Apr 4, 2017
Crafting for a Festive Easter Feast
Easter is an important part of the Christian faith, and the holiday includes traditions that go beyond the church services. Whether you are religious or not, chances are that you and your family will take part in a big feast to mark the end of Lent, buy candy for the kids, color eggs and maybe […]
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Mar 21, 2017
Spring Is Here! It’s Time to Clean
Spring has finally sprung! Yesterday—in the Northern Hemisphere, at least—the vernal equinox marked the point at which day and night last roughly 12 hours each, and also the beginning of the growing season. But spring has a more universal meaning for most busy households in the United States. Not only is it time to […]
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Mar 7, 2017
Give Up Clutter for Good
Just a week ago, New Orleans revelers celebrated Mardi Gras, tossing some 25 million pounds of beads. The following day—Ash Wednesday—marked the beginning of Lent, the annual religious observance that asks Christians to engage in six weeks of penance or self-denial by giving something up. Whether or not you’re a regular churchgoer, there’s one way […]
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Feb 21, 2017
A Few Things Donations Helped Fund
When you donate to ClothingDonations.org, you do more than get rid of unwanted stuff quickly and easily; you also help address the needs of the nation’s veterans. The Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) uses proceeds from the resale of donated goods and other fundraising efforts to contribute to veterans’ programs of all kinds nationwide. For example, […]
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Feb 15, 2017
Thrifty, Belated Valentine’s Day Ideas
Still shopping for a (late) Valentine’s Day gift? There are lots of ways to save without looking cheap. If you’re buying flowers, the local supermarket often has blooms that are as good as any you can have delivered at a much cheaper price. Want to slash costs on dinner while keeping the romance alive? Stage […]
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