We all know of folks who take April Fool's Day pranks too far, but in my opinion, that takes the fun out of it. Instead, why not yuk it up with harmless and silly practical jokes where everyone gets a laugh? Some of the pranks in our list are perfect for last-minute April Fools Day fun. Others ... Read More about Harmless April Fools Day Jokes and Pranks
Cute Spring Craft | DIY Fabric Carrot Pattern
Check out these DIY fabric carrots I made! What a fun spring craft that will bring vibrant color (and extreme cuteness) to your home decor. These cheerful and cute stuffed carrots are an easy beginner sewing project and scrapbuster, and I've included a free printable carrot pattern and two different ... Read More about Cute Spring Craft | DIY Fabric Carrot Pattern
Inexpensive (but lovely!) ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day
No one wants to be thought of as cheap on Valentine's Day, so the idea is to be smart - not cheap - this Valentine's Day. Can you celebrate lavishly but spend wisely? Of course you can! Here are some tips on how to make Valentine's Day special - but on a budget. What is the average cost of ... Read More about Inexpensive (but lovely!) ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day
What to buy at Costco to save money
What are the best things to buy at Costco? What items should be on my Costco shopping list? What are the best deals at Costco? If you're still on the fence about Costco, read Is a Costco membership worth it? If you want to know the best things to buy at Costco, or find a bargain-friendly Costco ... Read More about What to buy at Costco to save money
How to sew a grocery bag holder
A very simple but handy sewing project for beginners is to make up a quick DIY grocery bag holder. You need very few supplies, you only need to sew a couple seams, and there's nothing tricky in this plastic bag holder sewing pattern at all. In fact, you don't even need a pattern. To be honest, you ... Read More about How to sew a grocery bag holder
How I Save Money at Sam’s Club
Do you have a Sam's Club near you? I do, and I pay for a membership every year. I love Sam's Club! But every year I do re-evaluate to make sure I'm saving money by having a Sam's Club membership. I mean, I have to. It's impossible for me not to question the wisdom of paying to shop at a ... Read More about How I Save Money at Sam’s Club
How to shop Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals
Black Friday Shopping Tips The whole month of November is like the Olympics of bargain shopping. It can be a great time for smart shopping, but it's also a frenzied time: one minute you're Googling cranberry sauce recipes and the next minute you're trying to find the best promo code on a ... Read More about How to shop Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals
How I make homemade chicken broth
Here is how I make chicken broth or chicken stock homemade from scratch practically for free. It is easy to make and really delicious. Why should I make homemade broth? Sometimes people look at me funny when I say I make homemade broth, or homemade pizza, or whatever and ask, "Why? Can't you ... Read More about How I make homemade chicken broth
Fall Leaf Coaster Sewing Pattern
It's autumn here in the eastern United States and leaves are turning brilliant colors before they fall from the trees and litter our yards and landscapes. Last year I found so many pretty leaf shapes just in my driveway alone. (Having recently moved from Kansas, I'm as excited as a kid to see so ... Read More about Fall Leaf Coaster Sewing Pattern
How to Save Money on Groceries
Out of all of the biggest household expenses - housing, healthcare, transportation, etc. - grocery shopping is one of the budget categories where most of us have the flexibility to save some money. You can learn how to save money on groceries each week and still enjoy high-quality, nutritious and ... Read More about How to Save Money on Groceries
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