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Honey Mustard Dip Recipe
Since it’s Football season (and Friday), I thought I’d share one of my favorite recipes from the “My Best Dip Recipes” cookbook with y’all today. This dip is great with cut up veggies, but to be honest, I love it with some fresh baked pretzels. Or try making up a batch to use as a […]
Continue readingCandy Corn Covered Pumpkin – Frugal Tip
Here’s a cute little pumpkin idea that will have your pumpkin lasting longer. Instead of carving it, cover it in candy corn pieces. For an everlasting piece, glue the candy pieces to a plastic pumpkin and cover everything with modge podge. Just use a glue gun to attach the pieces and leave the pumpkin blank […]
Continue readingCandy Corn Pretzel Bites
I have a confession to make. I have a weakness for Candy Corn. I usually try to make it until at least October before giving in and buying a bag. This year I didn’t quite make it. The third time of coming across it at the grocery store had me tossing it in the cart. […]
Continue readingThe Honey Do List – Five Reasons Why You Need Honey in Your Skin Care Products
My friend Becky from Bee-Queen.com makes the most amazing honey lotion. I have two bottles of it sitting on the counter right now and use them daily. I asked her to share a little bit about the benefits of using honey in your skin care products. Not only does her lotion feel great, it’s really […]
Continue readingHow To Clean Your Dishwasher with Vinegar And Baking Soda
You regularly clean your fridge, your oven and even run some vinegar water through your coffee maker… but how often do you clean your dishwasher? If you have an older model like me, you’ll notice that your glasses aren’t getting quite as shiny and clean and there may even be a bit of a smell […]
Continue readingPumpkin Spice Mix Tip – How To Your Own Pumpkin Spice Mix
As promised I’m continuing with the video chats. Today I’m talking a little more about how to make and store your own pumpkin spice mix. You can find the full printable recipe here: Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix Disclosure: Some of the links below are affilate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will […]
Continue readingReady For Fall and All Things Pumpkin Spice – Video Chat
I’m trying something new today. I was sitting here all comfy on my couch with my coffee and my knitting and thought I’d record a quick little video talking about fall and all things pumpkin spice. It’s short and quick and you get to see my favorite coffee mug and what I’m knitting on this […]
Continue readingIced Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
As soon as September rolls around, I’m ready for fall and looking forward to one of my favorite fall treats – Pumpkin Spice Lattes. The problem is, I live in South Carolina and we still have temperatures in the 90s, making those PSL’s much less enjoyable. The solution? Iced pumpkin spiced latte of course! Last […]
Continue readingMake Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte
Last fall I got addicted to all things pumpkin spice, particularly Pumpkin Spice Lattes. I don’t have to tell you that these tasty drinks can eat quite a whole in your purse if you head out and order them at your local coffee place. Add to that the fact that I’m eating clean and try […]
Continue readingPalačinky (Czech Crepes)
A Guest Post By Alice Seba From VegetarianLost.com (great blog to follow). When I was growing up, we had some pretty interesting things for dinner. We had these things that looked like donuts with a dollop of sour cream and jam on them. Other times, we had traditional Czech pancakes, called palačinky, that are more like what […]
Continue readingNutty Pumpkin Bread Recipe
One of the best things about fall is all the yummy pumpkin spice recipes. I shared my favorite pumpkin spice mix with you a few days ago and today would like to share a recipe that uses it. This makes a fantastic loaf of pumpkin bread. I love the added flavor and texture from the […]
Continue readingHomemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
It’s September and that means Fall’s almost here and it’s time for all thinks pumpkin and pumpkin spice flavored. I don’t know what it is about the end of summer, but even though it’s still hot outside, I’m in the mood for that fall flavor. I can’t wait to have my first pumpkin spice latte […]
Continue readingAlmost Free Pallet Garden – Brilliant Frugal Gardening Idea
I grew up with a gardening dad. He still has a large garden and grows almost all the produce for the family. As kids, my sister and I had plenty of chores to do in the garden. It wasn’t always fun and as a young adult, I was pretty sure I’d never have more than […]
Continue readingArtichoke and Spinach Dip
Do you need a quick appetizer recipe that’s sure to impress? Oh and did I mention that it smells absolutely delicious. This dip is quick to put together and you an keep everything you need in your fridge, freezer and pantry. Perfect for unexpected guests and the holidays when you’re busy cooking other stuff. Just […]
Continue readingFrugal Gardening Tips
Are you planting a garden this fall? Whether you’re a veggie growing pro, or new to gardening, you’ll appreciate the tips below. Getting a garden started can be quite expensive which defeats the main reason most of us a growing a garden – to safe on food cost. Take a moment to read through the […]
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