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Toasty Tips for Staying Warm in Cold Weather

By Carlos on January 25, 2018 Seasonal

Wintertime can be fun to play in the snow for the whole family, but bottom line is no one likes to feel cold. Here are some unique and clever ways to stay toasty and warm in this winter’s cold weather. Layer Up Wear layers indoors and outside, this includes sweaters, long underwear, and even a knit hat. When you head outside, wear a scarf and hat. Wear Wool Whenever You Can Wool is a great fabric that can warm you up during the winter months. However, some people dislike the material because it’s too itchy. Try merino wool and cashmere,…

Winter Maintenance Tips for Outdoor Lighting

By Carlos on January 21, 2018 Seasonal

Outdoor lighting provides many benefits to the exterior of your home. It provides curb appeal by showing off your homes best features and provides a way to safely navigate the terrain when you come home at night. Lighting your home can also protect you from thieves. Wintertime is when the darkness lasts the longest, when you need lights the most. For that reason, it is essential to keep your lighting maintained all year long, but especially during the winter. Here are some tips to maintain your outdoor lighting this winter. Clean the Lights Anytime you have precipitation, whether it is…

How to Maintain Your Driveway during Winter

By Carlos on January 18, 2018 Home, Seasonal

Winter may be a beautiful season, but sometimes natural beauty does more harm than good. The snow and cold can cause your driveway to develop cracks. Fortunately, there are ways you can minimize the damage that takes place in your driveway. Here are a few ways you can protect your driveway during winter. Clear Out the Snow Regularly It may be tempting to let the snow accumulate, but this is one of the worst things for your driveway. When snow melts, it seeps into your driveway causing water to get lodged in there. When the weather heats up, the water…

How to Dress for Winter Weather on a Budget

By Carlos on January 10, 2018 Seasonal

You don’t have to drop a bundle of cash to look good in the winter. You can look like a million bucks with minimal investment. Be warm and stylish while dressing for winter weather on a budget. Invest in Winter-Wear Staples Winter clothes get a lot more wear and tear than your spring or summer staples because they’re exposed to harsher conditions. A beautiful pair of boots can be paired with less expensive items for a look that’s enduring and fabulous. Pick your investment items in saturated, cool weather colors like black, warm brown or deep burgundy. For footwear, look…

Ways to Make Money from Holiday Gifts that You Don’t Want

By Carlos on December 30, 2017 Seasonal

Even if the person who gives you a gift has the best intentions, some gifts just simply aren’t what you want or they’re something that you already have and don’t need a duplicate of. You don’t have to let the gift take up space in your closet or have to throw it out. Instead, consider these clever ways to make a bit of cash from the holiday gifts you don’t plan on keeping. Make a Donation If you have a gift you don’t want, you can give it to someone in need. Donate your item to a clothing drive or…

How to Pick the Perfect Snow Blower this Winter

By Carlos on December 22, 2017 Frugal Friday, Seasonal

If you think that it’s time that you made the switch from your trusty old shovel to a snow blower, you have made the right choice. A good snow blower is a huge advantage to any household that has to deal with a good amount of snow. There are different kinds of snow blowers on the market, each of them coming with their own set of specifications, pros and cons. If you want a product that meets all your needs, figure out how the area you will be covering and the density of the snow in the area before you…

Festive Ways to Decorate Your Front Door

By Carlos on December 12, 2017 Seasonal

Your front door is the first thing people will see this holiday season before they enter your home. Spruce up your entrance way this Christmas with these festive door decorating ideas. Vintage Sled Door Decor Although wreaths can be gorgeous, hanging a vintage or antique sled is an excellent way to stand out this holiday season. Not only will it add extra charm to your door, but it may bring up fond memories to reminisce over. You can add a bright holiday ribbon, ornaments or sleigh bells for some homemade holiday flair. Merry Mantelpiece When you think of the holidays,…

Easy Ways to Organize Holiday Decorations

By Carlos on December 6, 2017 Home, Seasonal

Do you love decorating for the holidays? Do you find it challenging to organize and store your holiday decorations? Many families consider decorating an important aspect of their celebration and save funds for this specific purpose. Holiday decorations need proper organization and storage in order to protect them and allow easy retrieval when needed. Factors to Consider When Organizing Your Holiday Decorations You can organize and store your holiday decorations in various ways. Before deciding on how to organize and store your holiday decorations, consider the following factors. Does your packing method make retrieval easier? When packaging and storing holiday…

Things You Should Wait Until After Christmas to Buy

By Carlos on December 2, 2017 Seasonal

With Christmas right around the corner, everyone is flocking to stores to score the best holiday deals. However, don’t fall into these retail traps. Some items are extremely discounted if wait until after the holidays to purchase them. The last thing you want to do is to overspent and bankrupt yourself on deals you could get for cheaper after the holidays. Winter Apparel Winter clothing is expensive around Christmas time since its peak selling season for apparel. However, if you wait until Christmas, you’ll be able to get winter clothes for cheap. This is because stores are rushing to get…

DIY Thanksgiving Dog Treats

By Carlos on November 26, 2017 Pets, Seasonal

The holiday season is a special time of year where family and friends gather to enjoy each other’s company as well good food. Your pets are sometimes the family members that get left out when it comes time to partake in the feast. This does not have to be the case. The three recipes below are for Thanksgiving inspired dog treats that your furry friend can enjoy without having to steal food off of the table. For Starters – Cranberry Cheese Cookies As your family and friends gather for a Thanksgiving Day meal, they will be enjoying a variety of…

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