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Tailgating Recipes and Football Party Food Ideas

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February 21, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

Did someone say football? Get game-day ready this weekend with these Touchdown Tailgating Recipes and Football Party Food Ideas.

Tailgating Recipes and Football Party Food Ideas

Are you ready for some football?!?! My family definitely is! From the exciting cheers from the stands, to the rush of a touchdown, and absolutely to the amazing taste of tailgate dishes, we love it all. This post was screaming to be written, especially with the big game on the horizon. If you’re searching for food for a football party, look no further! Take a look below at some of our favorite tailgate food ideas. I’m obsessed with how so many different foods can be turned into a creative football food for game day and how many delicious football party dips are begging for a side of chips! Happy game day!

What should you eat during a football party?

For your next football party, focus on delicious and festive foods that are sure to please everyone in the audience. Think savory dips, meaty bites, and creative takes on classic game day food like burgers, wings, and soft pretzels. Plus, they should all be bite-sized so you can snack easily while keeping your eye on the big game. I promise that these recipes stay true to the classic favorites while adding something new to keep everyone happy!

Tailgating Essentials

As you scroll through these tailgate food ideas, make sure to take a look at some of our Tailgate Essentials. We created a wish list for everything you might need and our biggest must haves for your next tailgating party!

Loaded Tater Tot Skewers

These Loaded Tater Tot Skewers from Made with Happy are an indulgent twist on a classic food for game day.

Tailgating Checklist: Grilling? I don’t know of a single guy who wouldn’t love this Football BBQ Grill Set. Comes with brush and spatula, as well as cute corn ear holders.

Salted Beer Soft Pretzels

If you’re looking for football appetizers, Salted Beer Soft Pretzel Footballs from Hungry Happenings will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Plus, they go great with your favorite game day brew!

Peanut Butter & Chocolate “Pigskin Pies”

Peanut Butter & Chocolate “Pigskin” Pies from krusteaz and Hostess with the Mostess are a sweet take on football party food!

Football Bites with Sausage, Cheddar & Ranch

How cute! Football Bites (With Summer Sausage, Cheddar & Ranch) from Gimme Some Oven are a festive take on football snacks.

Tailgating Checklist: Instant Shade Canopy. Keyword, shade. If you are in the south, and most collegiate teams are, invest in a canopy for game day. Plus you can tell your friends, look for the “green” tent! (Add a flag!)

Pepperoni Pizza Cheeseball

The crowds in the stands won’t be the only ones jumping for joy during the big game. Serve this Pepperoni Pizza Cheeseball from Mom in Timeout for a football food that’ll have your guests on cloud nine!

Copycat White Castle Sliders

Copycat White Castle Sliders from Frugal Coupon Living are the perfect food for a football party, and much more impressive than the frozen version.

Chicken & Waffle Sliders

These Chicken and Waffles Sliders from Food Folks and Fun will be a sweet and salty crowd pleaser at your next football party!

Tailgating Checklist: This Football Beer Bottle Sleeve (Koozie). Perfect for celebrations, these are the same material as wet suits. They keep your bottle cold and can even be tossed in the wash.

Peanut Butter Football Dip

This Peanut Butter Football Dip from Crazy for Crust is the perfect sweet addition to the snack table to balance out the salty football snacks.

Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs

Who else is a buffalo chicken fanatic? Buffalo Chicken Deviled Eggs from Closet Cooking are a cool new take on a classic football party food.

Football Seven Layer Dip Crepe Cake

Yes, a crepe cake can be a tailgating food! This Football Seven Layer Dip Crepe Cake from Cupcake Project is an innovative way to serve up your football snacks.

Tailgating Checklist: Please don’t show up with your kids crappy ball. Invest in a quality leather ball like this Wilson NFL Super Grip Football. We actually keep ours in the car so we can always play whenever we have free outdoor time. (Don’t worry, the crappy balls come out too!)

Easy Football Ice Cream Sandwiches

For a quick football party food hack, jazz up your regular Ice Cream Sandwiches from Celebrations Shoppe.

Tailgate Mini Bagels

Yum!! Tailgate Mini Bagels from Thomas Breads are a cute twist on food for game day.

Kickin’ Queso Dip

I love a good queso! This Kickin’ Queso Dip on Frugal Coupon Living will be a hit at your football party.

Tailgating Checklist: You will be where the party is at if you have a Cornhole Set. This neutral set allows you to paint it to your teams colors! Does anyone recall tailgating without one of these?

