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Our November 2018 is best summed up by the following: Lots of celebrations Loads of snow I hope you enjoyed this detailed explanation of our month. Fiestas x 2 As I shared in This Month On The Homestead, in November we hosted Mr. FW's parents and sister for Thanksgiving week and also had a little birthday party for Kidwoods' third circle around the sun. The primary cost category for these two events: groceries!! Mr. FW and my mother-in-law cooked both the Thanksgiving and birthday party feasts from scratch (and I baked the birthday cake!), so our costs were for raw ingredients. We do hand-me-down/used gifts (and not too many) for our kiddos, so birthday gift expenses were negligible. Tractor Chains In light of our excessive snow situation, it's a stroke of good fortune that this is the year we decided to buy chains for the front tires of our tractor. Continue reading Tractor Chains And Other November 2018 Expenditures at Frugalwoods.

Image:  Here at The Kitchen Company, we think design trends can get a bad rap. Sure, trends can lead us to odd places (we're looking at you, orange shag carpet from the '70s). However, when chosen thoughtfully, trends can spark new and innovative ideas and guide you to your dream kitchen.  To demonstrate how trends can work together over time, let's take a look at some 2018 kitchen trends that will last, and some 2019 kitchen design trends we think you'll love in the year ahead. 2018 kitchen trends that will last Quartz countertops: This is a material that will outlast both trends and the passage of time -- quartz is easy to clean, it doesn't require sealing, and it's heat resistant. It mimics the classic look of marble, without the big price tag or laborious upkeep. Traditional Gray and White Kitchen in Cheshire, CT Induction cooking: What seemed like a trend is on its way to becoming a classic. Induction cooktops have a sleek look, and they use less heat and e

Whether you've been into for DIY for years or you are only just starting out, there's nothing better than finding a solution that cuts down the time, energy, or expertise needed to pull off a job. There are hundreds of different tools out there most of which you probably haven't even heard of let alone know what to do with. If you are about to do a big DIY job it is worth doing a bit of research to see if there are any specific tools for the job. In some circumstances they can drastically increase the speed of the job, they can greatly reduce the effort you need to put in too. Finally, some tools will deliver a quality of finish that simply isn't possible without them. There are lots of cheap hand tools but you can find they don't always give the best results. Don't forget that tool rental provides you with the opportunity to rent well maintained and professional quality tools for the same or less than the price of a brand new cheap hand tool. So if you are doi

Okay, paleo people-who's planning to kick off 2019 with real, clean eats that are healthful, nomtastic, and  Whole30® -compliant? It's close to the New Year, which means it's time to get ready for the January Whole30! This post is packed with tips and tricks on how to prepare for a successful Whole30! To some degree, we're all suffering the aftereffects of falling into a monthlong series of deliciously dangerous food traps. After all that eggnog-guzzling and cookie-chomping, it's no wonder we're waking up with some bloating, achiness, splotchy skin, and just a teeeeeny bit of extra padding. I think it's about time to gear up again and get mindful about the foods we're putting in our bodies. Wanna join me? Preparing for #JanuaryWhole30 Once again, starting January 1, I'll be posting Whole30-friendly paleo recipes and tips  EVERY DAY  right here on Nom Nom Paleo! Some will be culled from my extensive archive of Paleo recipes , while others will be dish

With the New Year fast approaching, TidyChoice presents the top three posts of 2018! Looking back over the year, we have gathered our most popular posts and they all offer great practical advice on cleaning and housekeeping. We are looking forward to bringing you many more unique and useful domestic tips in 2019, to help keep your home clean and tidy all year round!   Secrets for a Sparklingly Clean Bathroom Cleaning the bathroom is one of the most-hated domestic chores in the UK. However, these great tips are sure to make cleaning the bathroom easier and less tiresome.  From scrubbing the tiles, to polishing the sink, find out the secrets behind how professional cleaners leave our bathrooms both sparkling and spotless.         Salt Cleans What? Salt is a natural substance with endless domestic cleaning possibilities!  Salt can help to restore sponges, clean lipstick stains from glassware and even clear drains. As Salt is a household staple, it can be a great low-cost and practical sol

Advantages of Owning a Franchise On the previous feature, we have discussed the advantages of buying a franchise. In this article, we will further discuss why it is a better idea to own a franchise.   Organized training and support is provided by the franchiser. You can expect that whatever good practices there is in the brand, this will be carried out to your franchise as well. Franchisees use various measures to ensure your success. It is in the franchiser's best interest to make sure you grow and sell. Franchisers often have good track record, a sure prerequisite to become a successful franchise as well. You as an owner carry out the same reputation as well. Franchisers provide you with location assistance, making sure that wherever you decide to put up your franchise will have the maximum possible profitability. A good franchise can take advantage of the entire economic system, and negotiate the best prices for everything you need at significantly lower rate than you would as a

If you're ready to make a change and get rid of all of that unwanted clutter in your home, start the year off with this January decluttering challenge!  This home decluttering "detox diet" will help to jumpstart all of your decluttering and organization habits and set the tone for an ongoing organization plan! The Household Organization Diet 2019 officially kicks off on January 1 with my January decluttering challenge – The 31 Day Home Detox Diet!  Whether you just have a few trouble spots in your home or are completely feeling overwhelmed with all of  the clutter, this challenge is for you.  Who's ready to make 2019 the best organized year yet? What is The Household Organization Diet? The Household Organization Diet is basically a year-long, systematic plan to get every room in your home decluttered, cleaned, and organized.  You'll receive monthly to do lists, tutorials and tips to get it all done, and tons of cleaning and organization inspiration!  It's desi

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in one of LandVest's properties? We invite our owners to tell us a bit about their experience, what they love about their homes and a bit of their history. 108 Shore Road , on Chatham's Gold Coast, is just minutes from Chatham Village. Below, we share a few things that we love about this property. On early summer mornings we love fishing for striped bass from our stone steps that lead directly into Chatham Harbor. We will also kayak, paddle board, swim, or just relax and watch the seals swim by from this spot. We love walking just down the street to the Chatham Bars Inn for early evening cocktails on their front porch. We love our amazing views! The sun rising over the Atlantic in early morning or the fog rolling across Chatham Harbor in the late afternoon can be spectacular. On summer evenings one of our favorite things to do is walk down Main Street to the Chatham A's field and watch a Cape Cod League Baseball Game. On