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Tuesday Tip: No More Messy Rice Krispie Hands

SAVE TIME.

I picked this tip up from my mom recently, to save her hands from becoming a sticky mess, she uses a piece of wax paper sprayed with Pam to press down rice krispie treats instead of putting butter on her hands. Genius! Thanks mom!

Tuesday Tip: Practice Piping

SAVE MONEY.

If you’re like me and try to save money by making your kids’ birthday cakes or maybe you’ve been thinking about trying, here’s a quick tip for you today: practice your piping on a paper plate BEFORE you pipe on the cake! It’s nice to make your mistakes on something that [...]

Thursday Leftovers: Hide Extra Trash Bags

SAVE TIME. SAVE SPACE.

Store extra trash bags in your trashcan!

Store your extra trash bags in your trashcan. The next time you need one they’ll be right where you need them! Plus, you can free up some storage space. I just moved ours last week and am so thankful because now I [...]

Thursday Leftovers: Bring the Snow Inside!

Yes, you heard me right! I know most of the time we kick off our boots and make every unsuccessful attempt to keep the snow outside of our houses, but I say…welcome it in!

If you happen to be like me and detest being cold but hate to be a scrooge and not let [...]

Tuesday Tip: Use Swim Noodle as Bed Rail

So here’s a good tip for you with little one’s that I came across on Pinterest and have implemented for quite some time with my second boy, Owen: use a swim noodle as a bed rail.

When Owen we transitioned Owen to the bottom bed of the the bunk beds, we put up a [...]

Tuesday Tip: Hang Ornaments on Cabinet Doors

Have too many ornaments to fit on your tree? Try hanging a few of your favorites on your kitchen cabinet knobs or pulls. It will add a touch of whimsy and holiday cheer to your kitchen space.

Thursday Leftovers: Save Old Sheets for Tent Making

HAVE FUN.

Remember building tents in your house when you were little? Nothing is better than getting to hiding out in a tent all day– especially if it is rainy or cold outside. I loved making tents and having a new space to explore and create in! Tents haven’t lost their appeal now that [...]

Tuesday Tip: Freeze Fruit for Summer Snack

SAVE MONEY.

Have trouble getting your kids to eat fruit? I would guess that most of you don’t, but if you have kids like mine, they go through periods of not liking certain fruits. For instance, both of my boys have gone through periods of not liking grapes. However, if I just pop them [...]

Thursday Leftovers: Use Dark Shades & Curtains to Promote Healthy Sleep

use dark shades to promote healthy sleep

SLEEP DOES A BODY GOOD.

I love summertime because there is so much to do and it seems like so much time to do it since it stays light out for so long. It’s so easy to get carried away playing at the park or talking with neighbors that we sometimes have to skip [...]

Tuesday Tip: Dryer Sheets as Mosquito and Gnat Repellent

Here’s a quick tip for you I just recently learned from my friend Caroline at our 10 year class reunion, use a dryer sheet as a natural way to repel mosquitos and gnats. You can tie it on your belt loop, put it in your pocket or shoe, or rub it [...]