When people think of college for their kids lots of dollar signs usually pop in their heads. Frugal college tips can ad a different perspective to the idea of college being expensive. My own story of college is I knew my parents could never afford college for me, and I didn’t want them to. I…
Thrifty moms save money with recycling. Everyday household items such as: clothing, shoes, water bottles, used tires, or any products are recycled into something until they become trash. for me, it is hard to throw money in the trash. I like to get a lot of use out of everything. So many ways I have…
Gardening and self sufficiency is a lifestyle that has been handed down for many years. Most people who garden learned from their parents. Other’s held an interest in gardening from clubs or associations that they were involved in growing up. Frugal gardening tips have also been handed down through the generations. Parents that spent very…
Homemade is not from my generation. We grew up with dishwashers, and microwaves. Most snacks came from the microwave after school. My view on donuts has always been that I needed a fryer, oil and lots of patience to make donuts. That sounded expensive and time consuming. Baking homemade donuts did not seem frugal. …
My preschooler is working on letter b this week. I love how the Internet/Pinterest allow me to preschool my 3 year old for FREE! I printed out some sheets from crystalandcomp and laminated them so that I can use them for the baby when he is old enough. We started out to make a “bee” craft…
I have been teaching preschool to my four year old. Several different methods, ideas, and just introductory learning along the way. I try to keep him engaged, make learning fun, and come up with different ways to develop his skills. He is a very active little boy, as most little boys are. For today,…
Kids thrive on attention, attention, and attention. Playing quick games with them helps them to get this attention. No, it does not make them spoiled, but in essence gives them a greater grasp on adult interaction, increases their vocabulary and creates a bond that cannot be replaced. Kids learn so much from games and puzzles….
As we get ready to start up our new homeschool year, soccer, scouts and Bible Study I can’t help but yearn for the carefree times of summer. Staying up later and playing on the porch is one of our favorite activities in the summer. We used to catch lightning bugs but I hate seeing the…
Johnny Marzetti is a great tasting frugal home ground beef meal. This is one of my “go to” meal’s at our home. This easy recipe takes only 15 min. of prep. My family LOVES to see this recipe on the menu board. I mean when I make it, is usually gone with no leftovers….
Cloth diapers have come along way since the 70s. Pins replaced buttons, and all in one diaper replaced the plastic cover. The best ways to choose are based on preference. Here are some of the best ways to choose cloth diapers. Best Brands of Cloth Diapers Fitted cloth diapers work well for overnights. I liked…
Household management tools are the best ways to run an efficient home. Finding that right way to work systems and routines important. Here are some of the best ways that I chose to help set home priorities and implement them. Household Management Binder I created this binder that holds all of the best ways…
The home we live in was built in the 50’s. People back then did not have large closets, rooms, or laundry spaces. Our laundry room is located in the basement. To say the least, it is small. I get a wall with enough room for a washer and dryer. I had to come up with…
___________________________________________________________________ Welcome to the second week of the December 2020 blog hop called “You’re the Star“!Before we continue onto the Linky party I wanted to share this post from my blog: Frugal Home Teddy Bear Ornaments __________________________________________________________________________ WELCOME to CREATIVE feature week of the December 2020 “You’re the STAR” blog hop!Meet your CREATIVE week Hosts This week is CREATIVE feature…
Teddy bear ornaments are so cute on a tree. Growing up, we would make these and decorate our tree with them. These ornaments make great gifts, keepsakes, and are fun to make with kids. In addition to making the homemade ornaments they hold a lot more memories than store bought ornaments. Likewise, using a…
Laminate floors are easy to clean. No harsh chemicals or special mops needed. Laminate floors that are not dull show signs of proper cleaning. Many companies promote special products that will keep laminate floors shiny and streak free. After cleaning several a day in my own cleaning business I picked up some of the best…
So many frugal home tips exist on the internet today. One of the best ways to save money on a heat bill is to track. Research and track usage each month. Many year’s ago they were read about in books, or handed down from generation to generation. Really, in the last fifty year’s we have…
