Small Space Strategy

Im planning to have a quiet renovation in my small room. And so I browse a good tip on how to make the small room look bigger. I found this great tip that says.

If you want an all-white room — in a bathroom, for example — just add a little variation to neutrals to improve the look.

A tone-on-tone stripe is a simple, effective way to add visual interest. The room still has the quietness of a neutral but it’s accented by a change of tone that gives the needed sense of depth without adding a chaotic element.

Appetizer

Since its new year, let me share to you an appetizer recipe.

Bruschetta

Asiago cheese-flavored French bread is brushed with olived oil and oven-toasted, then topped with a mixture of chopped garlic cheese, roma tomatoes, and garlic in oil.
Ingredients:
1 block (8 ounces) Hoffman’s garlic cheese
3 large roma tomatoes
1 clove fresh garlic
1 cup virgin olive oil
1 loaf asiago cheese French bread
Directions:
Cut up cheese, tomatoes, and garlic; in large dish mix with 1/2 cup olive oil. Slice bread; baste each piece with some of the remaining oil; place bread in oven on cookie sheet for 8-10 minutes to toast lightly. Take bread out, top with bruschetta mixture & serve.

Number of Servings: 10-12

Saving money

When New Year started I always thinking how can I make this new year a better one. I first think on how to save more and live a frugal life but how when all custodies are expensive. I need more wisdom to use my meager wealth responsibly. Through my research in the net I found this tips on how to save money, all day, every day from greenmomma and here’s what she wrote.

Once you get in the game of saving money, you will really enjoy it. You’ll find yourself wondering where you can pinch that next penny and laughing all the way to the bank. These tips are just that, tips. You will find you have other ways to cut corners and I’d love to hear them!

Things You’ll Need:

* Willpower
* Sense of Humor
* A Goal

Step 1:
Every time you do something to save money, take the extra few cents or dollars and actually put it in a jar. Do this for the first month so you can see just how much money you are actually saving.

Step 2:
Coffee. Make your own! Designer coffees may be part of what’s breaking your bank. Bring your coffee to work in an insulated cup or brew your own at work if your office allows it. Only buy brands that are on sale. You may find that if you buy the extra large can of coffee at Target, Costco or Walmart you are actually saving a lot of money.

Step 3:
Quit Smoking! Smoking just eats up your savings and your lungs. Now is the time to quit!

Step 4:
Brown Bag It. Bring your own lunch to work, the mall or a road trip. Stopping anywhere for lunch easily costs twice as much as it would to bring your own.

Step 5:
Walk or Ride a Bike. Driving short distances is a waste of gas and your funds. Walk or ride your bike when and where you can. Its great exercise as well!

Step 6:
TV. If you have cable or satellite TV, cut down your service. Do you really need to have that movie channel for $15 a month? Basic service offers lots of channels. While cancelling premium service on these accounts, try negotiating your monthly bill. You may be surprised at what they are willing to do to keep a good customer.

Step 7:
Avoid Restaurants. Have as many meals at home as possible. Invite friends over for dinner or drinks. Depending on your lifestyle, this may actually save you a lot of money.

Step 8:
Dating. Think of romantic dates that are low cost or free. Picnics on the Beach Candlelight Dinner at Home Visits to the Museum Bike Rides Movies at Home complete with Popcorn and Drinks Outdoor Concerts (many city parks offer free concerts)

Step 9:
Carpool. Carpool to work, the train or the mall. Not only will you save a few bucks on gas but you’ll have company doing it.

Step 10:
Lower Your Heating Bill. Lower your thermostat by two degrees and put on a sweater. This small change can put lots of change in your pocket!

Step 11:
Unplug It. Unplug everything in your house that you don’t use all day. Believe it or not, electrics suck up energy even when not in use. Good Examples: Microwave Toaster Toaster Oven TV Air Conditioner Coffee Maker Stereo