Waffle Iron Cookies
Did you know you can bake cookies in a waffle iron? My kids love watching videos on youtube and often stumble across random ideas, like making things other than waffles in a waffle iron.
For years we didn't own a waffle iron. Then one day I picked on up at a garage sale. I see them almost every time I shop yard sales priced for around $5. Definitely try to buy one used before paying full... read more ❯
Chicken Marinade
This is my all-time favorite chicken marinade recipe. My mother has been making it for years and I always look forward to grilled chicken at her house.
The longer it marinates the better it tastes, although I wouldn't let it sit for more than 12 hours.
If you want to convert this into a freezer meal, make the marinade and add the chicken in a freezer storage bag. Squeeze out as much of the air as possible.... read more ❯
Simple Ways to Save Money
Do you need to tighten the budget and save more money? Every month we reevaluate our finances and make changes based on our goals.
Almost always I look at our finances and find ways we can cut back our spending. When the budget is being squeezed you have two options, make more money or spend less money. Personally I find it easier to spend less than make more.
It's not even difficult. Usually it means reducing your... read more ❯
7 Tips for Growing Strawberries in Containers
If you lack space or time to plant a garden, container gardening may be for you. Growing strawberries in containers is perfect for anyone who wants fresh fruit without all the hassle. When you keep a few simple tips in mind, you can grow fresh strawberries in containers all season long.
One huge benefit of container gardening is that you can start the growing season a little bit earlier by starting your plants inside.
If you are... read more ❯
Coffee Filter Valentine's Day Bouquet
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 Needed
Small vase
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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 ❯