Salami Cream Cheese Bites

These Salami Cream Cheese Bites from The Kitchen is My Playground are so simple and the perfect one-bite tailgating food.

Chocolate Oatmeal Cream Pie Footballs

I seriously can’t get enough of football-shaped treats for a tailgating party — I don’t care if they’re corny! Get these Chocolate Oatmeal Cream Pie Footballs from Shugary Sweets.

Bacon Brown Sugar Smokies

If meat’s your thing at a tailgating party, look no further than these Bacon Brown Sugar Smokies from Spend with Pennies.

Tailgating Checklist: This Portable Bluetooth Speaker is water-proof and durable. Perfect for bringing entertainment to your tailgate.

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs

Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs from An Affair from the Heart are the cutest football party food that put a one-bite spin on a classic cheeseburger.

Brownie Footballs

Brownie Footballs on Frugal Coupon Living are so easy and the picture-perfect food for football party.

Bacon Crack

Talk about a sweet and salty flavor bomb! Bacon Crack from Love Foodies is so simple to make for your tailgating party.

Tailgating Checklist: A white folding table is perfect for your Tailgate Buffet. Cover with a football tablecloth or remove all the foot and play Beer Pong.

BBQ Chicken Dip

I think we’ve all had buffalo chicken dip on game day, but this BBQ Chicken Dip from Mandy’s Recipe Box is a welcome alternative to the classic tailgating food.

Cowboy Caviar

This Cowboy Caviar from Culinary Hill will be your chip’s best friend on game day.

Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites

The kids are going to go crazy over these Cookie Dough Pretzel Bites from Sally’s Baking Addiction!

Tailgating Checklist: The temperatures of football season are extreme. Keep drinks cool or hot with a cooler. You can go frugal like this very affordable CleverMade Collapsible Cooler Bag or be the coolest kid on the field with the coveted YETI Roadie Cooler. Both come in multiple colors.

Walking Tacos

You’re free to mix and mingle with friends at your football party while staying full with these Walking Tacos from Frugal Coupon Living.

Earlier game times? Try these Early Game Tailgate Recipes for Breakfast. Pin to Pinterest.

Is the game pro bowl game? Check out these Winning Super Bowl Snack Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

Also check out these Fabulous Wing Recipes. Pin to Pinterest.

We also are inspired by some Football Fashion – take a look at this Southern Football Outfit. Pin to Pinterest.

WHAT’S TRENDING? Looking for a few engaging activities? Grab Minute to Win it Games – Traditional, Holiday, Group, and more! Use these fun activities in the office, classroom, or at your next birthday party.

KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing

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February 21, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Get inspired to spark joy with these KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing tips. Frugal and affordable ways to master the Japanese art of tidying up!

KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing

Why use the KonMari Method?

Okay, I have to confess. An hour-long episode Hoarders makes me way less anxious than just ten minutes of Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. It might be because Hoarders lets me be lazy and shocked while Tidying Up makes me think about all the organization I could be doing in my already sort-of-organized-but-not-quite house. Without diving too deep in the psychology of it all, both shows inspire me to get more clean and organized. I know I can’t be the only one searching for the best ways to keep my home functional and efficient, and I DEFINITELY know I’m not the only one on a budget. Check out the great Dollar Tree DIY organization tools below for the best ways to keep things neat and tidy, while also staying affordable.

KonMari on a budget?

Now, we all know I like to be as frugal as possible, and this includes my love for Dollar Tree organization. Just consider all the Dollar Tree stacking bins in my cabinets, Dollar Tree storage in my closets, and Dollar Tree drawer dividers in the rooms of my house that tend to accumulate clutter. From the garage to the pantry, KonMari your whole house and spark joy with these KonMari Method Dollar Tree Organizing Tips!

Dollar Tree DIY Organization

We are interested to hear what KonMari Dollar Store Hacks you try! Keep us posted with your favorites!

Monthly Declutter Challenge

Before you start organizing with Dollar Tree, download and print our 31-Day Declutter Challenge to help you get on the right track!

Pantry Dollar Tree Storage Hack

This beautifully uniform pantry definitely sparks joy! I love how affordable and pretty Dollar Tree Storage can be. This blogger originally had a $600 receipt but brought it down to just $20 with frugal Dollar Tree DIY organization. Also seen in our Dollar Store Crafts and Hacks. | The Social Home

Buy It: We suggest grabbing these Dollar Tree Storage Containers with silver lids.

