It's here! Summer is a great season to host a get together with your friends. Winter sweaters and jeans have been traded in for flip flops and shorts and cooking on the barbie is out in full force! What better way to get the summer started than by putting on a good old-fashioned BBQ party with your friends and family. Let's not break the bank with a good BBQ. We stick to cheap BBQ ideas and still have loads of fun! Prices of food and party supplies got you down? Use these cheap bbq ideas to save big money and host a killer BBQ party that will work for any budget. How to Have a Killer BBQ on a Budget - Cheap BBQ Ideas Make your own invitations - Invitations can be quite costly and set you back a little bit but if you can work a computer there are some great places that you can make … [Read more...]
Earn Gift Cards For Free 101
Trying to earn gift cards can be confusing. There are so many websites out there trying to tell you how to earn gift cards. There are only a few legit places you can actually earn them, so pay attention! In order to earn free gift cards, you have to answer surveys. Sometimes there are other ways you can earn the free gift cards, you just have to pay attention to what the website offers. Here are some tips for earning free gift cards. Earn Gift Cards for Free Read the TOS Don’t ever try to earn gift cards on a website without reading the terms of service. Each website has a way in which they work things. Always read the terms of service and the FAQ. Knowing what to expect will always help you more when trying to earn gift cards. Pay attention to the payout Just … [Read more...]
12 DIY’s For 4th of July Decorations
The 4th of July is coming up fast and with comes summer fun, memories and get-togethers. Whether you are decorating for a patriotic party or just getting into the spirit of our nation's celebration of freedom, these DIY 4th of July decorations will definitely show your pride. From wreaths to flower pots and even window clings, there are DIY patriotic crafts for both children and adults in this collection of DIY 4th of July decorations. 12 DIY's For 4th of July Decorations Tin Can Flag Themed Flower Pots - An easy family project that will brighten your patio or home Easy DIY Red, White, and Blue Yarn Stars - This is a very cute and easy craft you can get the kids to help with. It was really fun! USA Wood Letters - I love this one all year around in … [Read more...]
How Military Families Can Get Support
This is a sponsored post between P&G and their Start Strong, Stay Strong program and The Frugal Navy Wife. Regardless I only promote companies and products I believe in. When a family is a military family, they need a little more support than the average family. Oftentimes, there are long hours involved in military life and a spouse can be gone for 6-12 months at a time, sometimes longer. It’s important military families get the support they need. Here are some ideas to get support when you need it, military families. Let people know how they can help you At the end of the day, no one can know how to support you if you don’t let them know. When someone asks what they can do to help, don’t just brush them off. Let people know specifically how they can help! You wouldn’t … [Read more...]
Patriotic Kool Aid Cupcakes
Patriotic Kool Aid Cupcakes My kids love helping me in the kitchen. They especially love this recipe because they love Kool Aid and cupcakes why not put the 2 together. These Patriotic Kool Aid Cupcakes came to our family recipes box a few years back after I saw a layered cupcake at a BBQ. Loved the idea and was able to get the how to. Then I read online Ingredients 1 Box of White Cake Mix Plus eggs and oil per box instructions 1 pack Strawberry or Cherry Kool Aid 1 pack Blue Raspberry Kool Aid 1 can of white icing of your choice Red and Blue Sprinkles (we have found the star sprinkles and have used them ever since) Related: Tye Dye KoolAid Pie Recipe + Video Instructions Make the cake batter as instructed on the box then separate evenly into 3 bowls. Add ¼ Cherry or Strawberry to one … [Read more...]
DIY USA Letter Wall Decor
I love red white and blue decor. Some call it Americana, some call it patriotic, I just call it summer decor! I can put it up around Memorial Day and leave it up until Labor Day, score! I love being able to DIY this decor (it doesn't always turn out trust me!) But this red white and blue USA Letter Wall Decor is one of my favorites so far! I was able to get all my supplies at Hobby Lobby (I love that store and get into too much trouble when I shop there!) I suggest the wood letters I used because you can sand them up or they have a way to hang them on the wall if you want. I did the cardboard ones at one point and while cheaper, the look I wanted just wasn't there. Related: Expert Tips for Decorating on a Budget I had to buy everything new because I didn't even have … [Read more...]
Copycat Chick Fil A Sweet Tea Recipe
When I was pregnant with my oldest daughter I had the worst cravings for Chick Fil A Chicken Salad Sandwich I had to start making them at home because it was daily! But when I got it in-store It was always with their Chick Fil A Sweet Tea, hands down! Have I mentioned I am kind of a Chick Fil A junkie? Yeah... I am. This is one of our favorite Chick Fil A Copycat Recipes. Looking for even more copycat recipes we have you covered! I love sweet tea (I mean hello southern girl here!) and Chick Fil A sweet tea is my favorite when I'm out and running around. It's not hard to make but they just get the sugar combination just right every time! Copycat Chick Fil A Sweet Tea Recipe Pair it with my Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe and this Copycat Chick Fil A … [Read more...]
DIY Melted Crayon Art
Melted Crayon Art has become a huge deal. People are getting downright crazy with the designs they come up with. We decided to see what all the fuss was about and I won't lie, it's legit. We had a blast making this Melted Crayon Art. Now to find a frame for it... 30 Days of DIY: Day 4 - Melted Crayon Art Supplies Crayons Hot Glue Gun Hair Dryer ( or the good ol Sun) Poster Board Related: DIY Decor – Easy Twig Letter Decor Directions Line up your crayons the way you wish to have them lay. The most common is the rainbow aspect however you can arrange them any way you wish too. Start hot gluing the crayons on the board. My daughter likes to help with this step. Almost finished. At this point, you can melt the crayons a few ways. It's already hot … [Read more...]
July 4th Recipes To Make
With July 4th coming up I know many of you will be attending get-togethers and such for the holiday. I always like to bring something patriotic to a Memorial Day / July 4th / Labor Day cookout and here are some great July 4th Recipes to share. These are also great to get your kids excited about July 4th all week. I love to do little projects and snack idea the week leading up to the holiday get them all excited and also give them a history of the holiday! Then when we have our gathering to celebrate another year of Independence its an all-out party at our house. Do you do anything fun every year for the 4th of July? July 4th Recipes to Make this Year Red White and Blue Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich Recipe - These are by far my kids favorite! Kool-Aid Patriotic Snow Cones - You can … [Read more...]
Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
This Loaded Baked Potato Soup is comfort food at its best-two classic cold-weather foods combined to warm you from the inside out. Creamy and delicious it's a perfect centerpiece for a winter dinner, serve alongside a crusty or soft bread. Meaty pieces of bacon swimming in a cream based soup, joined by sharp cheddar cheese and hearty potatoes for a meal that will satisfy everyone from the hubby to the kids. Loaded Baked Potato Soup Ingredients 6-8 medium to large red potatoes 2 cups chicken broth/stock 3 cups milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 3-6 pieces of cooked bacon 1 stick of butter ½ cup all-purpose flour 1-8 oz. container of sour cream salt and pepper to taste 1 ½ tsp. garlic salt Related: Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup Instructions Peel, and … [Read more...]