How to Save on Sherwin Williams Paint
I love Sherwin-Williams paint but it is expensive! However, I do believe it is worth it to pay more for good paint. When you buy high quality paint you end up using less paint, the paint lasts longer, and it has better coverage than cheaper brands. Over the past 25+ years of painting rooms (I have an obsession), I've tried lots of different brands of paint but I always come back to Sherwin Williams. (Except for... read more ❯
How to Get More Done
Do you have a friend who seems to be able to get more done than anyone else you know. That person who is super efficient, always one time, and never seems frazzled? Either that person has unlimited wealth and no children... or they know how to get more done because they make lists. I'll admit I'm a list person, so this comes easy for me. However there have been times when I've been super overwhelmed... read more ❯
Bath Bombs (Lavender Lemon)
Instead of spending money on expensive bath bombs you can make them yourself in less than 30 minutes. I just checked the price of the popular LUSH bath bombs and they are $8 each! How fun would it be to make your own for a fraction of the price? They are great to give as homemade gifts and you can create your favorite scents for each season. This lavender lemon scented recipe is one of... read more ❯
Paleo Chocolate Cupcake
Love cupcakes but want a paleo, grain free version? This paleo chocolate cupcake is delicious, moist, and grain free! You don't have to ruin your paleo diet for the next celebration with these cupcakes. I am always striving to sneak some healthier foods into my kids' treats. Until now the paleo chocolate cupcake had been a work in progress. As I have gained more experience working with these flours, I learned some of their unique traits... read more ❯
How to Make a Glass Tile Serving Tray
Making your own glass tile serving tray is simple. Not only does it look elegant it is also inexpensive. Recreate this Pottery Barn inspired tray in an afternoon. What I love about this DIY project is that you can use items you probably have sitting in your garage. Currently I have leftover glass tile from our kitchen remodel in our last home. There's also a bag of grout from a recent bathroom remodel. The only thing I... 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. Honestly, it's not even difficult. Usually it means reducing... read more ❯