by Kati | Oct 19, 2020 | Spend Less
My family calls it the “Costco Mentality” for bulk deals. It is possibly the biggest misconception ever. The Costco Mentality is the idea that when you get a good deal on one thing at the warehouse store, you then assume that the warehouse has the best...
by Kati | Oct 19, 2020 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you are looking to start a vacation savings account, but don't know how to find the money, here's where you start. According to a report, by the National Coffee Drinking Association, around 62% of the three thousand adults that were surveyed reported drinking...
by Kati | Oct 19, 2020 | Budgeting
Financial money mistakes can easily happen to us all, even when we think we are being a smarty. While we think we are being smart with our money, sometimes all it takes is one accident and our savings are drained. Or a layoff throws everything for a loop and our...
by Kati | Oct 19, 2020 | DIY, Holidays
I love hosting Thanksgiving and I'm always on the search for new ideas for my tabletop centerpieces! When it comes to Thanksgiving, I enjoy having my entire family in my home together to celebrate and give thanks. But Thanksgiving can quickly start to turn into a...
by Kati | Oct 19, 2020 | Christmas
As we inch towards the holidays, I know we can all use some tips for holiday stress relief. Doesn’t it seem that as the holidays get closer, our anxiety and stress seem to skyrocket? If it’s not about the present buying, or the family coming over for dinner, it’s all...
by Kati | Oct 18, 2020 | Spend Less
Dollar General is one of those stores that can be a treasure trove for great Dollar General deals. You just have to know the Dollar General secret savings for scoring those deals. A lot of coupon success depends on the individual store, even the individual store...
by Kati | Oct 18, 2020 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
If you think your holiday budget is too small, then these gifts under $5 are the perfect fit for you! When you make and give homemade gifts to others, you're making a lasting impression that physically demonstrates your love. A gift that comes from your heart –...
by Kati | Oct 17, 2020 | Halloween
Your kids will think you have gone off the deep end when you serve them WORMS for dinner! And you will be patting yourself on the back because it is SO EASY and super cheap too! BOOM. The “trick” ingredient is Wilton icing color. It is easily accessible...
by Kati | Oct 16, 2020 | Spend Less
Excited about finding those dollar deals? You know that feeling you get when you go to the dollar store with only a few bucks and think you can buy tons of stuff? Well, you can, but buyer beware! While some dollar deals are fabulous, remember the old adage that goes...
by Kati | Oct 16, 2020 | Recipes, Slow Cooker
Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup Our family LOVES Chicken Tortilla Soup and what easier way to make it than to do it in the crock pot! What could be easier than putting all the ingredients in the crock pot and turning it on?! You may want to use more than 6...
by Kati | Oct 16, 2020 | Budgeting
It's time to set a smarter goal for your budget and your finances! Can you believe it’s already the new year?! Doesn't it seem like just yesterday we were celebrating the start of last year?! It’s time to start goal setting and making New Year’s resolutions, and that...
by Kati | Oct 16, 2020 | Spend Less
Last year it dawned on me that it had been a long time since James and I had a true and honest date night. This was something I was determined to change and even made it a part of my goals for the new year. Prior to this, date nights kind of slipped by the wayside. We...
by Kati | Oct 16, 2020 | Halloween
If you plan to carve a pumpkin with your kids this month, here's a great Christian pumpkin carving story that will turn this activity into a memorable learning opportunity. It's hard to stop with the busyness of life and take time to do an activity like this with your...
by Kati | Oct 15, 2020 | Budgeting
If you're looking at your list of household expenses and trying to decide what to cut, let me stop you there! You can't cut everything out of your budget, although we all wish we could at some point in our lives. This past year has been a doozy, from the water heater...
by Kati | Oct 15, 2020 | Halloween
Do you need some funny dinner ideas? For many kids and parents alike, Halloween is one of the most fun and anticipated nights of the year. But by the time the kids are done with schoolwork or homework and put the final touches on their costumes, there is often not...
