As energy costs rise, ceiling fans are are a simple but effective way to cool your home in the summer. You can save money during the summer AND winter months by installing a ceiling fan. The fans don't need to be expensive but the higher quality, the better the energy savings - usually! Also look for an Energy Star rating. In the winter months, by putting the fan in reverse mode (winter mode on low speed), the fan works by pushing the warm air up and then back down to keep you toasty. … [Read more...]
Organize to Your Heart’s Content with Free Printable Labels!
April 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I am always searching for new ways to organize but I sometimes find that the cutest stuff is often the most expensive. That is not the case here! While perusing the Better Homes & Gardens (bhg.com) site, I found these adorable storage labels that can be used for just about everything. The best part is... they're FREE! Visit this LINK to claim your own printable, personalized labels. They come in all different shapes, sizes and colors! Simply download them (PDF form) and save … [Read more...]
Remove Tarnish – The Easy Way
April 16, 2011 By 1 Comment
Tarnished silver can be a pain to clean but it looks so pretty on the table when it's all shined up! Here's an easy, cheap way to clean your silver. You'll want to use your silver every day, not just special occasions! Items Needed: Tarnished Sterling or Plated Silver Soft cloth Aluminum Pan Baking Soda Boiling Water *Place the aluminum pan in the sick to avoid splashing. Add your tarnished silver to the pan. Sprinkle 1/2 cup to a cup of baking soda over the tarnished … [Read more...]
The World’s Largest Garage Sale!
April 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
"One Man's Trash is Another Man's Treasure!" - Anonymous Have you ever FINALLY talked your spouse into getting rid of the hideous lamp that Aunt Thelma left to you when she passed away? Then victoriously hauled it to the curb with a broken tennis racket, the five dozen old formerly wet golf balls that your partner tediously collected intending to wash and resell, oh five years ago, only to wake up in the morning and find that all of the "junque" that you had to pry from the clenched hands … [Read more...]
Homemade Magazine & Catalog Holders
April 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you're like me, paperwork and magazines can overwhelm the house quicker than a flash flood. Before you know it; magazines, paperwork, catalogs and receipts clutter the countertop or other surfaces. You try to sort the mail as soon as you walk through the door but sometimes life gets in the way and it has to wait until later. I tell myself - "Don't get stressed, get organized!" And it's true! Here is an easy project that will help keep your magazines and catalogs organized! No … [Read more...]
Inexpensive Wedding Favors
April 12, 2011 By 1 Comment
Wedding season has arrived! Well, weddings DO happen all year long but spring just puts that bounce in my step and I can't help but think that love is all around us. Love doesn't always come cheap, though. The average wedding costs upwards of $20,000. Ouch! In this economy it's so much savvier to make your own invitations, place cards, programs, favors and centerpieces, etc. Remember you still have to pay for the officiant, caterer and reception hall! Although you can save … [Read more...]
How to Clean Soot off a Brick Fireplace
April 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
We all have certain little (and not so little) projects around the house that we tend to avoid because they're either: a) too time consuming or b) we have no idea how to tackle them! Here's an easy (and super cheap) tip I found that will help those who have been staring at that ugly soot above their fireplace for far TOO long! Get scrubbing... and when you're finished you can cross one more project off your to-do list! Items You'll Need: one can of Scrubbing … [Read more...]
5 Spring Home Maintenance Tips to Execute NOW!
April 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Spring cleaning doesn't just mean cleaning out your closets and sweeping your garage! If you own a home, don't neglect to take tackle these home maintenance projects; they could save you money AND a potential disaster! 1. Replace Furnace Filters: Filters collect dust particles, which clog the filter and decrease airflow resulting in less heat. I learned this the hard way when my furnace just stopped working because the filters were clogged. (Save $50 + a year) 2. Keep snow away from the … [Read more...]
Top 5 Uses for Dryer Sheets!
April 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
My husband is always creeped out by the Snuggle Bear but I think it's adorable the way he jumps in piles of fresh laundry! Tee-Hee! Dryer sheets are great for making laundry snuggly soft, but there are so many other great household uses for dryer sheets, you'd be amazed! Here are my Top 5: 1. Give Bugs the Buzz off! Tuck a dryer sheet in your pocket (or in your picnic basket) to keep bees away. They don't like the scent! Rub the sheet on your arms, legs and neck to keep bees … [Read more...]
Salad-To-Go Saves Lunch!
March 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Don't you hate packing that great salad only to find everything is soggy by lunch time. Here is a solution! When packing the salad, always pack the heaviest items first. So if you like nuts, peas, carrots, tomatos, cucumber, eggs - those should go on the bottom. Then use a small container to hold your dressing and set that on top. Lastly fill with lettuce. When you are ready to eat, pour on some of your favorite dressing and shake, for a tasty, CRUNCHY salad! … [Read more...]
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