fine living on a shoestring budget
This is the smoothie that made it easy to give up processed snacks in our house. With an easy smoothie recipe as good as this, you won’t miss the processed snacks. I’ve dubbed this a tropical green smoothie, but everyone in my house just calls it “green smoothie”. One taste and you’ll know that drinking…
I’m about to blow your mind. Did you know that you can make homemade Uncrustables with a Mason jar? Yup, a Mason jar. No fancy machine needed to make your own Uncrustables. This super simple Uncrustables recipe will impress your favorite PB&J fans and save you a whole lot of money at the grocery…
Have you ever wondered how people get free stuff in exchange for reviewing items online? Look no further. Here is the best comprehensive guide for how to get free stuff. Edited to add in 2020: I wrote this post in 2015 and it was my most popular post for years. People love free stuff! When…
Love lemonade, but hate all the added sugar and calories? You’ll love this healthy frozen lemonade recipe made with all natural ingredients and no added sugar. It’s so good that the kids won’t even miss the sugar. In fact, it’s almost as good as Chick fil a frozen lemonade! A healthy frozen lemonade recipe that…
My very first crafting post on this blog was on DIY painted wine glasses. It was such a fun craft that I was decided to revamp it. This is my favorite budget craft because it’s fun, easy, and makes for an impressive gift. These DIY painted wine glasses are a hit as party favors I made…
Woo hoo! I have some exciting news. My e-book, The Authentic Blog Project, is featured in the Genius Blogger’s Toolkit. What is The Authentic Blog Project? It’s part memoir/ part “how to” book about blogging for profit while being authentic. You know, not super fake on social media. Authentic blogging is a revolution that offers freedom. It’s…
Ready for Cinco de Mayo? I’ll help you get ready to celebrate with 5 Cinco de Mayo recipes to sink your teeth into this year. I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that Cinco de Mayo is one of the best food holidays, quite possibly the best after Thanksgiving. Who doesn’t love drinking Mexican…
I heard a disturbing fact while watching the news this morning: divorce rates are anticipated to be higher than usual after coronavirus. To make it even more newsworthy, the newscasters went on to report that the number one reason couples fight is money. I don’t know if these are statistically backed statements or not, but…
Did you know that May the fourth is Star Wars Day? Get it? May the Fourth be with you! There are so many fun and inexpensive ways to celebrate Star Wars Day. Here are some of my favorite ways that we have celebrate May the Fourth. Oh, and don’t forget about the day after Star…
Finger painting with a baby is fun, except most of the paint ends up in their mouths! Even though all finger paint is non-toxic, I have a hard time feeling comfortable letting my kids stuff their faces with it. This cheap and easy cornstarch finger paint recipe is alright for little tummies to digest. Keep reading…
Happy Earth Day! Here are some of my favorite activities to do on Earth Day that don’t cost a dime! Not only are these free, they are fun for all ages, from preschoolers to adults. I hope you and your family enjoy these free Earth Day activities for all ages as much as I do….
