Hello, friends!

Welcome to my channel! I'm Claire and over here on my little corner of the internet, we are into all things budget-friendly, simple cooking and vintage-loving! I'm lucky enough to be mom to two wild boys and dog mom to our beloved Sundae and Banjo (so keep your eyes peeled for my fur babies who often make cameos!) Im often cooking for just myself and I LOVE my rice cooker! I enjoy a thrift haul or trying out a retro recipe from my cookbook collection. Any time I can save money for things that are important to me, I do! And when I have enough saved up I love to share my trips and exciting purchases with you :) Subscribe to stay up to date with all the goings on in the Risper house!

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Claire Risper
PO Box 70165
Lansing, MI 48908


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I'm hard at work on the cookbook, friends! I think my chicken pot pie may be a contender for the cover :) I've gone over and over a few of my classic recipes and listened to all your comments! While most of the recipes are new, I've improved some old ones as well. My pot pie is now a bit creamier after reading some of your thoughts. I always appreciate everything you guys have to offer! Thanks for sticking around <3

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 191

Claire Risper

No AI photography for my cookbook 😊 I spent the morning sourcing dishes, tablecloths and napkins for my upcoming book. Doing my own photography is so exciting, I love learning new skills!

1 month ago | [YT] | 155

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Happy New Year, friends! Today I want to hear from you! I’m so excited for what 2026 has to bring, but I want to know what YOU want more of on this channel this year! Vote below on what type of video you most look forward to!

8 months ago | [YT] | 57

Claire Risper

Coming to you from the soft office 🙂 IT’S TIME FOR “DOES IT FALL”! I hear all through the year how much you guys love the yearly tradition of trying all the fall items at Aldi, and this year we tried all new things we never have before! Stay tuned, this video will be out tomorrow! ❤️ and happy fall, y’all!

11 months ago | [YT] | 43

Claire Risper

Hi, friends! Just wanted to send a little love from beautiful Mexico! I’m so happy you all are enjoying the prescheduled content from today, and don’t worry, I have another coming on Saturday! I may not reply to your comments until after I return, as I’m trying a bit to switch off 😉☀️😎🇲🇽 We are soaking up the sun and enjoying our time as a family! xoxo

1 year ago | [YT] | 167

Claire Risper

Hi, friends! My family and I spent an amazing week in Las Vegas and at the Grand Canyon for spring break. You may have noticed I’ve been a bit quiet on the channel, and that’s because I was focused on making memories! I’m home safe and sound and look forward to reading and responding to all your comments on the videos that were posted while I was away ♥️

1 year ago | [YT] | 121

Claire Risper

Hey friends! You may have noticed I took the week off from posting videos. The whole house has been sick 🤧. We are all feeling much better and I spent the day replenishing the freezer with easy meals for the next time I can’t be bothered to cook 😉 You can look forward to easy freezer meals in my next video on Wednesday! 🥰

1 year ago | [YT] | 183

Claire Risper

Hello beautiful people! I’ve recently had an influx of new friends here on my channel. Yaaaaay! And if you’re an OG follower, you may be familiar with the Claire lore 🤭 but I thought since there are so many new faces, it was about time to do a Q&A! No need to go through all my old videos, ask your questions right here and I will answer them in my next video!

1 year ago | [YT] | 86

Claire Risper

Hi, friends!
Just checking in with some exciting news! I will now be posting TWO videos every week! If you've been with me a long time then you may remember the two-video- per-week days! (if you've been around that long leave me a heart in the comments!) When I switched down to one video I promised that if life allowed it and the creativity flowed I would add another video, and that day has come! 2025 is going to be filled with easy, tasty recipes, vintage cookbooks and great budget finds! I also will have a NEW posting schedule. You can look forward to a new video every Wednesday and every Saturday at 9:00 am EST. And on that note, I recently tried my hand at making my own sausage, would anyone like a tutorial? Until then, thanks for watching !!
xoxo
Claire

1 year ago | [YT] | 57

Claire Risper

Wish all those who celebrate a safe and lovely Thanksgiving!

1 year ago | [YT] | 69