Makeup Clutter Dollar Tree Organization Hack

Makeup drawers are always the hardest for me to tidy up. So much clutter! These Dollar Tree drawer dividers changed everything for me. Start by sorting your items by size, then by category. | Sincerely Pau (website no longer working)

Buy It: The Dollar Tree has a lot of drawer organizers. Measure the depth of your drawer before ordering.

Colorful Garage Dollar Tree Storage

I need to try this in my garage! This beautiful Dollar Tree storage hack totally livens up a “blah” space. | I Heart Organizing

Buy It: You can’t go wrong with these Oval Plastic Storage Tubs with Handles. I love that you can organize by color — cue sparks of joy! Plus, they have enough room to write on with a Chalk Marker or using your Cricut Vinyl Cutter.

Laundry Room Dollar Tree DIY Organization

This Dollar Tree organization hack for your laundry room is fantastic. I love the use of color and how tidy everything looks. | Nikki Jayne Papery

Buy It: These are my favorite storage tubs. Like, FAVORITE! I use them for KonMary organization everywhere, not just our laundry room. For example, I put our Magnet Tiles in them and carry them to soccer games, restaurants, in the car, etc. They’re super convenient and easy to carry.

Cookie Sheet Dollar Tree Hack

So smart! Turn a regular cookie sheet into a family command center. Such an easy Dollar Tree DIY organization project for the weekend! | The Crazy Craft Lady

Buy It: Did you know DollarTree sells baking sheets and other frugal baking supplies? Amazing!

Freezer Dollar Tree Organization Hack

This freezer organization system is easy to implement and inexpensive. All you need are some Dollar Store storage bins and 30 minutes! | Practically Functional

Buy It: For your deep freezer organization, these $1 large rectangular plastic baskets do just the trick!

Mail Clutter Dollar Tree DIY Organization

Here’s your solution for mail clutter! This Dollar Tree DIY organization hack uses upcycled baskets to sort your mail. (I know that basket of bills will never bring you joy, but tidying them up will alleviate a little stress!) | A House Full of Sunshine

Buy It: Check out this great selection of Dollar Tree wire baskets.

Declutter Stairs with Dollar Tree Storage

Anyone else have all that crap that accumulates on their stairs? After getting fed up one day, my husband implemented a “nothing on the stairs” rule. These baskets are a great Dollar Tree storage hack to easily organize what goes up and downstairs. | Sew Many Ways

Buy It: This is the entire current line of Dollar Store Storage Baskets. Feel free to spray paint them to match your home’s aesthetic!

Bathroom Dollar Tree DIY Organization

The before and after of these Bathroom Organization Bins is insane! I love the way she matched the bins to her bathroom colors. | The Country Chic Cottage

Buy It: The Dollar Tree has tons of Baskets for Organization. Which is your fave?

Linen Closet Dollar Tree Organization Trick

This Dollar Tree DIY organization hack gives your linen closet new life! | A Bird and a Bean

Buy It: These are my all-time favorite plastic laundry baskets. We use them every day!

Plastic Basket Dollar Tree Hack

With a little spray paint, these regular dollar store baskets are transformed into a chic KonMari organization system! | Little House of Four

Buy It: Get the KonMari Organization look! These Woven-Look Plastic Storage Baskets are paintable to match your home.

Blanket Dollar Tree Storage Hack

Give a regular dollar store plastic basket a makeover for Dollar Tree storage that’s perfect for housing blankets. Also seen in our Dollar Store Crafts and Hacks. | I Heart Organizing

Buy It: Yep! You can get these classic Stacking Plastic Laundry Baskets for just a dollar!

Makeup Brush Dollar Tree Organization Hack

Organize your makeup brushes with these Dollar Tree storage supplies. | Kimspired DIY

Buy It: Get all the Dollar Tree Glass Jars you need for just a dollar here!

Kitchen Storage with Dollar Tree Dividers

I struggle with the clutter of pots and pans in my kitchen, and I bet most of you do too. Easily and neatly sort your pots and pans with these dividers from the dollar store! | Orgjunkie

Buy It: This Wire Shelf Organizer is similar, but the closest I could find to the ones pictured are these White Wire Dish Drying Racks.

Kitchen Marie Kondo Organization Hack

Dollar Tree storage bins are perfect for organizing the refrigerator and kitchen. They make everything so easy to find! | The Domestic Geek Blog

Buy It: Grab these Essentials Plastic Rectangular Woven Baskets with Handles.

