I am loving this West Elm Bedroom. The only thing I don't love is the designer price tag of $3,593 OUCH! That doesn't include paint or artwork! So I've put together this room for less and given you a few tips on how to score it even cheaper! Designer West Elm Bedroom for Less! Ok, when planning the budget West Elm Bedroom I am assuming you are starting with a blank room and need everything from the ground up. You ant to start by painting your walls this Subdues Sienna Color something close to it. Make sure it has the pink undertones to it. Now if you have a bed frame USE IT! You can save a good chunk of your budget this way by just doing a DIY tufted headboard. I also suggest watching sites like Craigslist and the Facebook sell groups for the dresser and night stand. I see ones … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Recipe – How to Make Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe
Have you jumped on the pumpkin spice craze? I have to an extent. I'm not a fan of the pumpkin spice latte (does this mean I'm out of the club?!) but I love just any pumpkin spice recipe that includes food. I haven't really jumped on the pumpkin spice drink train. That includes this pumpkin whoopie pies recipe. It's AH-MAZE-ING. Pumpkin Spice Recipe - How to Make Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe Yes, you read it right I'm not a fan of the pumpkin spice latte. I'm more of a salted caramel girl. Apparently, my Instagram followers agree with me and my addiction as well. I have even converted hubby! My addiction started with the pumpkin pancakes at IHOP and grew from there! Ok, so we know I am ALL about easy meals and this recipe while not technically a meal (while it could be) it is … [Read more...]
4 Easy Ways to Make a House Feel Like a Home
This post brought to you by CORT. The content and opinions expressed below are that of The Frugal Navy Wife. Moving from place to place is something I have experienced several times in my childhood and my adulthood. When you move a lot, it can be hard to make your house feel like a home. You are always wondering when you will have to start packing up again. Use this tips to help your house feel more like a home. #1. Make it your own No matter how long you are going to be in a home, learn to make it your own. You do not have to do anything permanent to the home to make it your own. Hanging up pictures and placing home décor can be a big step in making it your own. Vibrant colors and pictures of your family are a great start to making your home “your own.” #2. Keep it cozy One … [Read more...]
Grilled Peach Chicken with a Cucumber and Peach Salad
As peach season sets in we area ll hurrying to get in what grilling time we can before the cold weather starts to set in. One of my favorite dinners this time of year is grilled peach chicken. I love just about anything peach, and I personally think peaches get overshadowed this time of year by the fall and pumpkin spice craze! But not in my house. This dinner is one of my favorites! Pair it with this easy cucumber and peach salad and YUM! Find more Frugal Chicken Recipes for more ideas. Grilled Peach Chicken with a Cucumber and Peach Salad Confession: I love grilling so much because it means I don't have to cooker. I prepare it and send hubby (and the kids) outside to cook. I can then prepare the sides and listen to some music or catch up on a TV in peace for about 30 minutes if I'm … [Read more...]
Build Your Own Wardrobe with Ohio State Apparel
Many of you have probably realized we are big Ohio State Fans in this house. This is because my husband is and he as born in Columbus Ohio. His grandfather got him hooked. We don't watch the NFL (much anymore), so we go all out for the NCAA! O-H.... Anyway, I'm a girl, and I'm not about to wear the same outfit every Saturday so here is how to build your own wardrobe with Ohio State apparel. Build Your Own Wardrobe with Ohio State Apparel So this is also known as a Capsule wardrobe, and they are becoming pretty popular. I had no idea! They also only work if you remember to wash your clothes one a week and I don't wash them then forget them in the washer only to have to re-wash them. Then dry them twice to get the wrinkles out from forgetting it the first time and then letting them sit … [Read more...]
Money Moves to Make When You Have Your First Child
Do you have a little bundle of joy on the way? Your life is probably filled with new tasks: outfitting the nursery, buying baby clothes, baby-proofing the home, and all those last-minute details that rear up in the final weeks before the little one is due. There’s another necessary factor to consider as the due date draws near—the important financial moves every new parent should make. Check out this list of the essential financial steps to take before and after you add a new little member to your happy family. Money Moves to Make When You Have Your First Child Refine Your Budget When you first find out a baby is on the way, the first financial step you should take is creating a new budget. First, take a look at what your current monthly budget allows for. Then, pull records of your … [Read more...]
Outside Classroom – Tips for Taking Your Classroom Outdoors
Homeschooling is a lot of fun, isn’t it? But who wants to keep their kids cooped up inside all day?! It’s time to get out and enjoy one of the BEST benefits of homeschooling, being able to have an outside classroom! It’s time to take your classroom outdoors this fall (spring and summer too!). Here are some tips on how to make this happen. Outside Classroom - Tips for Taking Your Classroom Outdoors Find some curriculum like the Giles Frontier that helps you learn in nature. I also highly recommend the book The Big Book of Nature Activities: A Year-Round Guide to Outdoor Learning for ideas on taking your learning outside. Visit a local park There is always a ton to do at the local parks. Sure, there are swing sets and jungle gyms, but there is also a chance to explore. Look at the … [Read more...]
13 Nights of Halloween 2016
If you have taken a look around the blog here, I'm sure you can tell how much I love fall and especially Halloween. Well, I'm excited to share with you this 13 Nights of Halloween 2016 list. While I'm a big wuss and HATE really scary movies I like the fun family ones when it comes to Halloween. I love the Adams family too. 13 Nights of Halloween 2016 I highly recommended picking a weekend day and making a day out of it! You can start the day out with our famous Pumpkin French Toast Recipe and easy homemade maple syrup. Then go pick out your pumpkin and use one of our 700+ free Halloween Pumpkin Carving Stencils to carve your pumpkins. Then work on a great craft like this easy wine cork pumpkin craft. Then I highly recommend a family nap ;) Then have dinner and make some of our … [Read more...]
Amazing Peach Cinnamon Rolls Recipes
Peach season is here! Peaches are one of my favorite foods by far, and I love having them for breakfast. I also love cinnamon rolls so in one of my brilliant lack of sleep moment I thought why not put the two together. I, of course, waited until I had a bit more sleep under my belt before I put this recipe together. That is how this amazing peach cinnamon rolls recipe became one of my families favorites. Peach Cinnamon Rolls While this peach cinnamon rolls recipe takes a bit of time, it is really easy when it comes down to it! Oh, and it's super yummy! Make sure to check out of our easy breakfast recipes. Related: Copycat Paula Deen Monkey Bread Ingredients: Dough: 1 cup warm water 2 Tablespoon quick rise yeast 1 Tablespoon sugar 1 1/2 … [Read more...]
Summer to Fall Kohls Dresses for Women
As the weather starts to cool in some parts of the country but not others dressing can be a challenge. I love having clothing items that transition easily from fall to winter. These Kohls dresses for women are perfect. Summer to Fall Kohls Dresses for Women I don't know about you, but the weather near me never seems to be able to make up it's mind. I have a whole 2 months where I don't know if I need to be putting away summer clothes or keeping them out. Our closets over fill because I have to keep a little out of each. Because of this problem I have put together several outfits that I can change from summer to fall with just a change of the accessories. This outfit centers around this LC Conrad Pleated Midi Kohls Dresses for Women. This is your centerpiece item. For your summer … [Read more...]