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4 DIY Gifts That Don’t Suck (to get or make)
INSIDE: LOOKING FOR CHRISTMAS, MOTHER’S DAY, FATHER’S DAY OR BIRTHDAY GIFTS THAT COME FROM THE HEART AND DON’T BREAK YOUR WALLET? CHECK OUT THESE DIY GIFTS THAT DON’T SUCK AND PEOPLE WILL ACTUALLY LIKE WHEN YOU GIVE THEM. Every year I go through the same panic – what am I going to buy my co-workers, neighbors, friends, and family members? This year, I’m not gonna do it….I’m not going panic. I’m not going stress out about what to get people who already have everything they need or want. Clearly, people have become accustomed to saying “I don’t want anything, please save your money” while secretly they are hoping you buy…
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How to Host a Preppy Birthday Party
INSIDE: HOW TO HOST A PREPPY BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR A TEENAGE GIRL WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK. I did not know this was a thing…but I guess all 13 year old girls want a preppy birthday party. What does that mean you ask? I had NO IDEA! But I took to Pinterest and found some realistic and NOT so realistic ideas. Disclosure Statement: The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Those funds help keep this site alive and kickin’ but it doesn’t cost YOU a thing! Click here for the full disclosure. Keeping…
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Practical Tips for Stress-Free Back to School Shopping with Middle Schoolers
INSIDE: FIND SOME PRACTICAL TIPS FOR STRESS-FREE BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING WITH MIDDLE SCHOOLERS IN TOW. Where has the time gone? It seems like just yesterday we were getting the smallest Kuball child ready for Kindergarten…and NOW – she is going to middle school??? Obviously, we will need a LOT of good vibes sent our way – because now we have 2 GIRL middle schoolers…..do not weep for us, just check in now and then and make sure they haven’t overthrown the parents!!! Disclosure Statement: The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link.…
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How to Host a Bang Up Bridal Brunch
INSIDE: HOW TO HOST A BANG UP BRIDAL BRUNCH THE DAY BEFORE THE WEDDING Today, on the lifestyles of the always busy, we are going to share this amazing idea. Have a bridal shower the day before the wedding…..the bride wanted what the bride wanted, and so she got it. Using my event planning guide, we started the plan about 6 weeks before the wedding. 1 – Theme Know your bride. Pink and gold? Greenery? Diamonds? Glitter? Flowers? Check out Pinterest for some ideas. 2 – Location The majority of the wedding guests were travelers and staying at a hotel arranged by the bride and groom. Trying to keep it…
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How to Reorganize Your Garage
INSIDE: WHAT TO DO WHEN JUNK TAKES OVER THE GARAGE? LEARN HOW TO REORGANIZE YOUR GARAGE WITH THE FAMILY! When the hubby said let’s reorganize the garage, he meant him. RIGHT? We have a 2 car garage that has only been able to hold ONE car for about 2 weeks. That is code for its full of a bunch of other stuff. Disclosure Statement: The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Those funds help keep this site alive and kickin’ but it doesn’t cost YOU a thing! Click here for the full…
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Marvelous Easter Decorations to Make at Home
INSIDE : Tired of the same boring decorations? Come check out these marvelous Easter decorations you can make at home without breaking the bank. Festive Decorating is my jam, so I am always looking forward to the next holiday. Now that St. Patty’s Day is gone, we get to decorate for spring and Easter! Last year, I made this cool pot to put on my entryway console table. This year, I went a few steps further using plastic eggs, fairy lights, and a lantern to decorate the entrance to our home. And of course, I had to hook the mantle up to impress. While getting my gear ready for the…
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How to Not Suck at Decorating for St. Patrick’s Day
Come learn how to not suck at Decorating for St. Patrick’s Day. Using these quick and easy crafts, make your house a St. Patrick’s Day haven. Don’t get bogged down by keeping up with the Pinterest mom….try these easy and cheap decorations. I have told you how to decorate for seasonal holidays before…but some of you are still confused about how to do it without making yourselves crazy. Follow along and learn how cheap and easy still gets the job done. Disclosure Statement: The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Those funds…
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7 Brilliant Ideas for Valentine’s Day Decorations
INSIDE: 7 BRILLIANT IDEAS FOR DECORATING YOUR HOME FOR VALENTINE’S DAY! COME CHECK OUT WE MAKE AND BUY SOME REALLY COOL VALENTINE’S DECORATIONS. One of my favorite times of the year is Valentine’s Day. Why? Because who doesn’t love LOVE!?!?!?! We also love to decorate our home in festive ways, so why not decorate for Valentine’s Day? Check out these 8 brilliant ideas for Valentine’s Day decorations!! Disclosure Statement: The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Those funds help keep this site alive and kickin’ but it doesn’t cost YOU a thing!…
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Under the Kitchen Sink Do-Over
INSIDE: UNDER THE KITCHEN SINK DO-OVER. I MADE CRITICAL MISTAKES AND NOW I AM READY TO CORRECT THEM. COME SEE HOW I REDO UNDER THE KITCHEN SINK TO MAKE IT MORE USER FRIENDLY AND ORGANIZED. I wrote a post about organizing under my kitchen sink a few years ago. Well, it failed. Failed! Honestly, it was better than it was before but I’ve become a better organizer so….I am going to show you a better way to organize under the kitchen sink. First, let me show you how it was before I did anything: Disclosure Statement: The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small…
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How to Protect Your Plants from Common Garden Pests
INSIDE: SEE THE GREATEST, MOST NATURAL WAY TO PROTECT YOUR PLANTS FROM COMMON GARDEN PESTS I have looked everywhere and tried everything to get rid of the ants in my garden. WITHOUT success. Today I will share with you the method that actually works. But you must have patience grasshoppers. First, let me say, I think ants are the most hideous creatures. Nothing should be able to carry something 1,000 times bigger than itself. It isn’t normal…it’s FREAKY! If you don’t feel the same, don’t keep reading. I am not nice to these things. I fail to see their use in the world, and more importantly, my garden. Disclosure Statement:…