Shower Caddy Storage Hack

Sort your bathroom toys and toiletries with dollar store baskets and command hooks. I love that they drain as well. I need this in our bathroom! | Homemade Ginger

Buy It: As a reminder, these are my favorite plastic laundry baskets. I think this smaller sized plastic basket set could be better suited for bathroom items.

Get inspired to spark joy with these KonMari Method @DollarTree Organizing tips. Frugal and affordable ways to master the Japanese art of tidying up! #FrugalCouponLiving #KonMari #DollarTree

Playroom Dollar Tree Storage

These bins are a great Dollar Tree storage hack for clearing clutter in your kids’ playroom. I love how uniform they look! | Clutter Bug

Countertop Clutter Dollar Tree DIY Organization

Keep your kids’ bathroom countertop clutter free. All you need is a few plastic cups and velcro! | Living Well Mom

Buy It: They’ve got tons of plastic cups to choose from at the DollarTree.com. Shop $1 Kids Licensed Character Cups, or grab Dollar Store Plastics Cups with Straws. You can also get Velcro Squares or Velcro strips you can cut into your own length and shape.

Cleaning Supplies Tidying Hack

Are your cleaning products tossed around under the cabinet? Organize them with plastic caddies. Such a great little tidying trick! | Neat House Sweet Home

Buy It: Dollar Tree sells Divided 3-Compartment Plastic Caddies. You’re winning. I’m winning. Our home is about to be organized!

Bathroom Dollar Tree Storage Hack

Hooks and baskets are an easy Dollar Tree storage solution for your bathroom. | Homemade Ginger

Buy It: These Long Slotted Multi-Purpose Plastic Baskets come in packs of three so you can organize it all!

Get inspired by all these Dollar Store Crafts and Hacks. Pin to Pinterest.

Get organized with these Garage Storage Solutions and Hacks. Pin to Pinterest.

Looking to improve the ambiance of a home? Moving? Look at these Budget Friendly Home Staging Tips and Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Unicorn Dip – The Ultimate Unicorn Party Food!

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February 20, 2021 by administrator Filed Under: Birthday, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

This tasty unicorn dip is almost too pretty to eat…but you will want to, since it’s also very delicious! With a simple, secret ingredient, you might find yourself eating it more than for parties.

Unicorn Dip Party Food

If you are planning a unicorn birthday party, you’ll want to learn more about this delicious recipe we are sharing today. In the past, we have posted about Unicorn Party Favors which were a hit to make. When you are have a theme for the party, it’s always cute to have coordinating food, favors, games and decor.

This delicious Unicorn Dip recipe makes a great party food. Kids and adults will both enjoy the sweet treat. The cake mix used gives it the pink color that perfectly matches a unicorn theme, while the sprinkles give off pops of color that you’d associate with a unicorn’s horn and mane.

It’s really easy to whip up this strawberry cake mix recipe just before the party guests arrive. You could make it a little ahead of time too, and store it in the fridge until everyone is ready to eat.

Strawberry Cake Mix Dip Recipe

Ingredients:

Unicorn Sprinkles ( Amazon)
15oz Whipped Topping
18oz Strawberry Cake Mix
8oz Cream Cheese
1/4 Cup Milk
Cookies ( For Dunking)
Strawberries (For Dunking)

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Unicorn Dip – The Ultimate Unicorn Party Food!

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living
Prep Time: 15
Total Time: 15 minutes
Cuisine: Dessert

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Ingredients

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Unicorn Sprinkles ( Walmart )
15oz Whipped Topping
18oz Strawberry Cake Mix
8oz Cream Cheese
1/4 Cup Milk
Cookies ( For Dunking)
Strawberries (For Dunking)

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Instructions

Combine the cake mix, whipped topping, and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl.
Stir the milk into the mixture.
Place in a serving dish and top with sprinkles. Get the unicorn sprinkles if you can!
Serve this unicorn dip with cookies or strawberries. We recommend Vanilla Wafers or a shortbread cookie!

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Directions:

Combine the cake mix, whipped topping, and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl.

Stir the milk into the mixture.

Place in a serving dish and top with sprinkles. Get the unicorn sprinkles if you can!

Serve this unicorn dip with cookies or strawberries. We recommend Vanilla Wafers or a shortbread cookie!

You can actually make this unicorn dip within minutes anytime your kids want a sweet dessert. It could be a good way to get them to eat fruits such as strawberries, apples, and grapes. No matter when you make this treat, it is sure to be gobbled up pretty quickly.

