In search of a fun, easy craft idea the kids will love? Try a Marshmallow Peeps tree for Easter! We found all the supplies for this one at our local dollar store (or right in our own backyard). The vase, decorative glass "gems" and array of … [Read more...]
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Homemade Christmas Decorations: This (Christmas) Tree is for the Birds!
When purchasing a real Christmas tree to display inside your home this year, consider asking the salespeople at the tree lot if they'll give you a second smaller tree at a bargain price. That's what we did this year for a tree for our deck, and we … [Read more...]
Christmas Tree Dough Ornaments
Making a homemade ornament for each of your children every year is a great tradition. As they get older, they can even help you with the project, and create beautiful memories in the process. Do your kids like playdough, or making cookies with … [Read more...]
Repurposing and Recycling: Greeting Cards to Gift Tags
Don't throw away the old greeting cards you receive in the mail. Instead, repurpose them to create attractive gift cards you can attach to any gift for a new recipient. You're not only recycling, you're saving money too! 1. Cut the front of the … [Read more...]
$6 Aldi Meal: Salmon, Broccoli and Vermicelli
Six dollars goes a LONG way at Aldi. In fact, this entire meal came to just $5.67. Salmon in the freezer section was on sale for just $3.99 a bag. It came with four generous portions and was easy to prepare. I served it with broccoli (just $.99 … [Read more...]