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Five Ways to Upcycle Your Kids’ Outgrown Clothes

5 ways to upcylce your kids' outgrown clothes

If you have toddlers, you know how quickly they can outgrow their clothes. Something that you bought just last month can be too short or too tight today. Instead of throwing out your kids’ outgrown clothes, you can upcycle them into useful items. Here are five ways to get more life out of those old or outgrown clothes. Read more »

How to Make Your Budget Work for You

Piggy savings bank”One who is faithful in very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in very little is also dishonest in much” (Luke 16:10)

Making a budget to better organize your finances is probably the second most common resolution people make each year, right after vowing to stick to a diet and go to the gym. The idea of a budget certainly isn’t a new concept, especially in today’s economy. However, it can be just as challenging to stick to a budget as it is to use your new gym membership for more than a month. The goal isn’t to find a budget you can live with, but to find a budget that actually works for you. Here are some tips to get you started: Read more »

Top Security Tips to Burglar Proof Your Home

Top Security Tips To Burglar Proof Your HomeTargeted crime is a never ending problem and a battle we all face. Unlike many other crimes, home burglary is not exclusive to any particular social group or class. Thieves have no ‘standards’ or ‘values’ – they’ll steal from whomever they can.  As the global economy has slowed down over the last few years, crime has steadily increased. There is evidence that shows a house is broken into every couple of minutes and this figure shows no sign of improving. If you are serious about protecting your home and family follow these simple steps and maximize your home security. Read more »

Wall Decals: Do They Add a Touch of Art or a Touch of Yuck?

Wall DecalsThere isn’t a clear answer to the question of whether wall decals add or take away from the décor in your home. The wall decal has become just another piece of fashion for your wall but some feel as though it is not a good piece of fashion. Like most other things that catch on like wildfire, wall decals became a clever, simple, easy way to decorate but then enough became enough for some. Overuse and repetition created a possible ugly spot where a decal would be. On the other hand, others completely disagree and feel that the creativity and simplicity of a decal delivers a fresh look to any wall. Read more »

How to Shop Garage and Yard Sales

Garage SalesWe covered some tips for putting on your own garage sale previously in How to Plan, Run and Organize a Garage Sale. This set of resources will give you tips and ideas as a shopper of garage sales. Compare and contrast each set of instructions and tips to help you plan your own strategy for getting the most for your money when you start your bargain hunting. Read more »

How to Plan, Organize and Run a Garage Sale

How to Have A Garage SalePeople consider having a garage sale for any number of  reasons. The two most common reasons are either to get rid things to prepare for a move or to make some money fast! Whatever your reason is, here are a number of resources to help you plan, organize, and run a garage sale of your own. Read more »

Tips for Decorating on a Budget

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Looking to update your home decor but lacking the funds to do so? Did you know there are many ways to decorate your home without spending a fortune? Make your home look like a million while spending pennies. Just look at these resources to find out a number of ways to freshen up your home on a budget. Read more »

Drab Dorm Rooms: 5 Ways To Make Them Feel Like Home

Drab Dorm Rooms: 5 Ways To Make Them Feel Like HomeA college dorm room can be a stark, bleak place, reminiscent of a jail cell with its drab, cinder block walls. That doesn’t paint a pretty picture, does it? Not to worry! If you are heading off to college for the first, second or even third time, there are great ways to make your college dorm room feel like home. Read more »

Top 3 Ways Online House Descriptions Can Fool You

tips for house shopping onlineIn some ways the Internet has been a godsend for renters and prospective homebuyers everywhere. No longer do you need to trawl through the classifieds or search the streets for ‘to lease’ or ‘for sale’ signs. A few Internet searches and you can have a shortlist of potential new homes right in your hand. However, realtors have a few tricks up their sleeves that they can use to present a house from hell as a perfect home. Don’t be fooled! Read more »

12 Things You Can Do To Organize Your Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of your home.  It should be clean, clutter free and highly organized in order to get the most use out of the space.  Regardless of how big or small your designated cooking area is your space can be practical and functional by following a few tips.  Below are 12 things that you can do to organize your kitchen. Read more »

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