by Kati | Oct 14, 2020 | Spend Less
Do you have almost expired milk? If you don't know how to use it up, start by making yourself a bath with this Soothing Milk Bath Recipe! While we sometimes can go through a gallon of milk in a day, there are days when we won't finish a whole gallon and it just sits...
by Kati | Oct 14, 2020 | Spend Less
If you're trying to find something for the family to do outdoors…then you need to head to some U-Pick Farms! What's a U-Pick Farm? It's a farm where you can pick your own produce! Fresh strawberries, blueberries, peaches, apples, zucchini or squash…you...
by Kati | Oct 14, 2020 | Freebies, Halloween
We all love our kids when they have time off school this time of year, but what would we to do without our Halloween theme crafts & printables to keep them busy? Go batty. That's what! So that's why I've compiled the best free Halloween printable crafts so not only...
by Kati | Oct 14, 2020 | Halloween, Spend Less
Did you know that Americans are estimated to spend $2.7 Billion on Halloween candy this year? With regards to candy sales, only the Easter Holiday comes higher. I feel like the candy is the purchase that affects most of us because I've noticed with having older...
by Kati | Oct 13, 2020 | Spend Less
It's no shocker to you guys that I LOVE my Keurig coffee pods! We've had a Keurig for a few years now and I just love that bad boy! Since I sometimes will be working late into the night, we don't really need a full pot of coffee at 11 PM! That's why a single serve...
by Kati | Oct 13, 2020 | Recipes, Slow Cooker
Crock Pot Baked Potatoes Recipe Put a whole new spin on your leftovers by serving them with these easy Crock Pot Baked Potatoes! Top them with leftover Chili, Beef Stroganoff or Pot Roast along with traditional potato toppings for a leftover meal no one will complain...
by Kati | Oct 13, 2020 | Spend Less
Need to save on produce? Fresh fruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, yet buying all those perishable foods can get expensive. So let's focus on some surprising techniques for minimizing your produce costs and maximizing value when it comes to...
by Kati | Oct 13, 2020 | Cleaning and Organizing, Spend Less
Trying to be an organized mom? Maybe you've started looking on Pinterest for easy solutions. Then, the next thing I do is go to Amazon (or Target) to find the perfect little boxes and bins to help me STAY organized. The only problem is that I find out it's gonna cost...
by Kati | Oct 12, 2020 | Spend Less
I was always looking for the best fast breakfast foods. And I used to always think that cereal was the cheapest breakfast that I could feed my children. While I was scoring great deals with the coupons, cereal isn’t exactly the picture perfect option for a healthy...
by Kati | Oct 12, 2020 | Budgeting
It’s a new financial year and a fresh start! That can mean a new start including your finances! If your New Year’s resolution this year is to make better money management decisions or even give your finances a financial makeover, you’re in the right place! I’m going...
by Kati | Oct 12, 2020 | Halloween, Spend Less
Hooray…Halloween is just around the corner again and it's time to make your own cheap Halloween props! This fun and spooky celebration can cost you oodles if you are not careful. Stores have a vast selection of costumes, props and decorations all for sale but at...
by Kati | Oct 11, 2020 | Spend Less
One of the most common questions I get asked is how I manage to stock my pantry full of handy pantry staples without blowing my grocery budget. Pantry staples can get quite expensive if you’re not careful, and if you don’t plan your trip well, you could end up...
by Kati | Oct 11, 2020 | Freebies
If you are looking for the best in FREE Monthly Planner Sticker Printables…you've found it! I've compiled all my favorite planner printable free stickers that I've used and loved just to share them with you! And the best part is that these cute monthly planner...
by Kati | Oct 11, 2020 | Budgeting
Many people are looking to improve their financial situation this year, but have no idea how on earth to achieve this goal! If you are struggling to get ahead financially, just the idea of getting control of your current financial situation can seem intense. I’m not...
by Kati | Oct 11, 2020 | Cleaning and Organizing, Spend Less
Once you have decluttered and cleaned your home, it's time to learn how to have a profitable yard sale! The best way to get rid of your stuff is to hold a good old fashioned yard sale. But you want the most money for your things, right?! Having a yard sale is no easy...