Don’t forget about our cute Unicorn Party Favors, which go great with this recipe for a party! Pin to Pinterest.

Hot Chocolate Bombs with Marshmallows – Mickey Mouse Style!

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February 14, 2021 by administrator Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media

These adorable Hot Chocolate Bombs with Marshmallows will transform the way you make hot cocoa for your family. Plus, they look like Mickey Mouse – perfect for serving during a Disney movie night!

Hot Chocolate Bombs with Marshmallows

Hot chocolate bombs recipes are all the rage this year. So many people can’t wait to get their hands on these small spheres bursting with chocolate goodness. Something about them just makes hot cocoa so much better!

Since my kids love Disney, and we have already done a TON of Disney copycat recipes, I knew that I wanted our hot chocolate bombs with marshmallows to be different. Or at the very least, look different.

Enter our Mickey Mouse hot cocoa bombs! These are amazing, and your kiddos will LOVE that they look like their favorite Disney pal.

Serve up these hot cocoa bombs with a tall glass of hot milk and our Mickey Mouse Pizza or Mickey Mouse Pretzels for a themed treat.

Hot Chocolate Bombs Ingredients

1 12-oz package dark chocolate chips
1 packet instant hot cocoa mix with marshmallows
1 cup mini marshmallows
Mickey Mouse silicone mold (you can also use a sphere mold)

Hot Chocolate Bombs with Marshmallows – Mickey Mouse Style!

Author: Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living

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1 12-oz package dark chocolate chips
1 packet instant hot cocoa mix with marshmallows
1 cup mini marshmallows
Mickey Mouse silicone mold

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Instructions

Pour the dark chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 second intervals, stirring the chocolate between each interval, until fully melted.
Spoon the melted chocolate into each of the areas of the Mickey Mouse silicone mold, using the back of the spoon to coat the sides of each mold. Do this until all molds are coated with a thin layer of chocolate.
Put the remaining melted chocolate aside.
Allow the chocolate in the molds to set completely, which will take about 2-3 hours. Speed up the process by putting the mold into the refrigerator.
Remove each of the Mickey-shaped chocolate pieces from the mold once set. Fill one empty piece with a small of instant hot cocoa mix with marshmallows. Top the cocoa mix with mini marshmallows.
Reheat the dark chocolate in 15 second intervals until melted again.
Dip the edges of a second Mickey-shaped chocolate piece into the melted chocolate and lightly press it in place on top of the filled chocolate piece. With your finger, smooth the melted chocolate around the seam to close it.
Continue filling and sealing until all the hot chocolate bombs with marshmallows are sealed. Allow the edges to set before serving.
To use the bombs, place one in mug and pour a glass of hot milk in over it. Once melted, stir to combine.

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How to Make Hot Chocolate Bombs with Marshmallows

Pour the dark chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave for 30 second intervals, stirring the chocolate between each interval, until fully melted.
Spoon the melted chocolate into each of the areas of the Mickey Mouse silicone mold, using the back of the spoon to coat the sides of each mold. Do this until all molds are coated with a thin layer of chocolate.
Put the remaining melted chocolate aside.
Allow the chocolate in the molds to set completely, which will take about 2-3 hours. Speed up the process by putting the mold into the refrigerator.
Remove each of the Mickey-shaped chocolate pieces from the mold once set. Fill one empty piece with a small of instant hot cocoa mix with marshmallows. Top the cocoa mix with mini marshmallows.
Reheat the dark chocolate in 15 second intervals until melted again.
Dip the edges of a second Mickey-shaped chocolate piece into the melted chocolate and lightly press it in place on top of the filled chocolate piece. With your finger, smooth the melted chocolate around the seam to close it.
Continue filling and sealing until all the hot chocolate bombs with marshmallows are sealed. Allow the edges to set before serving.
To use the bombs, place one in mug and pour a glass of hot milk in over it. Once melted, stir to combine.

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Where to Buy Hot Chocolate Bombs

Look I get it, sometimes it easier to buy than to make. If you want to joy of Hot Chocolate Bombs without all the work, take a look at these Hot Chocolate Bombs to Buy.

Mocha Coffee Bombs

Are you a coffee and chocolate lover? Take a look at this amazing Coffee Bomb Recipe, just like a mocha latte. Pin to Pinterest.

Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipes

Also check out our amazing Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipes! Pin to Pinterest.

