daughter is obsessed with the Hunger Games book and movie series. She is only 12, but reads at a high school level and has since about 5th grade. I am so proud that she can read so well. Her birthday just passed and although I would have loved to have done a Hunger Games birthdayRead More
10 Free Crochet Patterns for Babies
One of my most beloved things I own is a blanket my mom crocheted for me when she was pregnant with me. I think she started making it before she knew what she was having because it is both pink and blue with a little yellow thrown in. It has stood up through many washingsRead More
10 Frugal Ways To Treat Yourself
Everyone wants to treat themselves or others sometimes, but when you are living on a strict budget and it includes very little wiggle room, this can seem impossible as a simple meal out can cost quite a bit these days and something like a movie can seem like an outrageous expense. Here are some budget friendlyRead More
How The Public Library Can Save You Money
If it has been a while since you visited your local public library, you should give it another go. Most libraries are full of ways to save you money and the best part is, it’s free. Many public libraries are full of modern conveniences and you may be surprised that the old card catalog isRead More
16 Awesome Broccoli Recipes
Need some new recipe ideas for broccoli? Change up your meal plans with these awesome broccoli recipes. I was never one of those kids that hated broccoli. In fact, I used to ask for it. I loved it raw and cooked and I still do. I am always happy when it comes into season andRead More
10+ Ways to Introduce the Letter Y
I don’t know why, but the letter Y is one of my favorite letters. I loved having a “Y” in my name when I was a kid. (I went by “Chrissy”). My daughter even tells me she wishes she had a Y in her name because she wants to write her name with the prettyRead More
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