I've been canning and preserving food for over 30+ years. My favorite method for food preservation is home canning. I do both the water bath and the pressure canning methods. People often think that canning is hard to learn...but it's not! Once you learn the basics...you can do just about anything! … [Read more...] about Homemade Apple Jam Recipe
Buying Groceries at Bargain Prices with Shopping Tips
I'm always looking to save money...especially at the grocery store. It seems like every month the prices for food cost more than the month before. How are we to feed our families with the prices for groceries rising so quickly? Seriously! To help keep our monthly food budget in-check I've started … [Read more...] about Buying Groceries at Bargain Prices with Shopping Tips
Easy Painted Seashell Designs – Great for Beginners
Sitting down to paint seashells and/or rocks is one of the most relaxing hobbies for me. It allows me to de-stress and to be creative all at the same time! Painting kindness rocks and shells is an affordable hobby and you ONLY need a few supplies to get started. As a bonus, those supplies don't take … [Read more...] about Easy Painted Seashell Designs – Great for Beginners
Preview Sunday Week of September 27th
Today is Sunday September 27th, 2026. This coming week, we have some fabulous product reviews, helpful articles, tips, recipes, craft projects and more coming up on the blog. Here's a sneak peek of some of the posts that you'll see. Can you believe we're officially into the Autumn season now? … [Read more...] about Preview Sunday Week of September 27th
Autumn Fall Hand-Painted Seashell and Rock Ideas
Painting smooth river rocks and seashells is such a relaxing hobby that doesn't cost a lot of money. All you need are the river stones and/or seashells along with some basic art supplies. You can make several in just one weekend. No pattern or template is needed. This is a great beginner's project … [Read more...] about Autumn Fall Hand-Painted Seashell and Rock Ideas
Two Classy Chics Week in Review September 25th
Today is September 25th, 2026. Welcome to the Friday ~ Week in Review post! I will be doing these posts every Friday to update you all on what happened throughout the week, so everyone can get caught up on the things they may of missed! Beach Ocean Theme Painted Oyster Shells Table Party Decor My … [Read more...] about Two Classy Chics Week in Review September 25th
Coastal Seashells and Starfish Cafe Style Kitchen Curtains
Last month I decided to update the curtains aka window treatments in our kitchen. We have an older home so often times our windows aren't the classic sizes that you find with newer homes. Anyway, in our kitchen I have to use cafe style curtains to get them to fit over the 2 windows so that they look … [Read more...] about Coastal Seashells and Starfish Cafe Style Kitchen Curtains
Pinguino Multi-Texture Sponge Emperor Scrubber
I admit, I'm a neat and clean freak. I like everything in our home to be clean, organized and in its place. Unlike most people, I actually enjoy most household cleaning tasks. As someone in her late 50's, it's a daily routine that keeps me busy. ** Complimentary products received. Post contains … [Read more...] about Pinguino Multi-Texture Sponge Emperor Scrubber