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Pie Crust: Keys to Making the Perfect Dough
If you’re going to make a great pie filling, create an equally tasty crust to go with it. Making the perfect dough or crust for your pie is a lot easier than you might think. Learn about techniques and tricks to make the process easy as, well, pie.
Tips for Making Holiday Cookies
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Why? Because everyone is making cookies. Follow these tips to bake the perfect batch of holiday cookies.
Zen and the Art of Gift Wrapping
For years, I threw all of my holiday gifts in bags. I couldn’t wrap a gift if my life depended on it. I decided it was time to learn how to wrap a gift properly so I asked my dad to teach me how. You know what, it’s not rocket science! So if you want to break out of your bag habit, you’re in luck! I’m going to share some of my insider tips on how to wrap gifts.
DIY Christmas Tree Ornaments
I could go out and buy some ornaments, but if you’ve learned anything about me, you know I love DIY projects and recycling. When I can merge the two together, not only do I save money, I also breathe life into junk from around my house and make some pretty sweet stuff.
Declutter Your Home by Donating During the Holidays
Holiday cleaning and decluttering is a great way to make room for all your new purchases and gifts, and you can donate your old stuff to those in need.
Holiday Letters: Skip the Card and Write a Letter Instead
Holiday letters share a special story. For the past seven years or so, my family has sent out a holiday letter, and people enjoy the personal touch it has. Also, it’s a great way to update friends and family you don’t talk to often on the major events from the past year.
Finding the Right Time to Sell Your Stuff Online
This time of year provides us with a unique opportunity to rake in the dough by selling goods that others may be looking for. Just like those poor, forgotten playthings on the Island of Misfit Toys, so too can your no-longer-used possessions find a new home. Here are some tips on selling the right stuff at the right time to maximize your return on investment.
5 Reasons to Support Local Businesses This Holiday Season
With the holidays quickly approaching, the shopping season has kicked into high gear. Instead of buying all your gifts at a big chain store, why not try a local business?
Buy This Now, Buy That Later: September Deals and Steals
Finding the best deal sometimes depends on timing: some things are more expensive at certain times of the year. Here are some deals you should keep your eyes peeled for, all month long.
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