Hot Chocolate Recipes

We also have this Rudolph Hot Chocolate you can try! Pin to Pinterest.

Copycat Disney Recipes

Have you visited the chocolatiers at The Ganachery, a specialty chocolate shop at Disney Springs near Walt Disney World Resort? I wonder if they have these Disney Chocolate Bombs? Speaking of Disney World recipes, look at Make sure you check out all of our Copycat Disney Recipes! Pin to Pinterest.

Pantry and Stockpile Organization Ideas

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February 12, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Frugal Living, Home Improvement, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media

Gathering a stockpile? Accruing a large stash of goods and products can leave you in a mess. We have some of the best Kitchen Pantry Organization Ideas and Stockpile Storage Ideas to get your home organized.

Pantry & Stockpile Organization

Consider this post just as much for me, as for you. We moved as soon as social distancing became a thing. I am talking about last day of school Friday. Monday, no school and closing on a new house. We consider it a blessing, as many places of work closed the week we moved but all of a sudden I found myself in a new home with no stockpile and starting from nothing.

Stockpile Meaning

If you know couponing, you likely are familiar with a stockpile. If you are new to shopping ahead – say in two week to month long periods, you might be becoming familiar with the stockpile meaning.

Stockpile. stock·pile /ˈstäkˌpīl/ noun. A large accumulated stock of goods or materials, especially one held in reserve for use at a time of shortage or other emergency.

I worked hard to diminish our stockpile before the move. Especially our stockpile of canned foods and fresh ingredients. Once I made a trip to the grocery store (on Tuesday) the shelves were pretty wiped clean. So I began the process of stockpiling, on a limited supply, with a brand new kitchen and pantry. Since I was at ground zero, I went to Pinterest to start right. This was my opportunity to organize a new home and began new habits of putting tings away properly and in their place.

Take my lessons on How to Stockpile from someone who has done her research starting at the beginning. These stockpile organizational tips I learned from step 1 doesn’t mean you can’t start or implement on year 20. Now is a great time for us to all hunker down and organize our home, pantry and stockpile.

Enjoy!

First up, we have a freebie for your pantry too. Download and save this “We’re out of…” free printable Pantry Organizer. Subscribe and look for a link and password in our inbox. The password allows you to access and download all of our free printables.

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Also take a look at our Baking Conversion Chart. A Perfect add to your pantry door!

Shop Backing Conversion Chart Printable

Kitchen Pantry Organization Ideas and Stockpile Storage Ideas

If you have plenty of pantry storage (and even if you don’t) use the Dollar Tree to fill your space with Dollar Tree Storage Containers including glass jars and plastic bins. We share a lot of these ideas in our KonMari Dollar Tree Organizing Post. | Do It On a Dime

Use all your space and keep the bread intact! Use under-shelf racks in your pantry to hold easily crushable items that keep your counters free from clutter. (In our home, we actually put this in our cupboard with the plates.) | BHG

When stockpiling, use all the possible space you can. In this pantry hack, attach plastic sink caddies to pantry walls using Velcro Command strips. | Make Bake Celebrate

Speaking of using your pantry wall, try this. Pin your plastic bags to the wall inside your pantry. Not only will our bags be easily accessible but it will free up some space on your shelves. | Source

Use all your space with out loosing things . Pull out drawers will allow you to pack your stockpile in small spaces. See drawer options here. | Source

With stockpiling, it is important to keep ingredients fresh. Especially because you might find yourself opening a new oversize box but not using it entirely right away. Airtight Food Storage Containers are great for pantry organization as well as freeing up space. If you find yourself needing directions for your ingredients, use a label maker to add directions to the container. | Make Bake Celebrate

Utilize the corners of your pantries with a lazy Susan (or 2 or 3 or 100). Follow these step-by-step tips for a lazy Susan pantry idea. | Decor Chick

Instead of pilling cans on top of each other, spread them out with a rolling Can Storage Organizer Rack. This rack and stack on top of each other, as well, for higher shelves and more canned good storage. | Buy It Here

Get creative. Wall mounted magazine racks are perfect for vegetables likes onions, potatoes, and more! | Just What Am I Thinking

Adjustable shelves? Follow these Pantry Shelf Guidelines to see how tall to make an ideal pantry shelf for canned goods, spaghetti sauce, cereal and more. | Food Storage Moms

Ideal Pantry Shelf Guidelines

The following are approximate guidelines for the most ideal pantry shelf height.

