While you may be very familiar with certain mint varieties including spearmint and peppermint, you may not have heard of pineapple mint before! Pineapple mint is an herb that is in fact part of the mint family; however it has a sweeter, fruitier flavor. It can be used in a wide variety of dishes andRead More
Easy Easter Egg Frame Craft – A Frugal Easter Decor Idea
It is time to get your space spruced up for Easter! Sure you could run out to your local home decor store or specialty boutique to grab a few pieces, but why not think about making your own instead? You don’t have to be super crafty to make your own easy Easter egg frame craftRead More
Easy DIY Shoe Tray with Rocks
This winter season, keep floors clean and dry when you give this DIY rock shoe tray for shoes a try. A trip to your local dollar store is all you need, and in no time flat you can have a stylish floor mat perfect for resting your wet and muddy shoes on. Take a lookRead More
Upcycled Soup Can Herb Planter
Spring is quickly approaching, so why not take this opportunity to prepare some herb pots? Fresh herbs are always nice to have on hand when cooking or crafting, and growing your own is more cost effective than buying from the grocer. You don’t need any fancy supplies to make your own potted herbs, in factRead More
20 Frugal Ways to Use Butter
You may enjoy using butter on rolls or in pasta, but did you know there are other ways to use butter around the house too? You don’t have to be cooking in order to use butter. In fact, below you will find 20 ways to use butter that you may not be aware of. TakeRead More
Earth “Globe” Vase – Easy Upcycled Earth Day Craft Project for Kids
If you have a round candle holder and a little tissue paper, you have all of the makings for this easy upcycle project! Using these inexpensive and easy to come by supplies, you can make your own mosaic Earth globe in no time. This globe is perfect for using as a candle holder, celebrating theRead More
How to Make a Straw Bale Garden
It seems like more and more people are giving straw bale gardening a try. What is straw bale gardening you ask? Well it is a unique way of gardening where your crops are planted directly into a straw or hay bale where they remain for the rest of the growing season! No garden rows, noRead More
20 Frugal Ways to Use Sugar
You may use sugar to sweeten your coffee or make your cookies taste great, but did you know that there are other household uses for sugar too? Sugar can be used in all sorts of practical ways around the house, and in more rooms than just the kitchen. Take a peek below at 20 usesRead More
Easy Kale Chips
Kale is a super food that is full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It is much like lettuce, typically used in salads and as a garnish. But did you know that kale can also be baked? When baked, it becomes light and crispy creating the perfect snack. If the world of kale is new toRead More
Scrap Fabric Magnets – A Frugal DIY Project
As we patiently await the arrival of spring, you might find yourself itching to get organized. Magnets are a great way to keep small paper objects, recipes, and other important memos safe. Whether on your refrigerator or your office desk, magnets can be a great way to give small items some order. Below, take aRead More
Dollar Store Decals: Frugal Furniture Makeover
If you have browsed the craft supply section at your local dollar store lately, you may have noticed the wide assortment of peel and stick decals. These decals come in all sorts of designs from simple floral designs to famous quotes and sayings. There are so many wonderful ways to use these peel and stickRead More
20 Unusual {and Frugal} Uses for Mayonnaise
We all know how yummy mayonnaise tastes on sandwiches or when whipped up in deviled eggs, but did you know it has many wonderful uses outside of the kitchen? It sure does! Mayo has been used for years for a variety of household uses, all purposeful and practical. Take a look below at 20 unusualRead More
20 Frugal Ways to Use Coconut Oil
Just the name of coconut oil makes it sound like a pretty nice product, doesn’t it? You can read about the health benefits of coconut oil here. It gives off a very tropical, easy going, breezy vibe. Well, coconut oil is just that, an easy going, simple, and stress-free product that can be usedRead More
Festive Family Craft: DIY Christmas Family Footprint Tree
If you are looking for an easy and inexpensive way to make lasting memories with your family, look no further than this family foot print tree. Perfect for whipping up during the holiday season, this family footprint tree uses just a few inexpensive materials and creates a lasting memory that hangs right on your wall.Read More
Snowflakes Fall Enrichment Activities
The beautiful book Snowflakes Fall is the latest children’s book from author and Newbery Medalist Patricia MacLachlan. Partnering up with illustrator Steven Kellogg, the pair has created a book to teach children about hope using snowflakes to tell their story. Filled with beautiful illustrations of the wintry season, this book is a delightful winter time read.Read More
Sweet & Simple Gifts: DIY Sock Cupcake Gift
If you are looking for a sweet treat to gift your friends and family this holiday season, look no further than this DIY sock cupcake. It is so simple to make, and you can actually grab all of the supplies you need at your local Dollar Tree store. The best part? It is a sweetRead More
20 Frugal Uses for Vinegar
Many people refer to vinegar as a miracle liquid. The truth is, it is quite wonderful when you look at all of the things it can do. In the kitchen, in the bathroom, and even in your car vinegar helps make big jobs smaller and can even help you save money in the process. IfRead More
7 Ways to Reuse Old Christmas Cards
Tis the season for Christmas cards to start arriving in the mail. Before you know it, you can have dozens of cards adorning your mantel or entry way. When the season ends, your first instinct may be to toss those cards in the recycling bin, but the good news is, there are so many neatRead More
Frugal & Festive Fun: Darling DIY Cookie Wreath
The holidays are approaching, and this means lots of baking will be taking place in the kitchen. And while you might be busy baking cookies for after dinner treats and guests, did you know they can also come in handy in your crafting? Using cookies to create a darling cookie wreath is so easy, andRead More
7 Ways to Say Thanks
In just a few days Thanksgiving will be here, and we will gather with friends and family to give thanks for all we have. But what exactly does that mean? How do we show we are truly grateful for someone or something? It is not always easy to know how to give thanks, so below,Read More
