Do It Yourself

Gift Jars

Gift Jars One reader mentioned filling jars with ingredients for cookie or cake recipes to give as gifts, I have seen these in stores and yes they are expensive. I would like to make my own also, and decorate the... Read More

Our Home-Based Business Ideas

To discuss any of these business idea, contact Randal Watkins. Randal has been in business for himself full-time since 1988 and has had experience with business at home, in office space, in a retail store, and online since 1999. Call... Read More

The Frugal Life – Are You Functionally Frugal?

Are You Functionally Frugal? It is very easy to be frugal but are you "functionally frugal"? Let me explain, by giving a real-life example. Recently, I needed to repair the headboard in our bedroom. Previously, I had two screws with... Read More

Covering A Couch

Covering A Couch Q. I have a reclining couch and loveseat that are only four years new and the material has worn away… three young children and an old golden retriever. Besides using a throw to cover the holes... Read More

Christmas Cards – Don’t Trash or Stash Them by Donna Watkins

Christmas Cards – Don’t Trash or Stash Them by Donna Watkins I thought I’d share a Holiday Tradition that makes Christmas cards "last"much longer than just for the month of December. It takes away the guilt of just tossing them... Read More

Help with a Bathroom Vanity

Help With a Bathroom Vanity Q . I need a way to refinish a cultured marble bathroom vanity? I’m buying another house that needs a complete remodeling. I don’t mind replacing some of the vanity tops but not all if... Read More

The Frugal Life – Specialty Wrench

Need A Specialty Wrench? Don’t have the specialty wrench you need? No problem, you can still tighten or remove a specialty (Allen-head, Star or Square) head screw; just try different sizes of plain screwdrivers until you find one that will... Read More