Allow 5.25 to 7 inches for a shelf of canned goods.
Allow 8 to 10 inches for a shelf of baskets.
Allow 12 to 16 inches for cereal boxes.
Allow 12 to 16 inches for stackable Airtight Food Storage Containers.
Allow 14 to 16 inches for a 3-tier Can Storage Organizer Rack.
Allow 18 to 20 inches for larger items or items rarely used.

If you lack a basement or an over-sized utility or laundry room, the garage is going to be your best bet for stockpile organization from body wash, laundry detergent, toilet paper, cleaning supplies and more. You can find sturdy Home Depot Garage Shelves. Follow this stockpile organization tutorial on YouTube. | Be My Guest with Denise

Use a hall linen closet to store toiletries. You can use a clear shoe organizer for smaller health and beauty items. This makes them easy to see and reach. | Coupon Wizards

Your food stays fresh and easily accessible in a Pantry Food Storage Container with Handle. The handle makes removing it from the cabinet easy, and its lid ensures freshness. It holds over 6 quarts which is pretty large for storage! | Buy It Here

Want a way to store open chips without them falling over and opening? We love this pantry hack for hanging chips. | Source

Get organized. We have Organizational Printables to get other areas of your home in order. Pin to Pinterest.

Save a lot, organize a lot – We love the Dollar Tree Organizational Ideas. Pin to Pinterest.

Year-Round DIY Teacher Gifts

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February 11, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Back To School, Crafts, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Printable, Social Media

These DIY teacher gifts are great for showing appreciation for your child’s teacher anytime of year! Teacher Appreciation gifts ideas for Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer & every holiday in between.

Year-Round DIY Teacher Gifts

Teaching is not an easy task. Being in charge of 20 kids for 7-8 hours each day, helping them learn new concepts and be good people. It takes a very patient and strong person for that! We need to make sure we are showing appreciation for our children’s teachers all year long, not just at Christmas or the end of the school year.

That’s why I came up with a list of DIY Teacher Gifts you can give year-round. It makes a wonderful surprise when your child takes a handmade teacher appreciation gift to school when it isn’t a holiday!

DIY Teacher Gifts

Is it a struggle to find a perfect Teacher Gift Idea? Creating an EASY, LOW-COST, ADORABLE gift for teachers has never been easier!

Take a look at our Teacher Appreciation Gift Tag Set. This set includes 12 digital gift cards. Download, print, and cut. One gift idea for every season. Our Teacher gift tag pritnables provide easy teacher gift ideas. Staying organized during the school year is hard enough!

One Year of Teacher Appreciation Gift Tags

Winter Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Spread Loves Not Germs | Frugal Coupon Living

Because it’s necessary for us to keep our hands clean during cold and flu season.

Looking Sharp Teacher | Frugal Coupon Living

What teacher doesn’t love having a supply of Sharpie markers on hand?!

I Like You A Lattee | Frugal Coupon Living

Great for a teacher who is often fueled by coffee!

M&M Christmas Poem | Frugal Coupon Living

A fun treat with a very thoughtful poem for the Christmas holiday.

Fleece Navidad | Frugal Coupon Living

I love this idea. The teacher can keep this blanket in her classroom for extra chilly days.

Spring Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Fan-Cactus Teacher | Frugal Coupon Living

An adorable plant gift that doesn’t have to be watered!

Teacher I’m Glad I Am Stuck With You | Frugal Coupon Living

DIY Teacher gifts that include handy supplies are the best.

Thank to You, I’m No Fool | Frugal Coupon Living

While everyone is creating April Fool’s Day pranks, gift a sweet treat!

Donut What I’d Do With Out You | Frugal Coupon Living

All the teachers will love your child after this sweet treat!

Best Teacher Some Bunny Could Ask For | Frugal Coupon Living

How cute is this Easter gift idea for teachers?!

Show appreciation with this Thanks for Helping Me Bloom gift idea | Lia Griffith

This is a flower bouquet you could keep for an entire year – bonus, you don’t have to water!

Summer Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Thanks A Lattee | Frugal Coupon Living

Another great teacher gift idea for coffee lovers.

Jar of Sunshine | Happy Go Lucky

You could fill these jars with lip balm, candies, – so many fun ideas!

Keep Calm Summer Gift Basket | See Vanesa Craft

Things they can enjoy during the summer break – the ultimate in DIY Teacher Gifts!

Nacho Average Teacher | See Vanessa Craft

If you know a teacher who loves Mexican food, this is the best!

