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Homemade Peppermint Shortbread Cookies

Not all cookies need to be overly sweet and heavy, even for the holidays. I prefer a lightly sweetened rich shortbread cookie over the others anytime. But that doesn’t mean you can’t dress shortbread...

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Maple Pumpkin Bars

Maple pumpkin bars… it’s a recipe made in heaven… or at least in my kitchen- where in the colder months Pumpkin is king and Maple reigns alongside. These yummy bars set the mood for crisp, fresh,...

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DIY Dry Shampoo for Brunettes

Some days you just don’t have time to wash your hair, or maybe daily washing is just too hard on your hair but you still need something to freshen it up. This dry shampoo recipe is the perfect way to...

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Homemade All-Purpose Cleaning Wipes

There are very few DIY cleaning recipes that I haven’t tried yet! But somehow I hadn’t made any reusable cleaning cloths, and I really wanted to give them a try. I try to go with natural cleaning...

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Homemade Herbal Burn Salve

When trying to heal myself inside or outside I hate using products that contain a plethora of unnatural ingredients. Chemicals that you cannot even pronounce just can’t be that good for you! So I often...

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DIY Dry Dog Shampoo

Maybe the weather is too cold for a bath, or maybe your pup just doesn’t enjoy a weekly dip in the tub and you don’t have the energy to do battle. This dry shampoo is the perfect solution for you and...

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Herbal Hair Detangler

I have tried a lot of different detanglers for my daughter’s hair! I’ve even tried the semi-homemade kind where you mix water and commercial conditioner. That one was very easy to make and smelled...

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All-Natural Produce Wash

I love bringing home bags of brightly colored produce from the organic farmer’s market for my family- mounds of crisp green lettuce, red ripe strawberries, rainbow carrots, and earth-scented potatoes....

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DIY Cuticle Cream

Argan oil was one of my greatest beauty finds! By itself, it is like a miracle product for hair, skin, and nails, and when you combine it with a few other natural ingredients you get a powerhouse of...

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DIY Scented Fabric Softener Crystals

There are few things in my homemaking that satisfy me more than soft and fragrant laundry! I love when I am putting away my family’s clothes and a wonderful smell is in the air. What makes that smell?...

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Homemade Apple Fritters

Apple and cinnamon are just two flavors that belong together. What’s not to love about a soft, spicy moist inside filled with tender apple bits and a puffed up sugar coated outside? These remind me of...

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Working Man Hand and Foot Salve

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and I have a hubby who works with his hands and is on his feet all day- this means rough, cracked, and callused hands and tired feet. Store-bought creams and...

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Homemade Mojito Gel Air Fresheners

I am often reaching for products to freshen up the air in my home, but many candles, air fresheners, and other products contain some pretty toxic ingredients. I have been trying to cut all that out of...

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Herbal Muscle Soak

Aches and pains are just a natural part of life- from working out, gardening, moving furniture, lifting up our babies, or other everyday activities. It interrupts your day and often keeps you from...

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DIY Dog Bone Frame

Do you have a sweet pet that you treasure and want to give their picture a place of honor? You don’t have to run out and buy an expensive frame at a home decor store or pet boutique when you can make...

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5 Ways to Homeschool for Free

Deciding to homeschool your children is a big decision, one you may have made before they were ever born, as they get ready to enter school age, or after several years of being in the public or private...

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The 15 Best Free Homeschool Sites

If you are looking to homeschool for free or frugally, there are an abundant amount of free sites out there that can help you do just that! From complete curriculums to individual subjects, the variety...

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Homemade Yellow Cake

So I think most of us will admit that we love the ease and convenience of a box cake mix, and they can even taste pretty good. But there is nothing like the flavor and texture of a cake made from...

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How to Wash Pillows in Your Washing Machine

Many times I have just tossed out pillows once they got stained and, well, gross. But as I have gotten older I tend to invest in better pillows and I don’t want to throw money away when I can just put...

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40 Free or Cheap Books for Kids and Moms

Homeschooling doesn’t have to break the bank. The trick is to be creative and know where to find free and nearly free homeschooling resources! Besides the library, you can use your Kindle to supplement...

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20 Free Homeschooling Printables

Homeschooling can be costly, but it doesn’t need to be. You can save a lot of money by utilizing all the free resources available on the Internet! Especially printables! Pretty much any paper organizer...

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DIY Fall Scented Wax Melts

I love the smells of fall- the spicy scent of cinnamon and clove, the warm and inviting scent of vanilla, bright and fresh orange. I used to burn candles, melt wax tarts, and use plug-ins and sprays to...

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Lemongrass and Chamomile Foot Scrub

After a long day at work, after shopping, or just because you need a little pampering, this foot scrub is a much needed treat for your feet! Natural ingredients will leave your feet soft, moisturized,...

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Citrus and Lavender Toilet Fizzies

I don’t think anyone enjoys cleaning their bathrooms. And they have to be cleaned so frequently! Since I wanted to spend less time cleaning my bathrooms, I went looking for things that could help speed...

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Jasmine Himalayan Salt Scrub

I am not one to jump on every DIY beauty product craze that comes along, but sugar and salt scrubs are an important part of my beauty routine. Then when Himalayan salt became all the rage I had to...

