I finally got around to making the homemade powdered laundry detergent. On the internet, I’ve seen many recipes for making laundry detergent. As always, I try to put a different spin on whatever homemade product I’m attempting. So, instead of purchasing any additional items for this product, I used what I
My Top Five Homemade Cleaning Products!
September 21, 2013 by 33 Comments
Today, I’m cleaning the whole house. Just saying that made me tired. Then, I thought about all the homemade cleaning products that I’ve made so far. It made me realize that I’m on my way to having a guru of homemade products. I’ve set stuff up in the kitchen to try out a homemade powdered laundry detergent. However,
Shrimp and Tuna Macaroni Salad
September 14, 2013 by 43 Comments
Today, I felt like having a salad. Not just any salad. I wanted shrimp and tuna macaroni salad. The weather is still warm but I can feel a slight chill in the air. It was the perfect weather for making a macaroni salad. Did I mention that I like to put a lot of stuff in my salad? Well, not too much stuff. Here are the
How We Stay Warm and Lower Our Winter Electric Bill
September 8, 2013 by 66 Comments
I’m so happy that cooler weather is coming! I love the fall and winter! Of course, I don’t like the onset of a potential higher electric bill. So, it’s best to get a head start on holding that bill at bay. These are some of the tips that I use during the colder
A Personal Look At My Blog’s Earnings
August 30, 2013 by 114 Comments
I decided to write a different type of post today. It’s still on the same line as decreasing life’s expenses by making and fixing things yourself. Wouldn’t making a little income from your blog help to decrease some of those monthly expenses? I’m beginning to see a glimmer of “income” starting to shine through this little “blog” that I
Using Washcloths As Homemade Dryer Sheets
August 24, 2013 by 40 Comments
My box of dryer sheets is almost empty. So, this was the perfect time to try and make some homemade dryer sheets. Anytime I try something new, I always try and use items that I have on hand at home. If I need to purchase something, then I try and get it from the Dollar Tree. That way, if it doesn’t come out right, at least I
How To Decorate and Reuse Glass Jars
August 16, 2013 by 29 Comments
I was visiting at my aunt’s house and saw a counter full of used glass jars. They were shaped perfectly and immediately my mind went to how I could possibly reuse them. My first thought was to make a decorative jar filled with flowers. My second thought was that I would paint the flowers with glow in the dark paint. Okay. I gave up
How To Save On Back To School Clothes At Old Navy
August 8, 2013 by 8 Comments
Wow! It’s back to school time already. Thank goodness my kids don’t start school until the end of August. That gives me a little time to finish up shopping and get everything in order. We’re still on vacation! However, vacation does mean that we get to shop while being away from home. I’m always on the lookout for a great sale. My kids
How to Hem Garments Using the Hidden Stitch
August 3, 2013 by 28 Comments
Sometimes, we buy clothes and they’re too long or we want them a tad bit shorter. Normally, you would probably take them to the cleaners and pay to have them tailored. However, if you can’t get to a cleaners or don’t want to pay and you feel like attempting it yourself, then give it a go. I learned this hidden stitch in high school. It was
How to Make a Moist Chocolate Chip Cake!
July 25, 2013 by 41 Comments
My! My! My! This is so delicious! The little dark parts of the cake are the chocolate chips. The french vanilla ice cream on the side is the “icing on the cake”. So yummy! Of course, I had to eat this after taking the photo…..with the ice cream melting and all. The cake is warm and so gooey up against the ice cream. Believe it or not, the
