The average American kitchen is well-stocked with disposable items such as paper towels, napkins, paper plates, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, garbage bags, etc. There’s no denying the convenience of these items but as what cost – both to our budget and the environment? With a change in mindset and a little effort it’s really not…
Favorite Frugal Resources
One of the most important skills a homemaker can have is the ability to manage the household finances well. No matter the income, we all want to get the most for our money. I would love to share some of my favorite frugal resources with you. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. …
Autumn Turns My Heart Toward Home
I’m a summer girl through and through. However, as much as I love the warmer months, I must admit that fall and winter bring out the homemaker in me and that is who I truly am. My home takes center stage in Autumn. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. When the days get…
How to Save Money With a No-Spend Challenge
Have you ever done a no-spend challenge? If “how to save money” has been in your Pinterest or Google searches lately you’ll love this. It’s a great way to recover after the holidays or to save money for a vacation. You’ll clear out your pantry and freezer PLUS exercise your creativity. LWD 2018 No-Spend Challenge…
An Interview With Lisa ~ The Retro Housewife Goes Green
I have a treat for you – a second interview for the month of February! This one is with Lisa Sharp who blogs at Retro Housewife Goes Green. And she just happens to be my daughter. I often say that if you do it right, you can raise kids who in turn teach you. Lisa…
LWD Giant Green and Frugal Living Roundup
Running our homes in a frugal and eco-friendly manner is important. We all want to get the most from our financial resources and I dare say most of us are also interested in doing our part to protect the environment. The good thing is that these two goals are not mutually exclusive. In fact, in…
An Interview With Terri – Blue House Journal
I am very happy to introduce LWD readers to Terri Cheney of Blue House Journal. I first became acquainted with Terri back in 2005 when I started reading her newsletter, Penny Ann Poundwise. I don’t think she knows this but I used to print out her newsletters and have them collected in a three-ring binder….
Eco-Friendly Laundry
Laundry is one of those household tasks that not only takes a lot of a homemaker’s time but can also have a big impact on the environment. Detergents, bleach, fabric softener, and dryer sheets all have potential issues. Not to mention water usage and energy consumption considerations. But we can take steps to lessen the…
The Wisdom of Grandma
If we are fortunate there will be someone in our life who provides an example of a life well-lived. For me, that person was Grandma. I grew up next door to my grandparents and spent much of my childhood in their home. I continued to spend a lot of time with Grandma until she died…