The cleaning product industry is a billion dollar industry that is ready and willing to take your money. Many homeowners buy the newest cleaning gadget or dozens of cleaning products all in the name of making house cleaning easier and more tolerable. The problem is the high expense associated with buying all this stuff. People who clean their own homes are likely trying to save money by avoiding a professional cleaning service. But are they really saving money? Cleaning your own home costs … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning Is Around the Corner
Do you believe in the ground hog's predictions this year? Whether you have faith in his prediction abilities or not, Spring is right around the corner! Who else is ready to open windows and get the house spring cleaned? Spring cleaning can mean something different to everyone, but most people associate it with deep cleaning and hard work. However, once the job is complete, the rewards are well worth the effort. When deep cleaning, you’ll want to consider places that rarely get cleaned or … [Read more...]
Labeling Your Kitchen Items A-D
We all have A, B, C, and D items in the kitchen. It's helpful to take time to think about and label each of yours. It isn't a physical label, but more a designation you assign that helps you determine where to store it for a less cluttered kitchen and better time efficiency. Here are A, B, C, and D items explained: An “A” item is something you use every day. You need to give it top priority in the kitchen, making the item easy to get your hands on. “A” items should be at mid-height, and would … [Read more...]
Recipe Favorites You’ll Want to Try
We all have favorite recipes, and my favorite recipes always save time or money (or both when possible). I get lots of requests for some tried and true recipes that I've posted years ago on my site. Many of you are new to this website, and some of you may simply appreciate a reminder to give these a try. Homemade Onion Soup Mix Homemade Cream of Chicken/Mushroom/Celery Soup Mix 5 Minute (No Knead Bread) If you have a time-saving or money-saving recipe that you'd like to share, please … [Read more...]
Planning for Life AFTER You
It's not a fun topic, but it's an important one. If you haven't please consider making some plans for those you love to handle life after you. There are some simple things you can do now that will be incredibly useful and appreciated should something happen to you. Make a list of your accounts and passwords, along with where they are located and other people who have knowledge or access. Do you have a will? Where is it located? What is the date of the most recent version? Where do … [Read more...]
Is Getting Organized Your New Year’s Resolution?
Many people make resolutions, only to have them fall by the wayside a short-time later. If getting your life, home, or office more organized is one of your resolutions, there is no reason why this can't come true for you. Tricks to Getting More Organized Write it down. Put your goals on your calendar, phone, or frig where you will be reminded of what you want to accomplish. Start small. Don't try to do it all in one day. Getting discouraged or overwhelmed isn't helpful. Pick a drawer, … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas from the Tidy Tightwads team! … [Read more...]
A Unique Gift Idea: Winter Camping
Did you know that many Minnesota State Parks have winter camper cabins you can rent? They have electricity or propane, which makes them cozy for winter getaways. If you're looking for a unique gift idea for the kids or grand-kids, and you enjoy skiing, hiking, sledding, snow shoeing, ice fishing, etc. this may be a great option. You can make a reservation by calling 866-857-2727 or visiting https://dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/reservations.html … [Read more...]
What do people want most for Christmas?
Did you know that recent statistics show that 46% of people regret not saving more money? Alongside that, the number one regret people have at the end of life is not spending more time with loved ones, and of the top ten most common New Years Resolutions, 6 are time and money related. So what does that tell us? People understand what's most important, but aren't making the life changes required to get there. Start small and work your way toward your goals. Spend less money on Christmas and … [Read more...]
Key to Getting Organized with a Hectic Schedule
Two articles have been circulating this week about too much clutter in our lives. MPRNews published the article, "The best thing you can do is not buy more stuff" and EricaLayne.co published "9 Hard Truths About Clutter You Need to Hear". Both articles not only talk about reducing the clutter in our lives, but stress the "stuff" is having on our communities and environment as a whole. It all has to go somewhere. While our TidyTightwad tag line is "Less is more", it's also a adage to live by! … [Read more...]
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