by Kati | Aug 3, 2026 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
Aldi is seriously one of the best places to shop for cheap groceries and great Aldi products! The downside is that they don’t take coupons unless they put out a store coupon which is rare. This means that unless you have a few rebate apps on hand, there are very few...
by Kati | Aug 3, 2026 | Grocery Savings
Baby diapers can easily be your biggest expense for the first 2-3 years of your little one’s life, so it's important to learn how to save money on diapers. It’s a necessity that you keep buying until they are potty trained (which for each of my four children was right...
by Kati | Aug 3, 2026 | Debt
There is no such thing as a quick fix when it comes to paying off your debt including debt reduction services. However, debt reduction services can feel like a dream come true during tough times. Kind of like a Fairy Godmother that can wave her wand and make our...
by Kati | Aug 2, 2026 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
A common question I receive is if I have any Aldi shopping tips. And I love shopping at Aldi, so I have some insider secrets you are gonna love. Aldi is a hidden gem of a grocery store that you might overlook because they don't accept any manufacturer coupons. But...
by Kati | Aug 2, 2026 | No Spend
One of the main reasons people spend money is not out of necessity, or even want, but they don't have productive things to do when bored! If you are working with a tight budget this month (or maybe every month), then spending money “for fun” is just not in the cards...
by Kati | Aug 2, 2026 | Spend Less, Wedding and Honeymoon
The average wedding ceremony costs thousands of dollars ($34,000 to be precise) and aside from your home and cars, it will probably be the biggest expense of your married life! If you could shave a few hundred to a few thousand dollars off of your wedding bill without...
by Kati | Aug 1, 2026 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
If you are trying to save more on groceries, let me teach you how to make a grocery price book. Do you realize that you typically purchase the same 20 items for your family over and over again each week? The milk, the meat, the Kraft Singles, etc. And yes, those items...
by Kati | Aug 1, 2026 | Debt
Many factors play a big role in your credit score including your debt ratio. When it comes to your finances, your debt ratio can ruin even the best financial situation. It can ruin even more than that. Your debt ratio will not just affect your ability to spend, but it...
by Kati | Jul 29, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
There's just something about some vintage glass cake stands that I absolutely love. Glass is timeless and there are so many uses to cake stands that go way beyond just holding a cake. But who wouldn't want a big, beautiful chocolate cake on a vintage glass cake stand...
by Kati | Jul 28, 2026 | Meal Planning
We all love real healthy recipes but they can be hard to come up with daily. If you want to save money on your meals, then meal planning is a key way to do so. To be honest, I hate to meal plan. But my family loves to eat (and so do I). I’ve found that Freezer Cooking...
by Kati | Jul 28, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Painting plates is not as hard as you think it is. You don't even need an art degree to make these Celebration Plates! I've found a great way to make some simple painted plates that don't take a lot of time or talent to do. You can produce these easy painted plates in...
by Kati | Jul 27, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Are you excited to learn how to make a super easy and fabulous DIY Tile Serving Tray? Now I know what you are thinking…a serving tray? Yes! Not only are they incredibly functional as a real tray, but they are great items for organizing and super helpful at...
by Kati | Jul 26, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Blank tea towels are so versatile. They not only look fresh and clean, but they wash up and hold up well too. But the best thing about them is you can customize them to make great gifts! Who doesn't love a customized gift?! I know I sure do! Originally used in the...
by Kati | Jul 25, 2026 | Meal Planning
A weekly Meal Plan Template can make such a big difference when you are feeling overwhelmed by the simple task of getting dinner on the table. You can download my free weekly meal plan template right here, but I suggest that you also read through the tips for how to...
by Kati | Jul 25, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
It may sound kinda crazy, but vanilla extract makes a wonderful gift. Expecially for someone who has it all. It's one of the easiest things to make and it can be given any time of year. But what's so great about it, is that the process for making the homemade vanilla...
by Kati | Jul 25, 2026 | Spend Less
This is my personal story about how to save money on cable by CUTTING IT OFF!! When James and I moved into our first house and we had to move the cable from our apartment to our new home, I got into a price war with the cable company. And I can be stubborn. So we went...
by Kati | Jul 25, 2026 | Back To School
It's Time For A Back To School Tax Free Shopping Weekend! Are you ready for some tax free shopping? Not all of us can be as lucky as those living in Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon, where they have no sales tax. Most other states offer a Sales Tax...
by Kati | Jul 24, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love Pyrex baking dishes? Not only are they so easy to use and to clean up, but they can make great gifts too! Did you know that you can glass etch them? You can! That's why I decided to make this DIY etched casserole dish for a gift this year! And this...
by Kati | Jul 23, 2026 | Back To School, Meal Planning
Do you need some lunch meal prep ideas? Before I had children, I never really realized how much time I was going to be spending in the kitchen… making lunches.With four kids all going in multiple directions it can quickly become a daunting task. While we homeschool...
by Kati | Jul 23, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love using a Glass Pitcher for holidays and dinner parties? Having one just for water feels very fancy. I fill it with lemon or orange slices and it looks so pretty. But the prettiest ones I've seen lately are glass etched with a monogram. Oh, my! I...
by Kati | Jul 22, 2026 | Spend Less
Have you ever done a 52 week money saving challenge? I am a huge proponent for saving money. Especially when it's easy and fun. When I realized that my family could save over $600 by simply collecting pennies… I was wholeheartedly on board! You might have seen...
by Kati | Jul 22, 2026 | Meal Planning
Do your food challenges at home consist of boring meals and the temptation to eat out? Eating out is expensive, especially when you have a family as big as ours. Even though I've found many ways to save when we do eat out, it can still be one of those items that bust...
by Kati | Jul 22, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
What would we do without our mason jar craft ideas?!! I don't know about you, but I love mason jars! They are just so useful for so many purposes including on the go drinks! I love having a drink with me wherever I go so that I save money! Recently I needed a gift for...
by Kati | Jul 21, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
The best cutting boards are the ones you use for ages. The one my mother still has to this day is the one I used to chop veggies on when I was a kid. How is it that a piece of aged and worn wood brings some comfort and memories to you each time you grab to use it? I...
by Kati | Jul 20, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Last year my husband James was given some of the best flavored salts for Christmas and I knew they were super expensive so I learned how to create some homemade flavored salt recipes to include in my gift giving this year. The thought of licorice salt sounded...
by Kati | Jul 19, 2026 | Spend Less
Whether you're looking to save money at the gas pumps, or just want to reduce your overall expenses, don't overlook your fuel costs. If you own a car, especially one that doesn't get very good gas mileage, then you know how much a full tank of gas can cost at the gas...
by Kati | Jul 19, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Raise your hand if you're in need of a trinket tray! You know, the tray that you put everything into as you walk in the door so it doesn't grow legs and walk off? Yup, that kind of trinket tray. While I don't personally need one at the moment, I know of several people...
by Kati | Jul 18, 2026 | Spend Less
Are you looking for the best ways on how to save at Kohl's? Then you've found them! Kohl's is one of my favorite places to shop for clothes, accessories, and more. The quality of their clothes is good, and they have such a large selection. I can always find something...
by Kati | Jul 18, 2026 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Have you ever wished you had a waterproof tote bag? Believe it or not, but the Sunshine State where I live has a LOT of rain. It never fails that I head somewhere with my tote bag full of either library books or snacks and I need to sit it down and it gets all soaken...
by Kati | Jul 17, 2026 | Money
If you’re looking for ideas on how to make 1000 dollars fast? Read on! Whether you are attempting to pay off debt, boost your savings, or just add a little pocket money to your budget, we all face a time when we wish there were an easy plan for making some extra...
