Some of you may know that my sister and I run a vacation rental home. The small house sits on property adjacent to ours.For the most part it’s worked out very well. We are located near several ski areas and we have a good flow of renters using the house during the winter to ski. UsuallyContinue reading “Frugal Tips: Cleaning a Burnt Pot”
Category Archives: Frugal Tips
Making Your Own Wool Dryer Balls
Last year I was lucky enough to win a box of dryer balls. I was a little skeptical at first, I had never even heard of dryer balls! Dryer balls are an eco-friendly alternative to dryer sheets and liquid fabric softener. Would they really help my clothes dry quicker with less static? Yes they do!Continue reading “Making Your Own Wool Dryer Balls”
Reposting Peppermint Lip Balm
This is one of my favorite products that I make at home. It is something I make every year. I love it that much! I have also given the lip balm as gifts before. I purchased these little tins from Rose Mountain Herbs, which are the perfect size. The recipe is quite easy and mixes upContinue reading “Reposting Peppermint Lip Balm”
Cast Iron Face Lift
I have a wonderful collection of cast iron. Some pieces I have inherited from my mother while other pieces I have been luckily enough to spot at yard sales. I even have an old cast iron muffin tin! I love them all and each has a specific purpose from cooking up a pot of soupContinue reading “Cast Iron Face Lift”
Reposting Restoring a Shrunken Sweater
Have you ever washed a wool sweater in the washing machine? did you know it is possible to restore a shrunken sweater with conditioner?
Our Family Budget Planner Review
I am so excited; Jennifer from Godly Glimpses asked if I would review her new Family Budget Planner. I don’t know about you but I find the end of the year is always a good time to get organized and review your budget in preparation for the year ahead. How can we stay organized andContinue reading “Our Family Budget Planner Review”
Why Have a Well Stocked Pantry?
My husband and I are now empty nesters! No longer am I busy trying to feed four children at every meal, instead I am only cooking for two. So why have a well stocked pantry? First of all we live in a rural area and it is at least a twenty-minute drive to a smallContinue reading “Why Have a Well Stocked Pantry?”
Can You Retire Early?
Have you ever thought about what it would take to be able to retire early? The first thing to take a look at is how you would spend your retirement years. I’m sure you don’t want to spend all your time watching television or playing bingo! Perhaps you enjoy the structure of a 9-5 jobContinue reading “Can You Retire Early?”
Gifts From On The Home Front
If I had enough time I would have all the gifts I give be homemade. I love receiving homemade gifts as much as I enjoy giving them. I appreciate the time people take to make homemade gifts. Here are a few of my ideas. Friendship Soup Mix This delicious soup mix can be layered inContinue reading “Gifts From On The Home Front”
Surviving a Job Loss
Embed from Getty Images It’s a tough economy out there. I know recent college graduates that are still looking for jobs. Sometimes being unemployed can hit you when you least expect it. Other times you might see it coming but you may still not be prepared. If you’ve recently lost your job, it’s time toContinue reading “Surviving a Job Loss”
Nancy on the Home Front 