Yes, your home can feel magical without overspending! You don’t need to buy into the “more is more” mentality and you don’t need a big budget to make your home feel warm, festive, and full of holiday cheer. With a little creativity (and maybe a few things you already own), you can transform your space into […]
Our trees in South Carolina have just started turning colors, it only lasts maybe a week around here though. Every year I wish I could enjoy their color a little longer, but the leaves inevitably end up on the ground. This year I’m determined to preserve them for a little longer. Here are some of my […]
Fall is in the air, and there are so many fun things you can do to celebrate. If you have kiddos who enjoy paint and creating things, doing a craft project can be a great way to connect. I found 10 adorable fall craft ideas that I think I may do with my own children! […]
If you haven’t already started working on your fall crafts to decorate your home, you’ll probably get your gears turning once November rolls around. I feel like no matter how many fall crafts I make over the years, I’m always looking for something new to make every year. Here are 10 simple and frugal fall […]
Every year my husband usually has to tell me it’s too early to start putting up Christmas decorations, so I’ve learned that I can get away with putting up fall/autumn decorations (aka Thanksgiving) in October, which is okay with me. I’m already playing with ideas for this year’s mantel. Here are some of the fall mantel decor […]
Handmade Mother’s Days gifts can be some of a mom’s most cherished items. Mother’s Day is right around the corner, so break out the craft supplies and get to work making something special for moms and grandmas (and any other special ladies!). I’ve looked for a variety of simple and frugal Mother’s Day gifts that you […]
We’ve got a little less than two weeks until Valentine’s Day, so it’s time for the kids to work on some DIY Valentines! These would be great to send with your kiddos to school for their friends. Most of these are candy and perishable food free and are perfect if you need to send them to school […]
Over the years, I’ve shared dozens of ideas about how to have a fun Christmas without going overboard. This time of year can really blow your budget if you don’t plan ahead, but there are so many ways to enjoy the season simply and without spending a ton of money. Here are all of my […]
Everyone knows kids LOVE receiving Christmas gifts and look forward to it all year long. But I think sometimes we overlook the fact that kids love GIVING gifts as well! Making gifts is a fantastic option for kids. Not only is it usually more frugal than buying, but they’ll be using their minds, hands and […]
