The art of balancing the checkbook went out the window for most when banks started offering customer accounts online. With it went an essential life skill: knowing how much cash you have to spare at any given time. Budgeting might not be quite as common as it used to be,… Read more
Between dozens of spices, a full inventory of canned beans and veggies, and fresh cereal and crackers, it’s no wonder that the average pantry is stuffed to the gills. You might even find your pantry overflowing with food, forcing you to stow the excess in random corners of your kitchen…. Read more
There are many reasons to recycle. It protects the environment. It ensures that future generations will have everything they need. It conserves energy and reduces pollution. But even if none of these arguments speak to you personally, there’s one that should: saving money. When you decide to reuse and recycle,… Read more
Mason jars and Mod Podge form the backbone of the DIY movement, a push toward crafting that’s exploded in recent years (largely thanks to websites like Pinterest). But if you’re not super artsy, breaking into the DIY world can be intimidating—especially if you’re strapped for cash or time. Don’t let… Read more
For some people, keeping the apartment clean is a matter of fact. For others, it takes a bit of extra commitment. No matter which camp you fall into, it is possible to keep your home tidy if you’re willing to shape new habits. If you start following through on a… Read more