by Kati Kiefer | May 11, 2022 | Spend Less
Moms are busy ladies, and this can mean that a spa day for mom is usually out of the question. If your mom is a busy woman, but you would still like to treat her to a relaxing day at the spa, you can do it on a budget! Having a spa day at home can be an excellent way...
by Kati Kiefer | May 11, 2022 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Grocery stores, department stores, and even pharmacies have entire aisles dedicated to cleaning solutions even green cleaning products. But they are expensive! There are so many reasons why you may want to start making your homemade natural cleaning products, even if...
by Kati Kiefer | May 10, 2022 | Spend Less
Want to be a saver? My grandmother was one of the most frugal people I knew. She knew how to stretch a dollar and pinch a penny by necessity and by choice. She made being a saver look so easy! The lessons I learned from her growing up not only shaped me into the...
by Kati Kiefer | May 10, 2022 | DIY, Holidays
So, you have known your mother all of your life, and still, you have no idea what to get her for Mother’s Day. It’s okay. Most of us, at one time or another, draw a blank when it comes to picking out a special gift for a very special person, especially when you're on...
by Kati Kiefer | May 9, 2022 | Freebies, Spend Less
Redbox is one of my favorite ways to rent movies. Keep reading to learn about Redbox free movie codes. You can find a Redbox kiosk on nearly every street corner. There are over 38,000 kiosks across the US offering lower prices and more convenience than other rental...
by Kati Kiefer | May 9, 2022 | Holidays
When it comes to showing your mom how much you care, it can be hard not to break the bank. Plan the best day ever for Mother’s Day, and give her a day she’ll never forget. You can love your mom even more for less this year! After all, she was the woman who gave birth...
by Kati Kiefer | May 8, 2022 | Spend Less
Want to become a super saver so you have more money in your bank account each day? Being a super saver is also known as being frugal. And frugality is often confused with being poor or cheap and spending only the minimum. But I've found that living a frugal life isn't...
by Kati Kiefer | May 8, 2022 | Holidays, homemade-gifts, Spend Less
Gift Baskets For Women! Looking for a great Mother's Day Gift Idea? We've got easy and affordable Gift Basket for Women ideas that won't break the bank! Most of these items can be found at your local dollar store or Walmart! Use your creativity and your knowledge of...
by Kati Kiefer | May 8, 2022 | Spend Less
Every day there is something in our home that requires cleaning, and as a result, we use up a lot of cleaning solutions and supplies. Those dusters, wipes, and sprays cost a LOT and since they don't last forever, it's a vicious cycle that can waste money. These cheap...
by Kati Kiefer | May 7, 2022 | Easter
As Easter quickly approaches, everyone is already daydreaming of warmer spring days, and fun Easter activities. However, during the hype of all the sweet treats from the Easter bunny and dinner plans, the real reason for this holiday can get passed over without a...
by Kati Kiefer | May 6, 2022 | Freebies
Did you know that you can get lots of Birthday Restaurant FREEbies? Most require that you join the companies email list, but there are plenty that allow you to show your Driver's License on your birthday day OR during your birthday month. That means these Birthday...
by Kati Kiefer | May 6, 2022 | Spend Less
Looking to trim your cell phone bill? You've come to the right place. Remember when cell phones used to be simple flip phones that you could fit in your pocket? Now, it is rare to see someone who is not carrying a smartphone in their pocket, if it will even fit in...
by Kati Kiefer | May 5, 2022 | Cleaning and Organizing, Meal Planning
I hate wasting food. How about you? I can remember a time in our lives where I used to spend more than $1,000 each month for groceries. I told myself that I had a big family, so the cost was justified. We easily dropped $250 or more each week on groceries without...
by Kati Kiefer | May 4, 2022 | Spend Less
How do you feel about pet ownership? A few years ago a Mommy friend of mine posted this Facebook Status Update on December 26: “Survived another Christmas without giving in to getting a Wii or another animal. Whew! How long can we make it?” And she is...
by Kati Kiefer | May 2, 2022 | Spend Less
You have kept your home warm all winter and may have run up the electric and gas bill to keep that furnace going. Now that the summer heat is arriving, let's talk about ways to summer-proof your home to keep your family comfortable and keep some money in your pocket....
