not the jet set

Craft Show Results

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:30:00 +0000

I spent weeks working on projects and days fretting about the success or failure of my first craft show. Did the hours of table display prep work pay off? Financially, no, educationally speaking yes. There was three other large sized art and craft shows going on that same day in our town. So there was lots of competition and the fair I was in was most peoples last stop. I had lots of people...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

The Missing Mrs.

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:39:00 +0000

It feels like I have been missing for two months but it really has only been two weeks. Things will get back to (our) normal after this Saturday's craft show. It has been a very busy couple weeks finishing projects for the show, working on potty training, an have kids at home because of school closers due to flu outbreaks. Anything but normal! Starting next week you can look forward to some...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Two Cents Tuesday

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:10:00 +0000

Welcome to Two Cents Tuesday! Two Cents from the Mr. "There's lots of ways to save as winter draws near. For example, the Mrs. just finished putting up apples for the year. She's also done strawberries, blueberries, peaches, peppers, tomatoes, pumpkin, and butternut squash! We're ready for a long winter." Now it's your turn! You can link to posts that are related to living on a "Not the...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Guest Post at Debt Free Adventure

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:45:00 +0000

Be sure to tune in later for our Two Cents Tuesday post (and leave your two cents, too!), but first I want to direct your attention to a guest post we wrote for Matt at Debt Free Adventure on Tithing Our Time. It's a new concept that we've been considering and finally pulled together. So head on over to Matt's site and and give it a read. Be sure to leave a comment, as we'd love to hear your...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Health Insurance: Open Enrollement Time

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:53:00 +0000

It's open enrollment time at my employ, and while the Mrs and I are decided and done, it seems that most folks have hardly logged on. Since we're going through the second major plan overhaul in 3 years, people have TONS of questions and no clue as to which one to choose. The Providers and their vague presentations and explanations have come and gone and folks are still sitting around at lunch...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Vacation Or Bust Update

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:15:00 +0000

Our challenge is to raise $1300 before Christmas vacation. For more details checkout our original post. We know that it's a lofty goal to reach that fast without adding any salaried income to the mix, but we also live on a tight budget. A vacation is a luxury not a necessity. Here is the breakdown of what we have done so far this month: Garage Sale- We decided to have an impromptu garage...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Still here...

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:43:00 +0000

Posting has been a little light lately - Ok, it's been 6 days. Fret not -we're still here. Life has just had us feeling a tad under water lately, and that's ok, it happens from time to time. The Mrs. is up to her knees in apples as she spends her days making and preserving applesauce for the year. It's a ton of work, but she will survive it and be back soon with more inspiring posts. I've...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Going Once, Going Twice, Sold to Mrs. Not the Jet Set!

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:36:00 +0000

I have to admit that I LOVE auctions. I'm picky about which ones I go to and I do have favorite auctioneers. Saying that I rarely walk away from an auction disappointed. This past weekend was no exception to the rule either. A local plant nursery decided that to stay a float after a bad year they would auction off a large amount of their stock. It's heart breaking to know that a local person...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Two Cent Tuesday

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 07:06:00 +0000

Welcome to Two Cents Tuesday! Two Cents from the Mrs. "When you realize you NEED something don't run to the store right away. Instead take the time to find a creative solution you already have in your home. I've found countless ways to use my extra mason jars. " Now it's your turn! You can link to posts that are related to living on a "Not the Jet Set" budget. This could be anything from...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

The Bible, Money and Marriage

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:35:00 +0000

Before you read this post please read my disclaimer below: I'm by no means a biblical scholar or a theology teacher. What I do know is that you have to read the bible, think about how it would apply to today's world, and look at what your specific faith teachings/ interpretations are for that specific bible verse, parable, or allegory. Please discuss this topic with your own Priest or Pastor if...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Just a Reminder....

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:58:00 +0000

There's been a lot of discussion lately on credit cards and debit cards (as if it ever really settles down). After several great discussions and debates, I ran across a string of posts from the Consumerist - one of the few consumer advocacy blogs. The articles were interesting individually, but more compelling as a body of work. Hit the link below for a summary of this collection and a little...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

How to Ruin Your Marriage

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:01:00 +0000

Step One: Listen to Suze Orman Step Two: There is none needed after step one. Does that seem a little harsh? I don't think that it does. It actually took me several days to calm down enough to write this post. Last Friday I was watching the Today show while folding laundry. It's the one time I actually watch TV. Anyways, on comes Suze looking like she just rolled out of bed with a hoodie...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Two Cents Tuesday

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:55:00 +0000

Welcome to the first edition of Two Cents Tuesday! Two Cents from the Mrs. "One of the ways we have been able to stretch our clothing budget in the fall is by making baby legs for the girls to wear with their summer tee shirts and skirts. " Now it's your turn! You can link to posts that are related to living on a "Not the Jet Set" budget. This could be anything from ideas to save money...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

French Memo Board Made Easy

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 05:57:00 +0000

Maybe it's just me, but I always thought that those cool looking French memo boards like they would be hard to make. Then I actually took the time to think about it and realized just how easy it would be to make! This project cost me nothing but about 15 minutes of my time. First I located a piece of scrap 1x4 pine in the garage scrap bin, some leftover batting and fabric in the sewing room....

