Attic, Pantry & Porch

Saving money, wasting less, and making the most of what we have.

Attic, Pantry & Porch

Homemade roasted Thanksgiving turkey surrounded by family-favorite side dishes on the kitchen counter.

When the Holidays Aren’t Quite Picture-Perfect

The holidays don't always look the way we imagined, and that's okay. From oversized Christmas trees and treasured family traditions to quieter celebrations and difficult seasons, here's a little reminder...

When the Holidays Aren’t Quite Picture-Perfect

The holidays don't always look the way we imagined, and that's okay. From oversized Christmas trees and treasured family traditions to quieter celebrations and difficult seasons, here's a little reminder...

Before photos of a cluttered kitchen counter and junk drawer filled with everyday household items.

The Junk Drawer Has a Retirement Plan (And Appa...

Every family has a junk drawer. Mine apparently has a retirement plan, a branch office on the kitchen counter, and a collection of mystery keys that refuse to leave. šŸ˜‚...

The Junk Drawer Has a Retirement Plan (And Appa...

Every family has a junk drawer. Mine apparently has a retirement plan, a branch office on the kitchen counter, and a collection of mystery keys that refuse to leave. šŸ˜‚...

Blue Papa and purple Mama coffee mugs with bear designs sitting together on a countertop.

Tomorrow, Today Will Be a Memory

Life has a way of happening right in the middle of our plans. Between the laundry, supper, raising children, and everyday responsibilities, some of the sweetest memories are made in...

Tomorrow, Today Will Be a Memory

Life has a way of happening right in the middle of our plans. Between the laundry, supper, raising children, and everyday responsibilities, some of the sweetest memories are made in...

DIY reusable cloth paper towels made from an old bath towel and blue plaid fabric, showing cutting materials, finished towels in a basket, and sewing at a machine.

DIY Cloth Paper Towels: From Worn-Out to Wonderful

An old bath towel, some leftover fabric, and a little time—that's all it took to make nine reusable cloth paper towels without spending a dime! Come along as I turn...

DIY Cloth Paper Towels: From Worn-Out to Wonderful

An old bath towel, some leftover fabric, and a little time—that's all it took to make nine reusable cloth paper towels without spending a dime! Come along as I turn...

Disposable household supplies displayed beside reusable food-storage bags, dishes, cloths, and washable cleaning pads on a kitchen counter.

Buy Wisely, Make It Last: Simple Ways to Stretc...

Paper towels, trash bags, sandwich bags… everyday disposables can quietly take a bite out of the budget. Here are a few simple ways to compare prices, stock up wisely, and...

Buy Wisely, Make It Last: Simple Ways to Stretc...

Paper towels, trash bags, sandwich bags… everyday disposables can quietly take a bite out of the budget. Here are a few simple ways to compare prices, stock up wisely, and...

Papa’s vintage wooden dresser repurposed for craft storage, topped with a Kenmore sewing machine and yarn basket, with an open drawer of sewing supplies.

From Their Hands to Mine: Giving Family Treasur...

As I create a craft room in a bedroom once filled by my children, Papa’s old dresser is finding a new purpose holding Mimi’s fabric, patterns, and sewing supplies. It’s...

From Their Hands to Mine: Giving Family Treasur...

As I create a craft room in a bedroom once filled by my children, Papa’s old dresser is finding a new purpose holding Mimi’s fabric, patterns, and sewing supplies. It’s...