In the Kitchen: Granola, Protein Bars and a Pressure Cooker Full of Eggs
I’m in my kitchen today because we are finally done with travel for the foreseeable future and in dire need of meal prepping. We’re determined to get back into our healthy habits, despite the cost of eating healthy right now.…
My Dollar Tree Garden: June Update & What’s Actually Growing
Waiting an entire month to update you on my Dollar Tree Garden has been pure torment! There are so many things happening and, as a first time gardener, it has definitely been more rewarding than disappointing. Which is so exciting…
Redefining Success at 40 and Why Slow Growth Is Not Giving Up
At the beginning of this year, I told myself I was choosing slow growth. What I neglected to do was sit down and define what that actually meant. I was tired of hustle culture. I still am. Tired of feeling…
The Monthly Make: Upcycling Shorts With Gathered Fabric FAIL
Well, my friends. It’s not very often I admit defeat but in this case, my end result was a bit of a slap in the face. These are absolutely darling on the hanger and laying flat on my bed all…
What I Actually Make for Dinner When I Don’t Feel Like Cooking
There are so many nights I come home from a long weekend away and completely forget to meal prep for myself before I leave. Ideally I’d love to be the person who always has a few handmade frozen meals waiting…
Beginner Sewing on a Budget: Where to Find Cheap Fabric, Machines and More
This post is pretty near and dear to my heart. I started learning to sew on a very strict budget, primarily because I was young and didn’t have money of my own yet. Once I started babysitting and earning a…
My Cozy Sewing Room Setup Featuring a Vintage Kenmore and Intentional Goals
I’m so excited to finally share my sewing machine setup with you! A special thanks to Natalie from Natalie in the Northwest for the idea, because I probably would have never thought of this without her. Sewing truly is one…
Cozy Night In: My Go-To Movies and Snack Pairings
It’s safe to say that everyone I know is on a bit of a budget these days. Staying indoors and finding ways to use what you already have is top of mind. So, in the spirit of the winter months…
National Day Celebrations Made Easy: Fun, Cheap, and Delicious Ideas
A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon two websites (here and here) that list all of the national day celebrations. I know this sounds funny, as I’m a whole grown 40-year-old woman, but I’ve been celebrating them with friends, and…
Budgeting with Heart: How I’m Saving Without Sacrificing Joy
My friends, I didn’t mean to lie to you. I’ve had every intention of blogging more this year, but something’s been… off. It’s been hard to sit down and write — not because I’ve been unmotivated, but because I’ve been…
