Top Ten Posts of 2013 at Square Pennies

Happy New Year!   Wishing you a happy, healthy 2014!

Here are the most popular posts of 2013. I hope you find some useful money saving tips as well as yummy recipes in this list! Oh, and there are some fun ideas for an Oscar party too! Click on the red titles to see the full posts.

10.  Shop January Sales to Boost Your Wardrobe All Year Long

I’m cheating a little as this is from Dec. 30, 2012. Since it’s January again I thought the two days difference could be excused. I know it’s cold out there, but if you get a warmer day, it could be worth your time to shop the sales.

9.  Pumpkin Gingerbread Like Starbucks

My grandson told his mom, “I’m sorry Mom, but Grandmas’s pumpkin bread is better than yours.” Awww. I can give him an extra piece for that! This is a wonderful dessert that seems to disappear quickly.

8.  Map for Free Produce at Over 600,000 Places

This online map shows places worldwide where fruit, nuts, and other produce is yours for the picking–all free.

7.  Garden with Much Less Water and Save Money

Dry weather? No worries. Put this system in place to use very little water. No expensive parts, simple to do. It takes some labor when you put in the plants, but after that it almost takes care of itself. Less work over all, less money spent on watering, and less worries if you have to leave the garden for a little while. Awesome!

6.  Don’t Let the Wealth Effect Ruin Your Finances

This post was featured at Rockstar Finances blog by J. Money. It’s a different way of looking at your money that could make a big difference in your finances.

5.  Puffy Oven Pancake with Fruit

Try this super easy brunch recipe any time you want to impress your guests or family with something really pretty and really yummy. Gorgeous for any holiday or special breakfast.

4.  Oscar  Party Ideas for a Low-Cost High-Style Night

You will love these recipes for entertaining on Oscar night or a night you want to serve something special. Keep these in mind for Valentine’s Day too!

3.  Spicy Sweet Potato Appetizers

We served these at my daughter’s wedding and they were the most popular appetizers during the cocktail hour. They have continued to be very popular on Square Pennies. They are very affordable and yet make a great impression. Try them and see what you think!

2.   Tips to Save $700-800 Every Year

Could you use an extra $700 or more available this year? Why not try a few of these tricks to cut your utility bills as a way to balance out the increases in other expenses? Make these changes and reap the savings every year!

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1.  Best Jobs to Pay Off College Loans, Part 3: Health Care Jobs

Here are the great health care jobs that pay well and don’t take forever in college. This is part of a series on jobs that pay well enough to pay off college loans quickly. If you know someone who is trying to decide on a career or college major, take a look!

 

Thanks for reading Square Pennies in 2013. I am very grateful for all my loyal readers. May many blessings come to you in 2014!

Maggie