DIY Compost Bin
Do you want to make your own compost bin? Do you want to start composting but don't want to buy an expensive composter? This DIY compost bin is so easy to make and costs less than $20.
It's free if you have an old trash can that you don't need anymore. Not only is it inexpensive, it takes less than 30 minutes to put together. This DIY compost bin was so easy, my kids were able... read more ❯
Coffee Filter Valentine's Day Bouquet
By contributing writer Jordon
I have been looking for an excuse to try this craft out. I made a Valentine's Day bouquet for my son's teacher out of coffee filters. It turned out so cute, and I cannot believe how easy it was! It really got my mind going with other bouquet ideas I could do. But for now, I will share with you how to make a Valentine's Day Bouquet using coffee filters.
Coffee Filter Bouquet
Supplies... read more ❯
Pom-Pom Heart Wreath
Valentine's Day is rapidly approaching, and I decided that my home needed a little holiday decor. I found some red yarn in my stash and decided to use it to make a Valentine's Day wreath. You can make this fun pom-pom heart wreath with just a few supplies.
Supplies Needed
Yarn
Scissors
Wire Hanger
Duct Tape or Hot Glue (optional)
Instructions
1. First, you need to make about 20 or more pom-poms. Cut a piece of yarn about 10 inches... read more ❯
Why I Stopped Potty Training My Kids
No more diapers. When Cora made the transition into "big girl panties" my potty training days were over.
Can I get a high five, fist bump, spirit fingers?
There was no sadness in my house when Cora stopped wearing diapers. I don't miss them at all. After changing diapers for almost 18 years and I don't know how many diapers that adds up to, but I'm sure it's in the thousands or tens of thousands.
Now that all seven... read more ❯
Simple Ways to Eat at Home
I know for some people it can be hard to break the habit of eating out, especially if cooking is not your passion or speciality. If you are struggling financially, or working towards a financial goal eating at home is a great way to save money.
How do you start a habit of eating at home? When we were working to get out of debt I did a few things that made eating at home easier... read more ❯
101 Things to Do on a Snow Day with Kids
Growing up in Florida, I had no idea what a "snow day" was until I moved up north. I also had no idea of the importance of snow day activities, until I spent a winter stuck inside a tiny apartment with my toddler.
I also became very familiar with this routine:
Dress all the kids up for snow (30 minutes)
Watch kids play in the snow (10 minutes)
Make kids hot chocolate after they come in... read more ❯