Mary Hunt

Life in a Crowded Nest

It used to be that kids reaching adulthood could not wait to leave home and be on their own. That…

1 year ago

The Mystery of Hair Conditioners Solved

Hair conditioners fall into general categories according to what they do and the problems they solve. Using the wrong product…

1 year ago

A Casserole Connoisseur’s Guide to Healthy Substitutions

I grew up in church, literally. My father, the minister, saw to it that the preacher's kids never missed a…

1 year ago

A Simple Guide to Saving Money on Streaming Without a Household Uprising

Remember when canceling cable was supposed to save us a ton of money? Good times. Now we've got a dozen…

1 year ago

7 Ways to Get Rid of Flies in the House

Flies are a nearly unavoidable nuisance in most homes, especially during the warmer months of the year. Annoying for sure,…

1 year ago

How to Upsize a Cake Mix That’s Too Small for the Recipe

In my kitchen, I have a small collection of cookbooks, which I consider prized possessions. One of them, the classic…

1 year ago

6 Generics That Are Truly a Great Buy

What do you associate with the word "generic?" Do the words "inferior" or "tastes like cardboard" come to mind? Or…

1 year ago

Staying Cool for Less in a Home Without Air Conditioning

Living without air conditioning in the middle of summer is like camping ... inside your house ... with all the…

1 year ago

Practical Tips to Help With Home Maintenance and Repair

Maintenance costs can put a serious dent in your budget and savings — a dent that's tough to repair. While…

1 year ago

How to Make Proper Iced Tea, According to My Mother-In-Law

The only thing more comforting than a tall glass of iced tea on a hot day is knowing how to…

1 year ago

Quick and Easy Outdoor Cleaning and Storage Tips

Many outdoor cleaning and storage solutions can be rather expensive, especially when compared with Everyday Cheapskate do-it-yourself or homemade alternatives.…

1 year ago

How to Liquify Crystallized Honey and the Best Way to Store It

It's discouraging when you reach for the honey, only to discover it is no longer a smooth liquid, but all…

1 year ago

How to Save Money and Get Financially Confident

For a good deal of my life, I lived under a dark cloud of fear that I would end up…

1 year ago

How to Break the Plastic Wrap Habit in Your Kitchen (and What to Use Instead)

Let's talk about plastic wrap. That clingy, crinkly roll we all keep in the drawer — the one that never…

1 year ago

At-Home Adventures

Are you feeling jittery about taking a family vacation this summer? You're not alone. Whether it's your family's safety abroad,…

1 year ago