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A rustic metal bucket hangs on a wooden wall, filled with green leaves and speckled eggs in pastel shades, conveying a fresh, springtime feel.

10 Farmhouse Easter Basket Ideas for Your Front Door or Wall

January 16, 2025

If you want a versatile and fun way to decorate your home on a budget, you need to incorporate baskets. Baskets are such a frugal item! They never seem to really go out of style and can be transformed all the time. From what you put inside to spray painting them, the other best part …

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Cheap Christmas Decor Ideas for Your Porch

October 24, 2024

Do you love Christmas? Love decorating? But don’t love the price tag that comes with it? You’re in the right place! I hope these images and tips inspire you to get in the holiday spirit. Dollar Store Finds Who doesn’t love a good bargain? The dollar store is your best friend for affordable seasonal decor. …

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Frugal Farmhouse Decor: Budget-Friendly Ideas for Cozy Country Charm

September 3, 2024

Farmhouse decor has taken the interior design world by storm, and for good reason. With its cozy, rustic charm and focus on simplicity, this style creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes any house feel like home. But achieving this look doesn’t have to break the bank. In this post, we’ll explore budget-friendly ways …

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5 Myths Busted About Working From Home Moms

August 7, 2024

The Truth Behind Mommy Myths: Debunking Misconceptions About the Work-From-Home Life Okay, moms, brace yourselves. We’re about to turn the page on some of the internet’s favorite stories about us. You know, the ones where working from home means we’re always in PJs, shirking the snot-nosed, door-slamming world of the office. But are these tales …

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Easy 5 Minute Homemade Vapor Rub

December 18, 2023

Homemade vapor rub is super quick to make and lasts up to a year. When you make your own homemade lavender salve/rub with coconut oil, you know exactly what’s in the jar. There is a piece of mind about it and the ability to tweak it for the oils that work best for your family. …

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Frugal Ways to Decorate Your Home With Rugs

April 24, 2023

All it takes sometimes is one home decor idea I saw on a TV show or in a magazine, and BOOM; I need it to happen. I’m not sure if I call it inspiration or perfect marketing, but I know when I act on these instincts, it brings joy every time I see it on …

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Small Front Porch Ideas on a Budget

March 10, 2023

Your front porch is the first thing visitors see when visiting your home. It’s also the perfect spot for enjoying coffee on a lazy Sunday morning or watching the world go by in the evenings. But if your porch looks a little lackluster, it might be time to spruce it up. The good news? You …

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5 Frugal Decor Ideas for Your Office

November 15, 2022

Oh, the joys and pains of working from home. I’ve been working from home full-time for four years now, and when I get into a funk and feel uninspired, I know I need to change up the decor and layout in the office. But I hate spending a fortune. I want things to look cute, …

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How to Start Homesteading on a Budget

November 15, 2022

There is a calmness to the outdoors. There is peace when you start seeing how animals and food grow all on their own without much human interaction. It reminds you of our hope, promises, and connection with nature. So many of us can agree and say we would love to be more connected and raise …

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The Benefits Of Pickling Fruits and Vegetables

September 26, 2022

Pickling is one of the oldest forms of food preservation, and it can be a great way to extend the shelf life of your fruits and vegetables. When done correctly, pickling can help to prevent harmful bacteria from growing and spoiling your food. Additionally, pickling can add an extra layer of flavor to your dishes. …

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Simple Tips For Freezing Fresh Produce

September 23, 2022

If you’re like me, you want to take advantage of summer’s bounty by preserving some fresh fruits and veggies for later in the year. And if you’re like me, you also want to do it as cheaply and efficiently as possible. So today, I’m going to share my simple tips for freezing fresh produce. Let’s …

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Preserving Your Fresh Produce: The Best Methods

September 12, 2022

If you want to preserve your fresh produce, you have a few options: freezing, dehydrating, or canning. The method you choose will depend on various factors, including the type of product you’re working with and your personal preferences. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you decide which preservation method to use: …

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Stay at Home Mom’s Guide to a Productive Future

September 1, 2022

Are you a Stay at home mom whose kids are now back in school? Is this the first time you will have your house to yourself? What do you do with your spare time? Should you go back to work? Let’s explore what options we have as homemakers whose kids are now all in school. …

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Tips For Finding Cheap Farmhouse Decor

January 15, 2022

This post inspires you to look for affordable farmhouse decor at retailers you may have passed on by. This roundup includes how I used the pieces in our farmhouse and prices.  I have been sharing bits and pieces of the fantastic decor pieces I’ve found at Big Lots on social media, and many people said …

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20 Ways to Get your Homestead Ready For Winter

October 13, 2021

It’s about that time of year when the cold weather starts to creep into our lives. We may have just finished harvesting all of the vegetables from our garden, but now it is time to start thinking about getting your homestead ready for winter. This can be a daunting task if you are not prepared …

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How to Make Money on a Small Homestead

September 30, 2021

The idea of making extra money is something we all think about- but what about using your homestead? If you are like me and have always dreamed of having your own farm- you’ll quickly realize the cost of taking care of animals really adds up. When we started with chickens and pigs I decided to …

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How to Keep Your House Clean When You Live on a Farm

July 13, 2020

That’s the question burning in my mind when we moved out to the country four years ago. The dust and debris fly everywhere with all the tractors and cars speeding down our road. Not to mention the manure and rotting onion smell we seem to have wafting through the windows. Living out on a farm, …

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Cheap Patio Decorating Ideas

May 27, 2020

I’ve been living a frugal life for a while now. It all started because we really didn’t have a choice. I’ve always loved a good deal, even since I was a kid. But when you start a debt-free life, and have big goals, your frugal living drive becomes intense. The beauty is you don’t have …

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How to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal Using What You Have

May 24, 2020

Oh March 2020, even now into April 2020, means we all need to be resourceful. We love using what we already have. We always start a project keeping in mind how can we do this for the cheapest way possible. With my husband being home during this time, now 39 days, he has been staying …

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DIY No Sew Mask From Leggings

April 24, 2020

I was cleaning out my kids clothing drawers. Getting rid of leggings that have holes and too small. Anyone else notice the Cat & Jack ones seem to always get holes in the knees. Anyways we saw a tutorial for a DIY No sew mask from a t-shirt. Living in New York state we are …

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25 Products to Keep Kids Busy & Creative

March 17, 2020

It’s such a whirlwind to even type this, but as we are only on day 2 of being home, I can feel myself getting a little cra- cra and only can imagine what next week will bring. If you want to have a little bit of peace of mind scroll through this list and grab …

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Homemade Hand Sanitizer

March 10, 2020

Are you short on hand sanitizer? If your store is out of hand sanitizer and you have basic ingredients on hand you can make it yourself. We won’t get into any debate on this, but for those looking for a recipe here ya go. 2/3 cup 70% isopropyl alcohol or higher 1/3 cup aloe vera …

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How to Throw a Trolls Birthday Party for Cheap

March 9, 2020

If you want to throw a Trolls birthday party here are some ideas for you. If you aren’t too concerned whether the items are from the first Trolls movie, head on out to your local Walmart, and Party city asap. All the Trolls items from the first movie are being clearaned out for the next …

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What our Farmhouse Kitchen Makeover Looks Like 2 years later

March 3, 2020

It is hard to believe two years ago my husband built a barn and I redid our Kitchen. It felt a little crazy and overwhelming at the time. Today two years later, I’m so glad we did it. When it comes to tackling DIY projects in your home, it’s best to just go all in. …

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