Organizing Children’s Spaces
Check out this post from Modern Mom for great ideas on how to organize children’s spaces!
DIY Ledge Shelf
Let the fun begin! We have decided to start featuring some simple DIY projects on My Life Inside the Box!!! These project will be simple, fun ways to add some pizazz and functionality to your home…and yes, YOU can do … Continue reading
Vinegar- What a good friend to have!
Vinegar has sooooo many household uses! It simply amazes me how something that is so inexpensive has become my best friend. Here is a handy list I came across that gives several uses for vinegar in your laundry. Enjoy! Use … Continue reading
Easy Homemade Cleaning Products
Here is a collection of Easy Homemade Cleaning Products you can use around your house. Whether you are wanting to go “green” or just wanting to save money on cleaning products, take a look and give it a try! Mirrors/Glass … Continue reading
A Smile
A Smile Take a moment each day to give out a smile! You never know the impact it may have on someone’s day =) “A smile cost nothing, but gives so much. It enriches those who receive it, without making … Continue reading
Don’t Waste That Bread…Make Breadcrumbs!!!
Don’t know what to do with the ends of the bread loaf that nobody likes to eat? Do you have some bread that’s a little past it’s prime, but not moldy? Extra rolls or bagels you don’t want to waste? … Continue reading
Posted in Home Life, In the Kitchen, Recipes
Tagged bread, breadcrumbs, frugal
The Poinsettia Myth
Claim: Poinsettias are poisonous to humans. Status: FALSE Read the truth about Poinsettias in this article from Snopes.com and enjoy your holiday decorating!!!
Frugal Activities for Kids
From www.frugal-living-tips.com “Family life can be a little hectic sometimes and trying to keep the kids happy can be a challenge. This second page of activities to keep the kids happy on a frugal living budget has lost more fun … Continue reading
Being Frugal: Make it Last Longer!
Here are three frugal tips on how to save money by simply making your stuff last longer! Soap If you’re using a soap pump, then try putting a rubber band around the base of the pump, looping it tightly. This … Continue reading
Don’t forget to submit your recipe!
Could you use a gift card to Kroger? Who couldn’t? Take a few minutes to submit your favorite fall/winter recipe and you can still be entered into the contest. We will be announcing the winner on Friday, so don’t delay!!!
Posted in Home Life
Local Online Farmer’s Market for the Winter
By Erin Wright www.richmondfoodcollective.blogspot.com Farmers markets abound in Richmond these days, making fresh, local, nourishing food within easy reach. But what happens when the markets close for the season? The Farmers Market @ St. Stephen’s has a easy and convenient … Continue reading
Posted in Home Life
Tagged farmer's market, online, st. stephens, winter
New Dates for the “Busy Mom’s Guide” Course…Register Now!
We’ve rescheduled our dates for the Busy Mom Course. Hope you can come! Today’s moms are busier than ever. Not only do we keep the home fires burning, we do any number of activities outside the hoe. With jobs, soccer … Continue reading
Homemade Laundry Soap Recipes
10 Homemade Laundry Soap Detergent Recipes (list taken from tipnut.com) Making your own laundry detergent is a discipline and it’s not for everyone, but it definitely saves money–sometimes just costing pennies a load! First Some Tips: For the bar soaps … Continue reading
Laundry, Laundry, Laundry
By Holly Dvorak (Controlling the Spin Within) Laundry . . . laundry . . . laundry – it never ends! I hear this – and see the proof of it – with almost every mom I work with. As a … Continue reading
Budget Worksheet from Shannon
By Shannon Hayes (MLITB Presenter and Frugal Mom) Thanks for joining me at My Life Inside the Box last month. I hope that you got some great tips that will help you in your journey! It was a blessing and … Continue reading
The Many Faces of the Coffee Filter
So many household items can be used for something completely different than what they were intended for….ever use a straw as a vacuum sealer or turn a mason jar into a cute piggie-bank? Check out these great ways to re-purpose … Continue reading
Get Frugal….Online!
By Shannon Hayes (Frugal Mom and MLITB Presenter) Here are few of the sites I check out for half off gift certificates. These sites offer discounts to places other than restaurants (retail, recreation, salons, etc.) The best deals are under the CLEARANCE … Continue reading
TRICKS of the trade…they want you to overspend!
Watch out for these “TRICKS of the trade” when you are out shopping! Knowing what kind of tactics retailers use to lure you in will help you become a wise shopper, saving yourself money, time and sanity! Check out this … Continue reading
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Don’t Pay For That!
So much money and energy is wasted on things we could get for free. If you want less clutter in your life and want to keep more of your money, then check out US News and World Report’s list of … Continue reading
Vinegar- What a good friend to have!
Vinegar has sooooo many household uses! It simply amazes me how something that is so inexpensive has become my best friend. Here is a handy list I came across that gives several uses for vinegar in your laundry. Enjoy! Use … Continue reading
Posted in Home Life