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Frugal Food: Make Your Own Hot Chocolate Mix

Last week the weather hit an unexpected cold spell and we all had the chills. it was just one of those cold dreary days. The kids were whiny and the adults were grumpy. I thought that hot chocolate might just cheer everyone up, but we were down to only one packet of instant hot chocolate, and I didn’t have a stockpile at hand. Since I try not to buy anything that isn’t on sale with a coupon, I decided to make my own mix. I’m not sure why I never attempted this before. When I do a quick calculation in … Continue reading →

Eclectic Design

The term eclectic simply means that furniture and accessories are taken from different decorating styles and mingled together to create a one of a kind look. This style allows people to use what they have, and to use what they love, without worrying about strict rules regarding certain styles. Today, many spaces are eclectic. In the past, making everything match was the goal of most homeowners as they began to decorate their homes, but today, mixing styles is definitely perceived as more interesting. You may have noticed high style rooms that combine several different styles or colors (or both) when … Continue reading →