by Kati | Dec 19, 2023 | Christmas, homemade-gifts, Spend Less
Mason jars are the biggest part of the “Farmhouse” craze right now. If you love mason jars, then you'll know they can easily make great gifts. So pull out your crafting supplies and those empty jar and let's get busy making gifts! But as I was writing this...
by Kati | Dec 18, 2023 | 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 | Dec 17, 2023 | 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 | Dec 16, 2023 | Christmas, Grocery Savings
More than ever, people are looking to save money during the holiday season. If you're one of those people, you might be interested in learning how to coupon during the holidays! Couponing is a great way to save some extra money and stock up on things, but it's not the...
by Kati | Dec 15, 2023 | Christmas, DIY
Why choose boring gift bags when you give a gift to your loved ones when you can get gift wrap for FREE! And I'm not talking about shopping the after Christmas sales or using coupons to get it for free. I've got some super simple ways to find free gift wrap inside...
by Kati | Dec 15, 2023 | Christmas
Decorating your house can be an expensive endeavor this holiday season, but not with the cheapest Christmas decorations that you can DIY! But with all of the fun Pinterest projects available, the more DIY projects you can make, the more money you will save. I’ve found...
by Kati | Dec 14, 2023 | Christmas, DIY
Don't you just love a candy cane centerpiece? With Christmas fast approaching I'm always looking for ways to add some cheerful home décor projects into our homes on a budget. We decided to make a Candy Cane centerpiece that would be perfect for practical home use or...
by Kati | Dec 11, 2023 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Making DIY Christmas gifts do not have to be as hard as we tend to make it. With a little creativity and about 10 minutes of your time, you can make several really quick and easy DIY Christmas gifts for friends or family without spending a small fortune. Because...
by Kati | Dec 9, 2023 | Christmas
Who wouldn't love some appreciation letters in the mail?!! Don't forget our military and our first responders this holiday season! Writing appreciation letters is a great way to show your love and support this season! For the last few years, when I went to write my...
by Kati | Dec 6, 2023 | Christmas
Christmas is a great time of fun, family, food but also a great time to break out the Christmas Stationery! One thing I love is to send our friends and family an update of what has happened in the past year. Since I'm a homeschool mom, I get my kids in on the fun and...
by Kati | Dec 3, 2023 | Black Friday, Christmas
Are you dreading the holiday season because you might have to return gifts? Me too. Sometimes you have to take back and exchange or return those items you bought or received for Christmas. It's inevitable. But how to return holiday gifts without the headache? Now...
by Kati | Nov 23, 2023 | Holidays
Our family loves games so we are always on the lookout for some new printable Thanksgiving games for the upcoming holiday. Since we love funny Thanksgiving games and easy DIY Thanksgiving crafts for kids, I'm always on the lookout for new game ideas to keep my family...
by Kati | Nov 23, 2023 | Christmas
The holidays seem to just get busier and busier, but with The Ultimate Holiday Planner (a brand new planner to help you conquer the holidays with grace), I'm able to get prepared and be ahead of the game. Don't you feel so unprepared every year? I know I have felt the...
by Kati | Nov 20, 2023 | 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 | Nov 10, 2023 | Black Friday
Black Friday may be considered one of the best days of the year to do your holiday shopping, but as online shopping has started to grow, so has the popularity of Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday is exclusively for online shoppers and can be just as thrilling as a trip out...
by Kati | Nov 8, 2023 | DIY
There are so many amazing ways you can make your very own fruit arrangement for your home that fits your style. Of course, adding a touch of glitter makes everything look even more fabulous. Since the days are getting colder, it's nice to brighten up the feel of your...
by Kati | Nov 7, 2023 | Black Friday
Black Friday is easily the best shopping day of the year but it can easily become the most overwhelming…that's why you need to read this Black Friday Shopping Guide! Almost every retail store participates in some kind of sale to try and win your purchase. That's...
by Kati | Nov 6, 2023 | Black Friday
All deal seekers know that one of the best shopping days of the year is Black Friday. Can you believe Black Friday is just a few short weeks away? It seems crazy! I am a seasoned Black Friday shopper and have even started shopping Thanksgiving morning (online) to...
by Kati | Nov 5, 2023 | Holidays, Spend Less
Decorating your house with fall decor can be an expensive endeavor. And with the fun Pinterest projects available, the more DIY projects you can make will save you money. I’ve found that a combination of shopping at the Dollar Store and knowing how to save when you...
by Kati | Oct 21, 2023 | 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 20, 2023 | 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 19, 2023 | 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 18, 2023 | 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 18, 2023 | 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 16, 2023 | 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 15, 2023 | Halloween, Spend Less
Have you ever made your own cheap Halloween costumes before? When I was growing up the concept of buying a Halloween costume was almost unheard of. To my parents, the thought of buying an outfit which would be used on just one night of the year was ridiculous. As a...
by Kati | Oct 3, 2023 | Budgeting, Money
How to Earn Extra Money Reading Books You Love Are you a bookworm who loves diving into captivating stories and exploring new worlds through literature? What if we told you that you could turn your passion for reading into a lucrative source of income? Yes, you read...
by Kati | Oct 1, 2023 | Budgeting, Grocery Savings
Feeding an entire family isn't always easy, and it can get so pricey that food ends up being where a good portion of your monthly grocery budget goes. It definitely doesn't have to be this way. You may not be eating like kings and queens if you reduce your grocery...
by Kati | Oct 1, 2023 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
Typically the words “healthy food” and “saving money” don't go hand-in-hand. So it surprises people to learn that I keep my food budget really low, while still being able to eat mostly organic foods. You know that I love to save money on...
by Kati | Oct 1, 2023 | Debt
If you are living paycheck to paycheck, it can be stressful just to make it to your next payday. If you are struggling to make ends meet and pay the bills, then it feels like you'll never be able to afford to add debt payments into the mix. Adding debt to this...
