by MaryJane | Jun 14, 2012 | Crafts, Money Savers
The girls and I have been feeling crafty lately. They made these adorable shoulder bags…perfect for learning how to sew a straight seam for their 4-H projects…and I made these ultra-fun, napkin-covered throw pillows, adding a splash of color to our living...
by MaryJane | Jun 7, 2012 | Dinner, Food & Garden, Money Savers
Last night, I shared my basic meatloaf recipe. Tonight you get the sequel…making the most out of meatloaf by using the same meatloaf mixture to create meatballs. Before you think I’m obsessed with meatloaf, let me assure you that I’m not. What I am...
by MaryJane | Jun 5, 2012 | Clutter Busters, Organizing
We’ve all heard the expression, “A place for everything, and everything in its place.” It’s a great plan, except for those of us who aren’t naturally organized. You see, (and this will come as a shock to some of you) there are people out there who lean toward the...
by MaryJane | May 30, 2012 | Dinner, Food & Garden, Money Savers
Have you ever wanted to host a get-together with friends—but held back because your spending ability was limited? Next time you want to feed a crowd, consider throwing a homemade pizza party instead. These kinds of gatherings are highly successful for three reasons: 1...
by MaryJane | May 22, 2012 | Freezing & Canning, Life & Home
It’s that time of year again. Strawberries are ripe on the vine. Time to review one of my favorite activities: how to make strawberry freezer jam. Until a few years ago, I had never made strawberry freezer jam. Quite frankly, I was a little intimidated by the whole...
by MaryJane | May 11, 2012 | Clutter Busters, Organizing
Welcome back to Clutter Busters! This week’s clutter culprit? Magazines. Don’t get me wrong. I love to sit down with a favorite magazine. The articles are just the right length for me to read when I have a 15-20 minute break, and I often find great ideas I want to try...
