Frugal Bathroom Redecorating

bath towels

I really hated our downstairs bathroom. The lady who re-did it before we moved in did a horrible job with the wallpaper. It was peeling, you could see the edges, they didn’t even come close to matching and it was just plain ugly.

I also didn’t like the fixtures in our upstairs bathroom. They were silver but I had a warm garden theme in there that would have looked better.

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Are You Choosing a Dirty House?

cleaning lady

How to have a clean and organized house. . . . → Read More: Are You Choosing a Dirty House?

Clean Up Your Environment

Cleaning House - Scrubbing the Floor

Why is it that we take better care of the outdoor environment than the environment in our homes? I’ll tell you why –Because our society has made working for a clean environment a noble cause. Having a warm, inviting, organized home isn’t a noble cause anymore. Imagine being at a large office party. Say someone comes up to you and asks what you have been doing today. If you answer "saving the environment," . . . → Read More: Clean Up Your Environment

Tips for Beautiful Nails and Hands

Manicure

Tips for Beautiful Nails and Hands

To soften hands or feet, rub liberally with petroleum jelly, put on a pair of gloves or socks and wear overnight. Use a nail buffer to shine nails between manicures. Cut a slit into the center of a sponge. Place the sponge into a small container and fill with nail polish remover. Dip fingernail in slit and slide around to remove polish. Use an old toothbrush as a . . . → Read More: Tips for Beautiful Nails and Hands

Frozen Grapes

grapes

Grapes (as many as you can get on sale)

Wash and separate the grapes. Drain and put on cookie sheet. Freeze. Store in freezer bags. Give to older kids as frozen treats. Note: Do not thaw; grapes become mushy when thawed.

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Homemade Frozen Banana Treats

frozen bananas

Tasty and delicious treats that are great for kids! . . . → Read More: Homemade Frozen Banana Treats

Pudding Pops

pudding pop

 

1 pkg. pudding (not instant*)
3 cups milk

Combine  and mix only enough to blend well. Quickly pour into popsicle molds and freeze. Chocolate and vanilla pudding may be layered for a fun treat. Makes 8-10 Popsicles. *Regular homemade pudding may be used instead of store-bought pudding mix.

 

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photo by: jessicafm

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