It used to happen every year; I’d end up with an extra gift for one of my kids, something I’d discover only as I was wrapping presents two days before Christmas. I’d either have to…
Tips and Hacks
5 Proven Ideas to Reduce Your Electric Bill
Your monthly electric bill is an unavoidable part of life. Without fail, it comes each month and is often higher than you would like. You can’t wave a magic wand and instantly reduce the amount of…
How to Organize Kids’ Books
Encouraging reading in our family is a must, but books can quickly clutter a room if they aren’t properly organized. With two boys who have a wide age gap, I needed a way to store…
6 Ways You Might Be Overspending at the Grocery Store
From clipping coupons to scanning the sale flyer, you try to save money when you buy food for your family. Despite how savvy (or not) you are when it comes to grocery shopping, you still…
4 Simple Home Safety Ideas that will Give Your Family Peace of Mind (with Free Printables)
As parents, we have many things to consider when it comes to keeping our families safe and happy. Good planning and awareness can give everyone peace of mind when it comes to home safety and keeping our…
5 Simple Tips for How to Run a Killer Yard Sale
Yard sales, or garage sales, are a great way to declutter your home and make a few dollars while you’re at it. It can also be a lot of work, but there’s a few simple…
3 Essential Tips for Starting a Successful Budget
The thought of setting up a family budget can be anything but fun. In fact, it can be so overwhelming, a lot of people don’t even bother. A 2013 survey showed two out of three…
7 Simple Things to Consider Before You Buy Something
This time of year, many of us are cutting back on spending and trying to be smarter with a budget. I’m right there with you. You’ve probably heard the old question to ask before you buy anything: “Do I really…
The Budgeting Tip That Will Finally Bring You Success
Do you ever wonder why some people are so successful with money while others, often including ourselves, have a tougher time? Sure, hard work or even sheer luck might have something to do with it, but…
8 Ways to Help You Save Money on Heating This Winter
It seems like summer just ended and the cold weather is already descending upon us. We live in New Hampshire so it does get quite a bit colder here compared to where many of you live. A…
The Unbelievably Easy Picture Hanging Tip You Must Try
Do your picture frames & canvases tend to tilt or go crooked? You hung them so nicely, but after a couple weeks, you notice them leaning. That happens a lot in my house. I’m pretty sure…
11 Simple Tips for Cleaning Your House Fast
I readily admit that I’m not the best housekeeper. I try, but there never seems to be enough hours in the day. And with four active kids who bring dirt and mud into the house…
How to Remove Tough Stains from a Microfiber Couch
Last week I shared how to clean a microfiber couch and even remove pen and marker from microfiber (thanks to our helpful kiddos.) But what happens when the usual method doesn’t work? If you have…
How to Clean a Microfiber Couch & Remove Pen & Marker
I was so excited when we bought a microfiber sectional couch 7 years ago. The salesman told us microfiber couches were GREAT with kids because you could clean it so easily. Ha! I quickly learned…
Simple DIY Protective Mat
Do you have any wood surfaces in your home that seem prone to getting water damage or just plain old dirty? I do too. My kitchen windowsill is home to a Basil plant and I don’t…