Orange You Glad It’s Summer? | Funky Polkadot Giraffe

So much orange to celebrate a bright teacher.

Fall Teacher Appreciation Gifts

C is for Caffeine | Frugal Coupon Living

Those first few days of school are exhausting. Wake up a tired teacher with caffeine.

Thankful for the Hands that Teacher Me | Frugal Coupon Living

Perfect idea for refilling the classroom’s hand soap supply!

Gobble It Up | Frugal Coupon Living

Because what teacher doesn’t want a nice treat?

Fa-BOO-lous Teacher | Frugal Coupon Living

What a cute Halloween idea!

DIY Apple Candy Clay Pots | Real House Moms

A cute desk ornament for sure! Fill with candy or paper clips.

Germs are Scary | I Should be Mopping the Floor on Eighteen25

Cute sayings for the much needed soap or hand sanitizer in the classroom!

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Homemade Lavender Linen Spray – Sleepy Time Remedy

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February 9, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Beauty, Crafts, DIY, Essential Oils, Frugal Living, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest

Homemade Lavender Linen Spray

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I am loving my Essential Oils. One of my favorite and most calming scents is Lavender. I love to use this Lavender Linen Spray on my pillows daily to help me fall and stay asleep, I also spritz my girls pillows with it – I think it is a secret to sleepy time success!

To keep from having a damp pillow I spray it in the morning after making the bed, the water dries but the smell and the benefits will linger throughout the day. If you want a stronger scent mist lightly an hour or so before bedtime. You can also use it on couches, curtains, and rugs to put the relaxing scent throughout your home. This spray can also be used when ironing your linens to give them a light scent as well, spritz lightly or pour right into water well of your iron.

Ingredients:

4 oz. distilled water
10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
spray bottle

Directions:

Combine oil and distilled water in spray bottle, shake well to combine.

To Use:

Shake well first then lightly mist pillows or blankets.

For anxious pets you can spray their beds or bedding, spritz the car interior for road trips, include a bottle in a basket with other items for a housewarming present (or for a new mother).

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All Purpose Cleaner DIY – Clean Ingredients In Your Home

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February 9, 2021 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Essential Oils, Frugal Living, Instagram, Online Shopping, Pinterest, Recipe, Social Media, Summer

All Purpose Cleaner DIY

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Making your own all-purpose cleaner could not be easier, is cheaper and is so much safer than the chemical filled bottles you pick up at the store. 4 ingredients are all you need (and maybe a little elbow grease) to create a safe, effective, and wonderfully scented cleaner that can be used on counters, appliances, floors, or anywhere else you need to clean and disinfect. The scent is lovely, fresh, and bright!

Ingredients:

1 Cup Water
1 Cup Vinegar
2 tsp. Dish Soap or Castile Soap
10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
10 drops Lemon Essential Oil (also nice with Orange)
Spray Bottle

Directions:

The first time you make this, purchase vinegar in the large glass bottle. When you need more Vinegar, it is more cost effective to purchase it by the gallon and refill (earth friendly too).
Pour all ingredients into a Spray Bottle. Plastic tends to erode so try a glass spray bottle if you are usuing this solution long term. A Mason Jar works great too.
Swirl gently to combine.
Spray and wipe.

Enjoy.

You will have an initial light vinegar scent after use but that will dissipate when the vinegar dries. Vinegar and oils will cut grease, disinfects, and deodorize surfaces.

I suggest testing this out on your counter tops and floors before use. I do not recommend it on Travertine or Marble.

All Purpose Cleaner DIY – Clean Ingredients In Your Home

Author: Ashley Langston at Frugal Coupon Living

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Ingredients

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1 Cup Water
1 Cup Vinegar
2 tsp. Dish Soap or Castile Soap
10 drops p Lavender Essential Oil
10 drops Lemon Essential Oil (also nice with Orange)
Spray Bottle

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Instructions

The first time you make this, purchase vinegar in the large glass bottle. When you need more Vinegar, it is more cost effective to purchase it by the gallon and refill (earth friendly too).
Pour all ingredients into a Spray Bottle. Plastic tends to erode so try a glass spray bottle if you are usuing this solution long term. A Mason Jar works great too.
Swirl gently to combine.
Spray and wipe.

Notes

You will have an initial light vinegar scent after use but that will dissipate when the vinegar dries. Vinegar and oils will cut grease, disinfects, and deodorize surfaces.

I suggest testing this out on your countertops and floors before use. I do not recommed it on Travertine or Marble.

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