Keep your recipe cards upright while cooking by using a clothespin, wine cork with a slit cut into it, business-card holder, a binder clip or two, or a clear, stand-up acrylic picture frame. The first tip shares another easy way to keep them off the counter and easy to view. DISPLAYING RECIPE CARDS: I have [...]
One of the best ways of getting cheap food with a delicious taste is to grow it yourself. There’s nothing better than raising crops with your own fair hand, picking vegetables straight from the ground, and preparing a wonderful fresh and richly tasting meal. But with some seasons offering bumper crops, it can sometimes be [...]
We have all heard the complaints. My car insurance is too high! That can be especially true if you have just received a ticket or you have had your policy for a while. Some insurance companies bait you with an introductory rate and then hike the premium each year, even if you have been claim [...]
Halloween can leave you with an abundance of candy. You probably bought the types you like, but even if you like the candy you bought, how much did you eat before Halloween? What about all the treats the kids bring home? And how many days are there before you’re surrounded by irresistible Christmas foods? Get [...]
Everywhere you turn, there’s more news about the stressed economy, unemployment and the cost of living. We’ve all cut corners, clipped coupons and dined on instant macaroni and cheese until we’re ready to scream. Where’s the fun? Is it still possible to have a good time while spending little or no money? The answer is [...]
photo by reconstructionist Frugal living can be a lot of fun. It’s empowering and can bring happiness to your life. It often becomes a game you can play as you challenge yourself to waste less and save more money. Fellow frugalista, Sue H. in Michigan, shares: “I love to sit in the backyard with my [...]
photo by Scott Lepage Winter is the perfect time for home-baked bread. It’s not hard to do, but it can be time-consuming. The smell that fills your home and the taste makes the effort worthwhile. I’ve included three easy recipes that will round off your bread-baking repertoire. The monkey bread is so simple that kids [...]
Your home can influence your mood. When it seems upside down or outdated, you might feel overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated or dissatisfied. Maybe you wish you could remodel a room or move into a new and improved house. You don’t need a high-cost solution. A few small tweaks can change your entire perspective, lift your spirits, [...]
D EAR SARA: Help! A candle dripped on my pants. I put them in freezer and can’t get all the wax off. The pants are 95 percent acetate and 5 percent spandex. I would appreciate any help. Thanks. — Marno, email DEAR MARNO: Freezing the pants was a good idea. This lets you scrape off [...]
photo by sciondriver Pots or pans are often used to soak dirty utensils. But you risk getting cut when reaching in to grab a fork or knife. The first tip solves that problem. Utensils can stand up, and you can see what you’re grabbing. And putting them away will be a breeze, too. PRE-SOAK AND [...]
