Five Easy Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bill and Eat Better

Do you need to cut your grocery bill? Wondering how to reduce your grocery budget and eat better? No one wants to sacrifice what and how they eat in order to save money. Luckily, there are many easy ways to save money without sacrificing the quality of your family’s meals. Done properly, these tips will … Read more

I Want Straight Hair – on a budget!

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My hairdresser describes my hair as: healthy, enough hair for 3 people, and a few wicked waves! Those are the key words, a FEW wicked waves. Not enough waves to be pretty, just a few waves that look more like bumps on a camel’s back! HOW DO I GET STRAIGHT HAIR? Ever since I was … Read more

How My Teenage Son Saved Money This Month

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Usually at the end of each month, I reflect on my personal savings, but this month I want to brag about how my 16 year old son saved money this month. He just turned 16, he has his first job, and he’s learning that he needs a little discipline when he has a paycheck in … Read more

Homemade Fruit and Vegetable Wash

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Contaminated produce continues to make headlines and continues to make people sick. When we had the tainted spinach scare last year, it was enough to make me splurge for a bottle of that expensive fruit and vegetable wash. A year later, this money saving mom is even wiser because I’ve learned to make my own … Read more

Wet and Wild Party – It’s a Backyard Splash Party!

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Chill out with a Wet and Wild Backyard Splash Party – it’s another budget birthday party from The Budget Diet girl! Ages: Tots to Preteens                 Invitations Purchase inflatable beach balls, inflate and use a sharpie to write the birthday details on the ball. Deflate, and place in … Read more

White Sangria Recipe

If you’re looking for a refreshing drink for a summer party, try White Sangria! White Sangria is perfect for a brunch, shower, fiesta or a summer cookout!

7 Accessories under $15

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I don’t like to cut corners when it comes to my wardrobe, but with my wedding quickly approaching (and my fiance not understanding the need for a closet full of shoes), I’m putting my clothes budget on a diet. Woe is me! Fortunately, I’ve discovered the value of inexpensive accessories. Accessorizing on a budget is … Read more

Summer Boredom Busters – 10 Summer Fun Ideas

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Summer officially started today, and if you’re already dealing with the “I’m bored” syndrome…take a look at these budget friendly summer fun ideas! 10 boredom busters that are sure to lead to a summer of fun! Field Trips: Plan a field trip every week this summer!   Here’s how… Start by taking your kids to the … Read more

Three Loyalty Programs That’ll Let You Eat for Free

We’re all interested in saving some money. People spend hours clipping coupons, looking for daily and weekly deals offered by their favorite stores—the ways in which people look to save a few bucks are limitless. But have you ever thought about restaurants that actually let you eat for free if you’re enrolled in their loyalty … Read more

Easy Peach Cobbler

If you’re looking for a quick and easy summertime dessert, try Easy Peach Cobbler! It’s a 4-ingredient peach cobbler made with a cake mix and canned peaches that is frugalicious and fast! Easy Peach Cobbler is perfect for a pot luck dinner or a cookout.