The heat is here! Do you change the direction of your ceiling fan based on the season? In the summer you should reverse your ceiling fan to a counterclockwise direction. This will change the airflow, pushing air down and creating a more cooling effect. If you've never done this, look for a small switch on the side of the base of your fan. Then remember to reverse it the other way in the cold weather. When it's going a clockwise direction it will create an updraft and recirculate heat down. This … [Read more...]
What You Froze for Winter is Ready to Be Used!
If you madly froze apples and garden veggies to enjoy during the winter months, that time is now! Spring and summer will be here before we know it and you don't want to waste food or the time you spent peeling, chopping, and freezing food. Use up what is toward the bottom of your freezer and get creative. With the cold weather here, it's a great time to bake and roast in the oven. Freezer burnt food? If you have food that might be a little freezer burnt or not at its peak, consider turning … [Read more...]
Winter Home Makeovers on a Dime
If the middle of winter during COVID has you wanting to completely redecorate your home while you're cooped up inside, don't break the bank. Here are some tips from a professional organizer who happens to be a tightwad: It's no surprise that my first recommendation is to get rid of the clutter. Some of your clutter you may not even realize is there, as you've been looking at it or proudly displaying it for years. That awesome collection of VHS or DVDs that you have filling one wall of the … [Read more...]
Finding Thanksgiving Deals to Enjoy the Whole Year
Many food staples are on sale leading up to Thanksgiving, most of which are freezer or shelf stable for up to a year. Take advantage of the savings you find to stock your pantry. Here are some awesome tips: … [Read more...]
How to Use Swiss Chard
Swiss chard is a green leafy vegetable that is growing in popularity, as it is easy to grow, has a mild taste, and is packed full of nutrients. Whether you have swiss chard in your garden, get some as part of your CSA, or have a neighbor drop some off for you, make sure you don't let it go to waste. The easiest way to use swiss chard is to add it to anything you'd normally add spinach or broccoli such as Broccoli Cheese Soup, Spaghetti Sauce recipes, or casseroles. Once chopped and cooked, it … [Read more...]
Got Excess Zucchini?
Young Zucchini Pickles 6 lbs. young zucchini, sliced thin 2 cups onions, sliced thin 1/2 cup of pickling salt 2 qts of ice water 2 cup of sugar 2 qts of distilled white vinegar 1/4 cup of whole mustard seed 1/4 cup of celery seed 1 tsp turmeric Place the zucchini and onions into a 12 quart glass bowl and sprinkle evenly with the salt. Pour the ice water over the vegetables and stir once. Cover the bowl and let the veggies stand at room temperature for 3 hours. Dump … [Read more...]
Christmas in July: Nah! But Saving Should Start
Christmas is only 6 months away, and if you haven't already, now is a great time to start saving. I'll save you the math. If you event tuck away $25/week starting now, you'll have saved $600 by Christmas! Christmas is the same day every year, so planning is easy. If money is tight this year, all the more reason to start saving. Tuck away what you can, and you'll be less stressed when December rolls around. You can buy a gift card once in a while and save them too. Give them as a gift or use … [Read more...]
Freezing and Drying Herbs
Many more people are gardening this year, since COVID has limited travel and other entertainment options. People are keeping busy by planting gardens or containers for the first time. In fact, many garden centers and seed sellers are having a hard time keeping up with demand. Just try to find onion sets. Some suppliers report a 3 to 5 times the normal increase. So with so many people gardening, we have to assume there will be plenty of herbs and veggies produced. Here's a great article on some … [Read more...]
Planning a Summer Staycation
If you're planning to stay close to home this spring and summer as most of us are, we can still make the most of our current situation. There are plenty of new, fun, and interesting adventures you can plan while social distancing and not spending a ton of money. Here are some ideas for a fun staycation: Water Party! Let your kids plan a water party with sprinklers, water guns or balloons, and kiddie pools. Try placing the sprinkler under the trampoline or swings for added fun. Check out … [Read more...]
Want to have your home cleaned, but think you can’t afford it?
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...]
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