I love Febreze. Let's face it trying to wash a couch is a hassle. It can drain your budget fast especially when you use it as I do. My Homemade Febreze is how I get away with not having to wash the comforters on the beds as often or shampoo carpets, or wash the curtains but still want the just-washed smell. I'm not the only one right?! Well if you use Febreze you know it's not cheap. So I went on a hunt to find a way to make my own! This is the best recipe I have found! This homemade Febreeze is simple to make and is MUCH cheaper! I sat down to figure out the price once. You can buy Snuggle online for $4.99 and baking soda for under $1. I figured each bottle cost less than 25¢ to make. Febreze in-store at its lowest is just over $4 a bottle. HUGE savings when you use several bottles … [Read more...]
The Complete Guide to Saving Money on Car-Related Expenses
The American transportation system is abysmal, which is why thousands of Americans avoid public transportation during the morning commutes and nights on the town. From commuting to work, making weekly grocery store runs, or even visiting friends and family, over 76% of people say they couldn’t maintain their social lives or complete routine tasks if they didn’t own a car. Due to our reliance on cars to get us where we need to be, the average American spends between $300 to $500 per month on car payments. With steep monthly car payments overwhelming bank accounts nationwide, drivers are always looking for ways to save money, and one of the best ways is to purchase replacement car parts. Related: How to Cut Your Car Loan Payment Time in Half The Complete Guide to Saving Money … [Read more...]
Sausage and Ham Easy Jambalaya Recipe
Many of us won't be able to make it to Mardi Gras this year, though I'd go just for the warm weather!! Well, you can enjoy Mardi Gras at home and feel like you are in New Orleans with this Sausage and Ham Easy Jambalaya Recipe perfect for Mari Gras! Sausage and Ham Easy Jambalaya Recipe for Mardi Gras When we visited New Orleans, I don't think I have ever eaten so much food! They have some fantastic flavors there! I HAD to recreate them at home, my oldest daughter and I love crawfish, but this jambalaya recipe was hubby's favorite! What kind of sausage is best for this recipe? As stated in the directions, smoked sausage or andouille works best, however, you can also use hot links if you want to give your Jambalaya Recipe a little extra kick. How long will the leftovers last in the … [Read more...]
44 St Patrick’s Day Crafts For Kids
I love celebrating the holidays with my kids by doing crafts. They get to have fun and are proud of the stuff they do and the fridge matches the current holiday for a while! Here are some of the St Patrick's Day crafts for kids I have bookmarked this year for my kids! Gather your kiddos, and the neighbor's kiddos, and anyone else and have a day of St. Patrick's day crafting! Everyone would have a blast and the kids have new festive art to take home to their parents for the refrigerator. Ok, maybe you don't have to invite the whole neighborhood, but wouldn't that make you the cool mom? Totally would snag some of those brownie points! I searched the web and found these crafts to make - plenty of ideas to get you started. 23 St Patrick's Day Crafts For Kids Are you ready … [Read more...]
16 Easy and Fun St Patrick’s Day Crafts and Decor Ideas
I am always looking for fun ways to decorate holidays, so if I can make cheap decor for that holiday all the better! Here are some St Patrick's Day crafts and decor ideas we are excited to try this year! 16 Easy and Fun St Patrick's Day Crafts and Decor Shamrock Mason Jar Lumiaries - Let’s put our leprechaun hats on and get in the St Patrick’s Day spirit with these Shamrock Mason Jars with glittery gold shamrock designs. Related: 23 St Patricks Day Crafts For Kids Lucky Shamrock Wreath - This adorable wreath adds a sweet little rainbow pennant – because you really need a rainbow over your field of shamrocks don’t you think? Kiss Me, I'm Irish Burlap Bag - I’m in love with anything burlap! It just has such a great texture that it makes anything … [Read more...]
141 Amazing Must Try Easy Easter Desserts
I think the Easter desserts are my favorite part of Easter dinner. We have a new tradition of trying a new dessert each year, and it's so much fun! Your desserts don't have to be the traditional carrot cake either! You can variate to carrot cheesecake or try something different altogether. 75 Amazing Must Try Easy Easter Desserts A few years ago I told my husband I was tired of the plain old carrot cake for dessert with our Easter Dinner. Then said the most amazing thing. So make something else. I went on a search for what I wanted to make instead. That year we had 4 Easter desserts because I couldn't pick just one. We might laugh at it now, but it started a tradition where each year we have a different dessert, and we have two different ones. I have gone as far as doing … [Read more...]
