Who out there loves tank tops? They are so comfortable and versatile. Now I know many of you don’t think Walmart when you think fashion (although seriously–they have some super cute stuff for spring, maxi skirts, adorable tops. . .) but you really should give them a look. When it comes to basics they can’t… Keep Reading
Archives for March 2014
Egg Drop Soup
There are times in life when you just need a quick, easy, tasty and meatless meal. Lent is one of those times, and Walmart asked the Walmart Moms to share a meatless meal that can be enjoyed in this season. I’m sharing my recipe for homemade Egg Drop Soup. Yes, I know, Asian food doesn’t… Keep Reading
Cici’s Pork Chops (Pork Chops with Sauerkraut and Tomatoes)
Today I am sharing with you one of my most favorite meals ever. Seriously. As in it was the meal I requested for my birthday, when I came home from college on break, and any other time my mom said the magic words “What would you like me to make for you?”. We call my… Keep Reading
Custom Activity Bag Craft (for Teens and Pre-Teens)
Looking for something to do over Spring Break with the kids? Crafts are a go to boredom buster for the younger set–but what about that difficult pre-teen and teen age group? Walmart asked me as one of the Walmart Moms to share a fun spring break craft–and coming up with something was a bit of… Keep Reading
Fluffy Shamrock Wreath Tutorial
Do you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? I admit, while we aren’t Irish, we do enjoy an excuse to eat some delicious corned beef and cabbage, and to change out our Valentines Day decorations for something new while we wait for true spring and Easter to arrive. This year for my Walmart Mom St. Patrick’s Day… Keep Reading
Fixing a Split Seam
Fixing a split seam is one of the easiest mending jobs out there! A split seam is when the stitching along a seam has somehow come undone without tearing the fabric. The repair is simply restitching the part that has come undone right along the line where the old stitching was. You must start where… Keep Reading
Is Buying in Bulk Worth It?
As part of my frugal and sustainable philosophy, I often buy items in bulk. Sugar. Flour. Rice. Beans. Wheat. Popcorn. Spices. I find it convenient to have these kinds of staples on hand and like knowing that I have saved money on the purchase. Let’s take a look at a recent purchase of rice. I… Keep Reading
Meal Plan 3/3
Welcome to March. Let’s hope it’s “In like a lion, out like a lamb” and we end up this month with some lovely balmy weather, because right now it’s frigid as anything outside! This week it looks like things are calming down a bit. Here’s what I’ve got to plan around: 1. We have a… Keep Reading