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 […]
I would start decorating for Christmas in August if my husband let me. He doesn’t so I win another way… we tend to keep up our decorations until February! Seriously, I’m a little in love with Christmas. We don’t go all out, or even fancy at all. Most of our decorations are handmade ornaments and […]
Have a saw, a drill and some 2x4s? You can build a huge garage shelf in half a day for CHEAP! I cleaned out my garage recently and realized I don’t have too much stuff, I just don’t have a lot of storage. I wanted to put up some shelves but for less than $100. […]
Over the last several years, we have watched numerous friends and family members deal with unexpected death. Something that has stood out to me in the midst of them grieving is that one added burden can be dealing with all of the paperwork and financial issues, especially if the information needed to address this is […]
Even though where I live, it’s still hard to imagine fall or winter, if you’re thinking about gardening in cooler weather, you need to start planning now. Many people do spring gardens, while fall and winter gardens are less common. But in the South, because the ground rarely freezes, you can grow vegetables almost all […]
As the summer winds down, it’s time to start planning and packing for college! I know thinking about your little babies all grown up and taking on the world can be sad, but you still need to help prepare them. I have compiled a list of 10 things that you will most definitely want them […]
We are in the middle of back to school shopping season and many states have their tax free weekends either this weekend or in the next two weeks. These can be great weekends for saving, but can also be crowded and stressful! (Here’s a reference chart of tax-free weekends this year). Tip: Some states don’t […]
Summer is probably the most inexpensive season to decorate your home for. One of the cheapest ways to freshen your home without spending any money is by simply opening the curtains. Let the light in to make a big impact on your home. Other than that, here are a few other inexpensive ways to decorate […]
If you are on a tight budget but still like to enjoy your surroundings, then I’ve got tons of great ideas for you. You can decorate your home without spending a ton of money. There are many DIY options and also creative ways to add a touch of coziness or beauty to your home. Frugal […]
