This past weekend we celebrated Clayton's birthday with his friends. He turned 6 back on December 30th, but this year he asked for a party with some of his friends. So, when planning what to do, where to go and what to eat, I went with the ease of a hosted party, at a fun
This post contains affiliate links. Many of us are on a mission to produce less waste in our homes. I am of a generation that was near the beginning of all the "convenience" products that are out there today, and grew up using them all and then realizing the waste later. Unfortunately, convenience often means
Apple cider vinegar is such an amazing addition to our pantry, and I have recently decided to make my own. Apple Cider Vinegar is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. The health benefits include gut health, immune boosting to fight colds, allergies and more. It can be used to help clear acne, repel fleas on
Did you realize how easy and frugal it is to make your own laundry powder or liquid? I have shared two recipes in the past that both contained borax (a naturally occuring substance), but the health warnings and requests to reduce exposure to borax have prompted me to find an alternative recipe. This is the
Best Ever Brownie This Brownie recipe is my favourite. You can add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter before baking as well, for extra chocolaty goodness and texture. 1/2 cup butter, Melted (in saucepan or microwave ) 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup
EASY Coconut Squares Last weekend I was making squares for an anniversary party we hosted. My mom sent me this recipe as an easy and super quick square to make. If you are looking for a fast, yummy and easy recipe, this is for you! Ingredients: 1.5 cups graham crumbs 6 tbsp butter Can condensed
DIY Dishwasher Detergent Just finished whipping up 72 Dishwasher Tabs or Scoops. I had left over Washing Soda from making my laundry detergent and figured I would try the Dishwasher Tabs. These are so easy and quick to make. I used a scoop to make mine, but you can use ice cube trays as well,
Judy's Freezer Meal Workshop with Sunset Gourmet Products Contributed by Judy Brander The question is – What is it and will it be a time & money saver? What is it: "What's for dinner?" Is that a question that is asked at your home each day at 4:00pm? Eating at home saves you money and
I feel like I am constantly looking for new ways to use thos almost brown bananas on my counter. No matter how I try to judge what we wil eat, I am often wrong. My first and most often use is to put the in the freezer (as in in the skin) and use
Do you like homemade beauty and body products? I am starting to whip up some these days. Starting with SCRUBS. Here are a few I have found to try. It has me looking forward to some pampering. Courtesy of dabblesandbabbles.com Oatmeal Honey Face Scrub: This is so simple and only 3 ingredients. Your face will