Family Life

Quick Fix Projects with Big Impact

When we’re busy, home projects tend to take a back seat to other, more pressing obligations. What if you could quickly complete some fixer upper projects around your home that would make a big difference? Here are five quick fixer-upper projects with big impact. (1) Redo an old chair It’s easy to refurbish dining chairs to …

Five Fashion Forward & Frugal Finds

While the words ‘fashion forward’ and ‘frugal’ aren’t typically seen side by side, Mohawk Home and Overstock.com are proving it is possible to have your cake and eat it too… at least in terms of home decor! As flooring accounts for roughly 30% of a room’s color, you can make a serious style statement in …

Start the Year Clutter Free

Is one of your New Year’s Resolutions to clean out the clutter and organize your home or office? If not, these simple tips and heavenly finds will have you adding it to the section of your resolutions that you can easily mark off! 1.  Start by getting rid of any unnecessary items. This one can …

Cozy Winter Spaces

The holiday decor is packed away, most of us are experiencing cold weather now, and winter is in full swing.  It’s time to “cozy up” your spaces to help you and your family through the winter chill!  My favorite winter decor embraces three key elements no matter which room in your home you’re working on.  …

5 Resources to Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolution

Fox News recently published that nearly half of the U.S. population would make at least one New Year’s resolution this January.  Topping the list were a familiar few:  getting out of debt, getting in better shape and becoming a better person.  However, according to a recent CBS News article, an estimated 36% of resolution makers …

Great Hostess Gifts Under $15

With the holidays come a variety of parties to attend, and one of the toughest tasks is finding great hostess gifts that don’t feel cheap or impractical. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of some of the best hostess gifts you can bring this holiday season that won’t break the bank. If …

Five Ways to De-Stress the Holidays

We’re counting down the days and the “to do” list seems endless.  There are gifts still to buy, boxes to ship, baking to do… and not enough hours in day.  Sound familiar?  If the schedule and stress of the holidays is robbing your joy of the season, I’ve got five ways I “de-stress” the holidays …

7 DIY Gifts Your Kids Can Make This Holiday Season

We all love our children but let’s just say it — people only need so much macaroni art. Your kids are generous, creative beings and who can blame them for wanting to share that with the world? Here are seven projects you can use to channel that creative energy (and free labor) into gifts anyone …

Ten Holiday Housekeeping Hacks

A messy home, impromptu guests and a daunting to do list of chores can kill the holiday spirit faster than a sold out sign on Black Friday.  Keep your sanity and housework in check this holiday season with our list of ten smart solution housekeeping hacks.  Swap your cleaning gloves for a pair of mittens …

Fun and Games: Kids Table Activities

Children bring a special brightness to the holiday and if you’re hosting kiddos at your feast this Thanksgiving, you’re in for a treat.  The “kids table” is a long-standing tradition in many homes and it’s easier than ever to make it extra special — and fun — for the young ones.   If they’re engaged, adults …

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