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Several holidays are lurking just around the corner, and the economy is making it tough for people to figure out they are going to afford celebrating them all. This has many thinking that they must skip giving a Halloween party in order to save money for Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations. There’s no need to miss … Read more
It’s time to go crazy with your can of black spray paint! Spooky, creepy, homemade Halloween decorations are at your fingertips with these clever diy projects. All projects take just minutes to make and cost only a couple dollars! Begin with a visit to your local thrift store or neighborhood garage sale, and be on … Read more
Halloween tops the list as far as good occasions go for having parties, and when a party involves wearing costumes you almost assuredly have a good time in the making. But parties can be expensive and if you have to have themed decorations, it can really break the bank…Unless. We’ve throw dozens of parties over … Read more
School supplies can be expensive, but they don’t have to break your budget. Keep your finances intact while shopping for school supplies during this busy time of year with these simple tips. Save Money on School Supplies Stick to the List School supply shopping is a huge opportunity for companies to market to … Read more
If you’re a stay at home mom, you’re likely spending lots of time volunteering at school! Just like at home, you’re probably asked to do more with less! Good news, little or no budget is required for these Teacher Appreciation Events! Just let your volunteers know EXACTLY what you need, and they will provide! … Read more
It’s already time to start thinking about sending the kids back to school (Hooray?!). Some welcome this time of year, while other dread it, but one thing’s for sure: If you have a preteen or teenage girl, she will want you to take her shopping for all the latest trends. Don’t let this be a … Read more
Does your family have any back-to-school traditions? Maybe shopping for a new first day of school outfit or making a special treat for the first day of school lunch? Think of family traditions as inexpensive little ways to create lasting family memories…no matter how silly the tradition, it will be remembered for a lifetime! If … Read more
If you are frugal then the amount you spend each Christmas usually kind of feels like a kick in the gut. Giving into pressures to buy the latest toy for your kids, throw the best holiday party or have the nicest outdoor Christmas setup costs most families hundreds of dollars each year. Christmas is going … Read more
If you’re dreading the expense of back to school shopping, follow these steps to savings! 1. Find out how much you can spend on your children’s school supplies and stick to your budget, no matter what. 2. Get a list ready. Make a list of all of the things that your children will need, including … Read more
This money saving mom knows that planning ahead is the best way for saving money on back to school shopping. Don’t procrastinate, or you’ll be the mom running around town the day before school starts, buying more than you need and saving nothing! Check out 5 ways to save on back to school shopping by … Read more