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Top Three Cookbooks

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:15:00 +0000

Sometimes it's hard to find recipes that taste good and are healthy. That's when I take the time to be creative in the kitchen. However, I'll admit that instead of re-inventing the wheel I prefer to use my favorite cookbooks and save the creative juices for the sewing room and our budget. I found it hard to narrow it down since I do have several cookbooks I use on a somewhat regular basis, but...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Two Cent Tuesdays- A New Series

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:36:00 +0000

Have you ever wanted to tell someone YOUR two cents? Well I want to hear your two cents! That is why we are starting a new series here at Not the Jet Set. Every Tuesday we would like for you to share (via linky or comment) your two cents on living on a not the jet set budget. We will start the series this coming Tuesday, Oct. 13th. You can link to posts that are related to living on a tight...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Save Money - Raise Chickens!

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:58:00 +0000

I caught this post the other day over at the Suburban Dollar via Bad Money Advice. Now we've gotten lots and lots of questions about our chickens, but no one had really quizzed us about the economics of our hens. After reading the doubtful post over at the Suburban Dollar, I thought to myself, "How do we come out on this deal?" There is this stereotype that anything 'green' or 'organic' can't...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Fabric Name Banner Tutorial

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 05:56:00 +0000

One of the many things we created for our daughters' room was their own name banners that hang above their beds. This project was actually easier then I expected. Here is how I did it. First I found the font I wanted to use on Word. I printed out the letters I needed in a 250 font size and cut them out. Then I laid them out on the letter fabric and traced them. Next I carefully cut...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Vacation or Bust: 2009

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:32:00 +0000

Since we moved to Michigan almost three years ago we have not had a family vacation. We have spent all of our free time and money on renovating our new home. Even though our home is not quiet done, we do have running water, a functioning heater, and a non-leaking roof over our heads. Those are huge accomplishments to have done. So huge that the Mr. and I are just plum worn out. So with the...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

And the winner is...

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:24:00 +0000

The randomly selected winner of the free poster print from digitalroom.com is... comment number 2 Kerrie said... I would make a poster of my son's football team for my husband's office Congrats to Kerrie and thanks to everyone who entered.

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Homemade Granola Recipe

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 05:59:00 +0000

A couple weeks ago I posted my peach syrup recipe. I included a photo of the syrup on top of vanilla ice cream sprinkled with my homemade granola. [Editor's note: Yum!] Amanda asked in the comments for my homemade granola recipe. So Amanda, here it is! This recipe, like most of mine, are a combination of several. I've tweaked it be a good compromise between what my picky eaters will eat and...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Salad Bar Frugal

jetsetnotthe@gmail.com (Mr. (not) the Jet Set) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:33:00 +0000

It's been well documented that I don't eat out for lunch. Once a month.... maybe. I'm quite well known around the office for my PB+Js. The main driver here is frugality, but there are two attractive side-effects: Health - While a lot of the usual lunch stops taste good, they don't necessarily make you feel good. Now I'm not trying to claim PB+J as health food, but a lot of restaurant food is...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Cloth Diaper Update

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:35:00 +0000

Yesterday someone asked the Mr. and I about using cloth diapers and how much we saved from using them. I had to admit that I had not looked at the numbers for awhile. After opening the excel spreadsheet and pulling up our last update post I can see why! Our daughter has been in the same size for over 500 days! Over those 500 days the savings has really started to add up. To date we have...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

The Big Birthday Lesson: A new tradition

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:54:00 +0000

Why do we celebrate birthdays? How do we celebrate birthdays? I find myself pondering these questions over the past few years. It seems like birthdays (along with most holidays) have been hi-jacked by our commercialized world. People used to celebrate birthdays because it was a big deal to have made it through another year of life. Children and adults alike were not as blessed as we are to...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.

Poster Print Giveaway

mrs.ntjs@gmail.com (Mrs. (not) the Jet Set) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 03:10:00 +0000

DigitalRoom.com has generiously offered to sponsor a giveaway here on Not the Jet Set for a FREE 18x24" Rolled Poster Print. Which we, of course, accept! We will be using our high quality poster print in our living room. The blown up photo of our daughters will be one of the center pieces for the new "Family Wall" we are creating to help bring a more causal feel to the room. It's also an...

Like what you are reading? Click through to read the entire post or share it with the links below.