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Gnome Tea Cup Fairy Garden

As soon as spring hits my mind turns to gardening- outdoors, in containers, and yes, one of my favorite hobbies- gnome and fairy gardens! Even though I am quite the coffee drinker and could easily down...

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Yarn Macrame Plant Hanger

I remember as a child born in the late 70’s that our house and porch was often a gallery of macrame planters and wall hangings. Elaborate braided and knotted creations dotted with big wooden beads that...

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Easy Homemade Pickled Onions

A quick trip through Panera for a panini sandwich turned out to be life changing! Well, at least in the culinary sense. I happened upon this delicious little sandwich that was made even better by the...

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DIY Liquid Dish Soap

If you have ever worried about the chemicals that are in your home cleaning products, then you have likely decided to try making your own. With items like sulfates, formaldehyde, and triclosan in many...

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DIY Garbage Disposal Cleaner

DIY cleaning products are one of my favorite things to make because I am saving money and keeping chemicals out of my home while serving a useful purpose. One thing that needs regular cleaning, and I...

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DIY Painted Mason Jar Bathroom Organizer

One of my favorite ways to freshen up or completely change the feel of a room’s decor is with a pop of color in the form of paint, be it a whole wall or an accessory.  I ALWAYS have several cans of...

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DIY Menu Planning Board: Easy & Inexpensive!

Yard sale and thrift store finds are some of the greatest treasures! Not only are you rescuing items from possibly being in the trash pile but you will often find good quality for way less than you...

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Homemade Clove Cedarwood Shaving Cream

If you are into making your own bath and beauty products you may or may not know that the men in your life can benefit from DIY beauty products as well!  Rich, moisturizing, and free from...

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DIY Summer Hanging Jar Lantern

Summer is the time for outdoor entertaining and hanging jar lanterns are a lovely way to light up the patio or yard! I think they would even be a pretty and frugal decoration for an evening wedding....

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DIY Coconut & Lime Salt Scrub

There is still lots of summer left to enjoy- bbq’s, beach days, etc.. You will want to have healthy, glowing skin for all those pictures being uploaded to Facebook, Instagram, and in the family album!...

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Homemade Peaches & Cream No Churn Ice Cream

Do you love the the rich and creamy flavor of homemade ice cream but lack an ice cream churn? No problem! You can make your own homemade no churn ice cream at home easy as can be with just a few...

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Homemade Copycat Bisquick Baking Mix

Do you want to always have Bisquick on hand for your pancakes, waffles, or biscuits? It is a time saver no doubt, giving you homemade taste with a shortcut to the goodness. But, it is much cheaper to...

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How to Save Money on Back to School Clothes

It’s back to school season! I know, who wants to think of back to school, right? This means not only buying school supplies but also some clothes shopping. Everyone’s budget is different, but who wants...

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Easy Homemade Apple Spice Body Scrub

With fall comes fresh, crisp days, chilly nights bundled up, and the delicious aromas of my favorite foods cooking, but it also means dry skin that needs a bit more pampering. One of my favorite ways...

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Easy DIY Dryer Vent Pumpkin Wreath

Surely you’ve seen the adorable dryer vent pumpkins that have popped up on Pinterest? They’re such a cute and simple fall decoration! They’re very frugal as well, as you can purchase a dryer vent for...

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Easy and Inexpensive Homemade Sauerkraut

I already love canning and making many of my family’s foods myself, avoiding processed stuff- but lately I have had some health issues that caused me to look even more closely at what we are eating....

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Easy DIY No Sew Fall Accent Pillow

I love adding my own personal fall touches inside and outside the house to create a warm, cozy feeling! One way that I like to bring in the season is to incorporate it right into my home furnishings...

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One Skillet Beef and Cabbage

I discovered a wonderful new cut of meat that I have never seen before- Carne Picada at Walmart. You can probably pick it up in Spanish markets and other grocery stores, but this is the only place I...

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Loaded Monster Christmas Cookies Mason Jar Mix

I love cookies, and it’s likely that your gift recipients love them, too! This Loaded Monster Christmas Cookies Mason Jar Mix contains a lot of favorite cookie flavors and textures all combined in one...

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DIY Scented Pinecones

One of my favorite holiday decor items are simply… pinecones. They can be used interchangeably for fall and winter with just a few adjustments to reflect the season. I love to make scented pinecones to...

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Pumpkin Spice Latte Body Scrub

If you are not one of those people that go crazy as soon as pumpkin spice everything hits the shelves you are probably not going to be as excited as I was for this DIY body scrub. But if you are one of...

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Reusable Homemade Dryer Sheets

I’ve been thinking a lot about DIY cleaning supplies lately. Probably because spring cleaning is coming up soon! I already have a lot of homemade cleaners, but one thing I hadn’t made was my own dryer...

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Farmhouse Decorating on a Budget: Thrifty Tips

How to Create Farmhouse Style Decor on a Budget If you want to update to the farmhouse style that is currently so hot right now you don’t have to run out and spend thousands of dollars or hire an...

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Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a pantry staple that you shouldn’t be without! It is a great base for recipes, makes a wonderful hair rinse, and is even used for weight loss. A spray bottle of apple cider...

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Dollar Store DIY Terrarium

I love doing dollar store DIY projects! It’s so much fun to take inexpensive materials and end up with a finished product that looks like it came from a higher end store. And while this homemade...

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