Dr Seuss Hop on Pop Balloon Game
If you are planning some fun Dr. Seuss festivities, you will want to give this Hop on Pop Balloon Game a try. Children will love getting the chance to pop balloons by hopping on them, just like the characters did in Dr. Seuss Hop on Pop. Take a look below at how easy it is to create this game for your kids, as is it sure to become a favorite. Dr. Seuss Hop on Pop Balloon Game Supplies needed: Balloons (I got a 100pk for blue and white for under $10) Marker Radio or CD player It is not hard to find any of these above materials, and chances are you already have them around your home. That makes this game one that is fun and frugal, which is a win-win! Related: 11 Dr Seuss Crafts and Activities Directions: 1. Begin by blowing up balloons. You will want a generous amount, … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Sensory Bottle
St. Patrick's day is right around the corner and what a fun way to get the kids ready than doing an activity together. There are so many St. Patrick's Day kids crafts out there so the options are endless. I like simple and easy. If I can get by without a huge mess, that's also a huge plus in my book. We love this St. Patrick's Day Sensory Bottle for more reasons than one. St. Patrick’s Day Sensory Bottle If your kids love to do arts and crafts you could very possibly have these supplies on hand already. If not, they are not expensive by any means, you could also find them at the Dollar Store. Related: 10 Rainbow St Patricks Day Dessert Recipes Supplies: 16oz. Sensory bottle - any water bottle will work 1 tsp. Green water beads Green beads Water Gold … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Reduce Your Family’s Moving Expenses
Cross-country moves are inherently overwhelming, but they pose unique stresses for military families. In addition to the intense amount of preparation, moving expenses, and packing required, spouse unemployment and loss of community are common anxiety-inducing challenges for veterans and their loved ones. Active-duty members and their partners also deal with child-care issues and worry about how their kids will adjust after relocating. To alleviate moving-specific stresses, draft a thorough to-do list and plan accordingly. Keep everything organized by clearly labeling belongings and designating a specific area for each box to be placed. This tactic will minimize confusion and miscommunications that may lead to inconveniencing toddler tantrums. 5 Ways to Reduce Your Family's … [Read more...]
Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
My hubby is a HUGE sports guy and loves to have some great snacks on game day so I wanted to share a favorite! This easy buffalo chicken dip is also great for potlucks and game night! These are part of our Tailgate Food Ideas List. No matter which sports season is right around the corner this buffalo chicken dip is perfect for the snack table! Sometimes we even make it when we do a finger food night or at holidays when we are hosting. It really is universal and can even be enjoyed during BBQ Season. Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe My hubby LOVES chicken wings and for as long as I've known him that has been his go-to for any get-together or sporting event. I was able to get him to try this buffalo chicken dip a few football seasons ago and he LOVED IT! So it's been part of our … [Read more...]
40+ Ways to Upcycle Old Sweaters
With it being the time to break out your cold-weather clothes, sweaters included, you might, like me, find some of your sweaters have seen better days. I hate to toss out something because of a hole or a stain, especially sweaters that aren't always the cheapest of my clothes. So I went on a hunt to find a way to upcycle old sweaters. The ideas are so cute and make me want to go out and hit the thrift stores to find some sweaters just to get crafty! 40+ Ways to Upcycle Old Sweaters Here are the top ways I have found to upcycle old sweaters and I think you will love them. Cozy Cowl and Boot Socks - These are very in right now but can cost upwards of $30! Make your own! Sweater Pillow - Make sweater pillows the easy way! Use an old sweater and sweater vest. Sweater Ball Tree … [Read more...]
Red Pancake Hearts for Valentine’s Day
I love doing a special breakfast on Valentine's Day for my kids, and they love these Red Pancake Hearts for Valentine's Day Breakfast! With Valentines Day around the corner, it's time to start planning and I LOVE doing themed food for my kids! My kids look forward to it every year and my older ones are big enough to help this year! Red Pancake Hearts for Valentine's Day Related: Valentine’s Day Ribbon Tree We like to do red ones but I have ventured out and let my daughter stary making tye dye ones. We put pancake mix into condiment bottles and then add the food coloring. Using the cookie cutter she just adds the colored mix inside and we have super colorful heart pancakes! Ingredients Your favorite pancake mix Cinnamon Heart shape cookie cutter Red Food … [Read more...]