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 28, 2022 | Easter
As a Christian, I feel like should celebrate Easter more than Christmas. The resurrection of Jesus is THE defining point of our faith. Celebrate Easter in the fact that Christ rose from the grave and death was defeated. However, our culture doesn't feel the same way....
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 27, 2022 | Spend Less, Vacations
Have you been on a romantic getaway for the weekend recently? In the 20 years that we've been married, I can only list a handful of times when my husband James and I were able to get away by ourselves for a fun couples weekend. Attempting to travel while you are on a...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 26, 2022 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you're heading on a road trip soon, then you need these tips for a road trip! Road trips can be a fun way to bond with family and friends and it can also be a less expensive way to travel. While a plane ride may get you from North Carolina to Florida in a matter of...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 25, 2022 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you'll be renting a car any time in the future, you'll need to know these tips for cheap car rentals. When you’re on a vacation or business trip, the last thing you want to worry about is how you are going to get from the airport to your hotel. Many hotels have...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 24, 2022 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you're heading on your next vacation, then you need to learn these ways to save on hotels. Because saving money on vacation is important. Just think, if you been tempted to splurge while at home, just wait till you’re on vacation! Plus, while you’re on vacation,...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 16, 2022 | Budgeting
If you’re anything like me, then you might religiously check your budget and track your personal expenses every month so you can stay on top of things. However, staying on top of things doesn't necessarily mean you are void of having no emergency savings, a mountain...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 3, 2022 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Have you ever run out of a soft scrub cleaner and needed it like…now? When I get to cleaning my home, I'm like a madwoman and there's no stopping me. I want to get it all done without any interruptions. Just leave me alone so I can get the job done so I can get...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 3, 2022 | Easter
If you are looking to avoid the sugar overload of Easter this year, you will find plenty of non-candy easter basket stuffers! Regardless of your child’s age, these ideas range from toddlers to teens! It is possible to create a candy free Easter basket with these great...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 1, 2022 | Recipes
If you're sick, then you'll love these tea recipes for colds. And since days are getting shorter, nights are getting cooler and you start swapping your daily frozen drink for another one of life's simple pleasures: a nice hot cup of tea. You boil the water, pour it in...
by Kati Kiefer | Mar 31, 2022 | Meal Planning
Looking for a meal plan that works? The average American will spend $2,625 each year at restaurants; this doesn’t even include the amount spent on unused groceries! Whether you are trying to cut back on eating out or just pay less overall, meal planning can help you...
by Kati Kiefer | Mar 30, 2022 | Meal Planning
Now that you've been meal planning, how do you take your meal plan to the next level? Our family has been meal planning for years now to cut down our food waste, make mealtime more manageable, and save money. But after years of planning meals, sometimes things can get...
by Kati Kiefer | Mar 26, 2022 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
I went years only using liquid laundry detergent. I never realized that a powder detergent could be just effective and store longer than their liquid counterpart. Since powder detergent is easier to travel with than liquid, I decided it would be convenient to make one...
by Kati Kiefer | Mar 25, 2022 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
What is the best liquid laundry detergent ever? Everyone has their favorite and unfortunately every single one has a pretty large price tag on it. The cost just adds to the torture since laundry is the never-ending chore. I was in need of a cheap homemade laundry...
by Kati Kiefer | Mar 24, 2022 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
While we all want to go a little greener these days, finding a natural fabric softener that doesn't cost an arm and a leg is quite difficult. Not only are the name brand bottles of softener so expensive, but all of the laundry products are so pricey! I have been on a...
by Kati Kiefer | Mar 22, 2022 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Boys are dirty…I have 3 of them and their clothes were in need of the best laundry stain remover ever. I really can't believe how dirty they get! Sometimes I am just tempted to throw their muddy, stinky clothes in the trash. But that would be wasteful, and...
