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It’s back-to-school time, and it’s back-to-lunch time! When it comes to school lunches, do you… A. Give your children $3 – $7 each day to buy an unhealthy, unidentifiable lunch on a tray? B. Stock your refrigerator with Lunchables – those cute little prepackaged lunch kits from Oscar Mayer that cost way too much and … Read more
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Brita for Social Spark. All opinions are 100% mine. Dear Mom, The water in my dorm room tastes terrible, my mattress is awful and don’t get me started on the closet. Love, Your Homesick College Student ~~~~~~~ So, you thought you did a great … Read more
Did you know that the average American family spends $400 per child on back to school expenses? Take a look at these 15 easy ways to save on back to school shopping, and I’m sure you’ll find a way to take a bite out of that $400 per child back to school expense! Resale, Thrift … Read more
This year you can overspend on back-to-school shopping, or you can save money on back-to-school shopping with this one simple trick! Save Money on Back to School Shopping Back-to-School Shopping Scenario #1: Your daughter needs school uniforms from Lands End, so you hastily go to their website and spend $110 on 3 shirts and … Read more
A patriotic party on a budget? Why not? Festive and frugal parties are The Budget Diet Girl’s specialty, and I’ve put together my fav ideas for your frugal Fourth of July Party. P.S. – I promise you’ll spend less than $50! Invitations Option #1: Free Printables! Click on the image above, and you’ll be given … Read more
Surprise! A new survey is out, and guess what…flowers and jewelry ARE NOT on the top of Mom’s wish list. Even chocolate didn’t make the top 5! Top 5 Gifts Mom Really Wants (in no particular order) Quality Time With Family – It’s easy and free to plan a fun day for mom! How about … Read more
Mother’s Day is May 11…don’t let it sneak up on you! If you wait until the last minute, you’ll rarely get a good deal or have time to put a lot of thought into the gift. Get started today with The Budget Diet’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide…there are plenty of ideas to please mom and … Read more
Fudge Pie – It’s another frugalicious and fast recipe from The Budget Diet, and it’s the perfect Valentine’s dessert! Fudge Pie is frugal because it’s made with ingredients that we almost always have on hand! Fudge Pie is fast…30 minutes total preparation and baking time! If you need to satisfy your chocolate craving make a … Read more
Budget Cupid is here to help put a little romance in your life for less this Valentine’s Day with 10 cheap date ideas! 10 Cheap Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day Enjoy Chocolate Dipped Strawberries and Champagne by the Fireplace How romantic, just like a scene out of the movies! Take it one step further and … Read more
You know that you should “never show up empty handed” to a party. At the same time, buying a hostess gift every time you are invited somewhere can get really expensive – so expensive that some people honestly consider staying home because they can’t afford the things they’ve been taught are appropriate to give. Don’t … Read more