Poinsettias is a perennial. Yes, they really are. The indoor plant you use to decorate during the holidays is actually a flowering shrub. Use these tips on how to keep your poinsettia plant alive this year to enjoy it year-round. The signature plant of the Holiday season is beautiful red poinsettias. They start to appearRead More
Frugal New Year’s Eve Celebration Ideas
New Year’s Eve is a time to celebrate! Another year down and the start of a new one. While a fancy celebration in a 5-star hotel might sound exciting, it’s not always affordable. Let’s be honest, it’s hardly ever affordable! That doesn’t mean you can’t kick off the New Year having a blast all whileRead More
How to Season and Clean Cast Iron Pots and Pans
To some people cooking with cast iron seems a little outdated. If you are not familiar with cast iron you might be a little intimidated by the maintenance of seasoning your cast iron. However, cooking with cast iron is very easy and once you get used to it you will be sold! This is theRead More
Seasonal Produce Chart: A Guide to What Produce is in Season
This seasonal produce chart will help you save money by buying fruit and vegetables when they are most affordable. One of the easiest ways to save on groceries is purchasing produce that is in season. When you go to the grocery store, you will typically find some produce that is in season and some thatRead More
25 Healthy Foods for Under a Dollar a Serving
Here is a list of healthy foods for under a dollar to help you feed your family nutritious meals without spending a lot of money: There is a common misconception that in order to feed your family healthy food, you need to spend a lot of money. You might be surprised to hear that feedingRead More
Tips for Hiking with Kids
Use these tips for hiking with kids to make your next family hike more enjoyable. Hiking can be a fun and very frugal family activity. A lot of people with young children tend to stay away from hiking for several different reasons. Some think their children won’t be able to handle a hike and othersRead More
Summer Bucket List Ideas
Do you want to make a summer bucket list with your kids this year? Here are some summer bucket list ideas to inspire you! You’ve probably heard the term “bucket list” and if you haven’t it’s simply a list of everything you want to do before you die. I don’t know about you but IRead More
What to Buy at Warehouse Stores
If you want to get the most from your warehouse membership, here is what to buy at warehouse stores. Shopping at warehouse stores like Sam’s Club or Costco allows you to easily stock up on items your family uses. If you know what to purchase and what not to purchase you can save a goodRead More
Frugal Holiday Family Fun
The holidays can be expensive, but you can have fun as a family with these ideas for frugal holiday family fun. We are officially in the holiday season! I don’t know about you but I get so excited during this time of year. The holidays are the perfect time of year to enjoy family outings,Read More
How to Deep Clean a Bathroom
The dreaded area of the home, the bathroom! Don’t you just love cleaning the bathroom? Most of us are probably going to answer that with a big NO! Thankfully, cleaning a bathroom doesn’t have to be a dreaded chore. Doing a regular deep cleaning and daily quick clean-ups can ensure your bathroom is always sparklingRead More
How to Create a Stockpile
Creating a stockpile is a great way to ensure you always have plenty of food on hand. There are several reasons you might want to consider creating a stockpile. Some people stock up on food and personal hygiene items because they are on a tight budget, scared of losing their jobs, rising food costs, wantRead More
How to Save on Canning Supplies
Do you have a garden overflowing with ripe fruits and vegetables? If so you might want to think about canning all the yummy treats from your garden. Fruits and vegetables go bad very quickly and canning is a great way to preserve your hard work! Canning isn’t always a cheap hobby to jump into. InRead More
How to Keep Track of Kitchen Inventory
Do you find yourself coming home from the grocery store realizing you bought too much of one thing or not enough of another? I don’t know about you but this happens to me all the time! For almost six months straight I was buying tomato sauce and rice every single grocery trip! I go groceryRead More
How to Get Your Budget Back on Track After Holiday Spending
For most people, the holidays are a very stressful time of year. It seems like the minute summer ends the holidays come at us full steam! We get hit with Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. Unless you’re rolling in the dough, it’s hard to afford all of these holidays and everything that goes alongRead More
How to Care for Plants That Were Damaged in a Freeze
If you did not get your plants covered or cared for before the freeze hit, you may have lost a part of or entire plants. Honestly, you won’t know until you do a few things to see how extensive the damage was. These tips will show you How to Care for Plants That Were DamagedRead More
Frugal Winter Date Ideas
The winter months are cold and probably make you feel like staying indoors nice and comfy! Resist the urge to hibernate all winter. In fact, you should take advantage of the cold winter months and enjoy a frugal winter date with your spouse. There are several fun things you can do during the winter thatRead More
Frugal Winter Family Fun
It’s easy to get cabin fever during the winter months. It’s cold outside and sometimes it’s just easier to stay bundled up indoors! But, there are so many fun things to do during the winter if you are braving enough to bare the cold temperatures. In fact some of my favorite things to do withRead More
How to Save Money on Utilities in the Winter
Don’t get me wrong I love summer, but there is just some majestic about the winter. The holidays are in full swing, the snow falling and warming the house up by baking some homemade bread really does lift my spirits. With that said, I don’t really enjoy cold weather, in fact I keep my houseRead More
Frugal Holiday Date Ideas
Winter is the perfect time of year to spend some quality time with your significant other. The cold winter air, the holiday decorations, and the chance to cozy up makes the holidays one of the best times of year to enjoy frugal date nights. There are so many different options when it comes to holidayRead More
Frugal Fall Date Ideas
Fall is by far my favorite time of year. The weather is cooling down, yet it’s still pleasant outside. I also love that there are so many festive activities going on. My husband and I make it a point to plan as many date nights as possible during the fall season. This is usually ourRead More
