by Kati | Mar 8, 2021 | Spend Less
When is the best time to buy a mattress? I get this question a lot, so let me share some of the information I've learned. While I'm not a mattress guru, and I haven't investigated each brand to let you know which is the best one, I do know when it's time for you to...
by Kati | Mar 8, 2021 | Budgeting, Meal Planning
Budget meal planning for families can be a challenge. Convenience foods loaded with empty calories and extra fats are so tempting to feed our families in the chaos of a hectic schedule. Yes, prepackaged foods are convenient, but we know deep down they are not good for...
by Kati | Mar 8, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Did you know you could make a DIY heat transfer vinyl t-shirt yourself without a fancy cutting machine? You can! I didn't know either until recently. And now my custom t-shirt making possibilities just blew wide open! And since my family loves Disney, this is the best...
by Kati | Mar 8, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love a pretty topiary? I'm always reminded of the story of The Secret Garden when I see a topiary. While I don't think there was actually any topiaries in the story, I guess it's the fairy tale look and the dreamy tendrils of the plant that reminds me...
by Kati | Mar 8, 2021 | Spend Less
One of the best places to start stockpiling is your supplies for cleaning houses. These items rarely come with an expiration date and they will last you for years. We’ve all been guilty of buying a little too much laundry detergent when it goes on sale or even buying...
by Kati | Mar 8, 2021 | Debt
If you have credit card debt then you know that over time it just seems to get more expensive. Plus you could be paying a ton of extra interest if you have your credit card debt spread across multiple cards. Whether you’re looking to put all of your debt in one place,...
by Kati | Mar 7, 2021 | Freebies, Spend Less
If you are a Senior, then you've paid your dues and now it's time to collect your discount for seniors! (For the rest of us… PASS THIS ALONG to your Mom or Grandma!) So let's check out all the great senior discounts over 50 (some are over 60). And, there's a...
by Kati | Mar 7, 2021 | Spend Less
Are you in the mood for a bargain hunt? (Umm YESSS!!) I always am too. It's something my mom instilled into us when we were little. Because you see, the more you save, the more you get for your money. And who doesn't want to get more?! Since money doesn't grow on...
by Kati | Mar 7, 2021 | Meal Planning
When it comes to a monthly meal plan, you want to think of your meal plan as your game plan. Without a game plan, your team members (aka your family) are going to have no idea what to to do (or eat in this case). And your game plan is simple, what you are going to eat...
by Kati | Mar 7, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
If you love a custom bracelet, then I've got just the DIY project for you! Recently, I was purchasing something for my husband online when this ad popped up for these beautiful stone bracelets. I couldn't believe how pretty they were and then I checked the price. WOW,...
by Kati | Mar 7, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love a warm custom fleece blanket in the winter? I know I do! It's so great to snuggle underneath it watching a movie with your family. Ahh, and the roaring fire crackling…Oh, wait. That part only happens in my dreams living in Florida. But still,...
by Kati | Mar 7, 2021 | Black Friday, Spend Less
Saving money online might not be nearly as difficult as you think with these online shopping hack ideas. With a few key insider tips from someone who shops online all the time, you could save thousands of dollars each year, and make your hard-earned cash work much...
by Kati | Mar 6, 2021 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Need some DIY cleaning wipes? While I love the store-bought disinfecting wipes, I started making my own several years ago in an effort to try to save money. And boy was it easy! And boy have I saved so much money over the years! Plus, in an effort to cut down on our...
by Kati | Mar 6, 2021 | Freebies, Spend Less
Celebrate with these FREEbies and Military Appreciation Discounts! In honor of U.S. Servicemen's sacrifice and service, many businesses offer FREEbies and Military Appreciation Discounts to veterans, active military and their families all year long! So let's dive into...
by Kati | Mar 6, 2021 | Grocery Savings
If you need to save produce in the freezer, then you're going to need this flash freeze tutorial before your produce turns to mush. In every area of the country, there is “local” produce that is ripe for the picking! Because I live near so many strawberry...
