You can save money this Spring for fun outdoor living that lasts into early Autumn. 1. On sale in April: laptops, cookware, barbeque grills, and insulated drapes. Click here for ways to use these to save on upcoming events and to reap the savings through Summer and into Fall. Remember insulated drapes save on air conditioning bills as well as … [Read more...]
Sewing Tips for People with Two Left Hands
I was not cut out to be a seamstress. My mom was a gifted seamstress who made couture level clothing that caused distraction in church nearly every Sunday. We didn't have a lot of money, but Mom's sewing made us feel pampered. Mom grew up very poor and was determined to learn to sew beautiful things to wear. She accomplished that goal and … [Read more...]
Keep Your Cool on Hot Days
We seem to be getting a heat wave this weekend. Grab a cool drink and wear some loose-fitting clothing. Here are some ways to beat the heat that I like:Easy Iced Coffee I make this all the time and it tastes wonderful! I think it's just as good as the iced coffee at Starbucks. It's very inexpensive to make, so treat yourself!Frosty Coffee Ice … [Read more...]
Decorative Water Bottle Covers for 5 Gallon Water Bottles–Seriously?
I'm all for DIY home decor that is inexpensive and yields great results. But one decorating trend that leaves me scratching my head is this: decorative covers for 5 gallon water bottles. Really? Is a bottle of water so unsightly?I learned of this when looking over the search words that Google says led searchers to Square Pennies. It was … [Read more...]
WhoHub Interviewed Me about Creativity and Cooking
WhoHub contacted me for an interview and I had fun doing it. The questions were about things I don't often discuss here on Square Pennies. Here are a couple of excerpts: (Should I use quotation marks when I'm quoting myself?!! lol) "Mom often had us help make cookies. When I was 12 she let me and my 10-year-old sister prepare one meal a week … [Read more...]
Time to Stock Up on Beach Towels
Are you shopping the summer sales? It's a great time to snap up beach towels at good prices. Why buy extra beach towels? They are so useful! We use beach towels for many things besides the beach (where you never have enough). When we used to take road trips with the whole family we'd line the bench seats in the van with beach towels. They … [Read more...]
Elegant Rosette Ribbon Flower Embellishment to Make
This hint of a flower or slightly abstract rosette is such an elegant embellishment made with satin ribbon. It's an old technique that you almost never find directions for. Thanks to Kenneth King who contributed this great tutorial to Threads magazine we can all make this intriguing pouf of a flower. It's a great embellishment to a dress or … [Read more...]
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