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My Favorite DIY Christmas Cookie Ornaments Tutorial
August Budget and How We Pay off Debt
Do You Care What Others Think?
Hey!!!! I am Melissa! I am a mother and wife that loves to live frugally, spend time with my family and help others. I think love goes a long way and respect goes even further. I am real on this site because life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. You’re not alone through all this and I want you to feel right at home. Join me in the ups and downs of frugal life and raising a family in a time where choosing the right isn’t always popular.
DIY Projects
Easy Homemade Fabric Christmas Ornament for Under $5
How to Make Reusable Sandwich and Snack Bags
My Favorite DIY Christmas Cookie Ornaments Tutorial
5 Easy Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill and Gas Bill
Homemaking
Guest Post: Green DIY Tips
Frugal DIY: Homemade Disinfectant Wipes
Simple Living Challenge Day 7: Controlling Toys
Easy Fall Vegetables to Plant That Are in Season + List of Vegetables to Plant in the Fall and Winter
It is not always easy to know what are good fall vegetables to plant. Some seem pretty daunting as you think about how long they take to grow and how much you have to do to protect them if it freezes. But it is pretty rewarding to see the fall and winter vegetables grow and…
Recent Posts On Living A Frugal Life
The Best Simple Pumpkin Squares Recipe
Few things are so classically fall as Pumpkin – and with the spices included, your whole…
Magical Sweet and Sparkling Reindeer Food Recipe + Reindeer Food Poem
Have you ever made a magic reindeer food recipe? It is used to bring the…
Easy Teriyaki Chicken Recipe with 5 Ingredient Marinade
This easy teriyaki chicken recipe is the easiest from scratch dinner recipe. It is healthy…
How to Find A Local Food Co-op So You Can Save Money on Food
Food co-ops are an easy way to get lots of fresh fruits, veggies, and meats…
How To Make An Easy DIY Fall Wreath with Dollar Store Items
Nothing greets your guests quite like a festive DIY fall wreath on your front door….
London Broil Beef Shish Kabob Recipe: Includes Marinade for London Broil
Our family loves London Broil Beef Shish Kabobs! I think my favorite part is that…
Hey!!!! I am Melissa! I am a mother and wife that loves to live frugally, spend time with my family and help others. I think love goes a long way and respect goes even further. I am real on this site because life isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. You’re not alone through all this and I want you to feel right at home. Join me in the ups and downs of frugal life and raising a family in a time where choosing the right isn’t always popular.