by Kati | Mar 5, 2021 | Meal Planning, Spend Less
How long is frozen meat good? Well, that depends. It depends on how it was stored, where it was stored, and how long it was stored for. You see, there are many factors in determining how long something will last in the freezer. Frozen meat isn't the only thing stored...
by Kati | Mar 4, 2021 | Spend Less
I never thought that as a 40-year-old Mommy I'd be facing the “you need braces” decision, you see, I was grinding my teeth. But I started to feel some sensitivity on a back bottom tooth when I ate (not with hot or cold foods/drinks) and when I went for my...
by Kati | Mar 3, 2021 | DIY, Recipes
When you learn how to bake bacon in the oven, and you realize just how easy this process is…you'll wonder why you haven't done it sooner! SERIOUSLY. No grease anywhere. Super simple clean up. Sign me up. My family loves bacon…I mean really loves bacon. I...
by Kati | Mar 3, 2021 | Freebies, Spend Less
Finding affordable or free makeup can be an enjoyable hunt since buying good quality makeup can get expensive quick. I remember seeing a mascara that was $60 once, yikes! The truth is that you don’t need to be spending hundreds of dollars on makeup to have quality...
by Kati | Mar 2, 2021 | Budgeting
You may not be thinking about buying a house for a few years, but a down payment on a house could end up being thousands of dollars. If you’ve already started thinking about saving up for a down payment, you might feel just a little overwhelmed. Unlike retirement, the...
by Kati | Mar 2, 2021 | Recipes, Slow Cooker
Easy Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings I come from a good ole Southern Family and Chicken and Dumplings is still a family favorite! Doing it in the crcok pot makes it really easy too! Nothing complicated about these ingredients! Chop up your fresh veggies. Combine...
by Kati | Mar 2, 2021 | Freebies, Spend Less
Did you know there are apps for restaurant freebies?! YEP! You can get app freebies for free food from restaurants! Right now there are 6 free food restaurant apps when you download their app, and another 4 that are giving free food with a small purchase. Apps are the...
by Kati | Mar 1, 2021 | Spend Less
One step inside a Bath and Body Works store and your senses are on love overload. You're drawn into the store because of the look and feel, but how about those scents that change with every season? It makes you have to visit regularly. And I'm here to make sure when...
by Kati | Mar 1, 2021 | DIY
Living in the sunshine state sure does cause some bug bites, but I was looking for something made with essential oils so I could get rid of bug bites really fast! Yes, because Florida has a lot of bugs and big biting ones too! Our active family is always getting some...
by Kati | Feb 27, 2021 | Freebies, Reader Favorites, Spend Less
Ah, there's nothing like the glorious scent of a Bath & Body Works fresh fragrances or the soft, soothing skin care that glides seamlessly over your skin to make it beautiful. I've got boys… so I keep some fragrances right in the pocket of my car to spray into...
by Kati | Feb 26, 2021 | Spend Less
For years, I struggled financially with setting personal goals, overspending, and being discontent with the things I already had. For myself, I made enormous financial goals in hopes of achieving this dream of mine, only to find myself no closer than when I had...
by Kati | Feb 26, 2021 | TRUE Deals
I always joke with my husband that when we walk into the dollar store, armed with a couple one dollar bills, we feel RICH 🙂 But there are definitely items at Dollar Stores that, while only $1, are too expensive and can be purchased cheaper elsewhere. Consumer Reports...
by Kati | Feb 25, 2021 | Spend Less
Are you in need of grocery substitutions to save money? I sure was. Let me explain. I have a family of 6. And we eat every single meal at home… plus we homeschool, so that is EVERY SINGLE MEAL at home. It makes for a LOT of dishes. We run our dishwasher twice a day,...
by Kati | Feb 24, 2021 | Spend Less
We've all done it those crazy bulk buys. At one time or another most of us have taken the bulk buying plunge, vowing to set our family on a new path to saving mega bucks with those crazy bulk buys! Brimming with excitement and armed with good intentions, reusable...
by Kati | Feb 23, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
If you are looking to maximize your savings, one of the best ways to do this is by knowing where the best place to buy the things on your grocery list is and some of them will be at bulk foods stores. The best way to know whether you are getting the best price AT ALL...
