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Looking for some new ways to have fun as a family this summer without spending a small fortune? Here are 5 ideas for frugal summer fun for the entire family… 1. Have a water balloon fight. Kids love water balloon fights, especially when Mom and Dad are involved; and what better way to stay cool … Read more
Happy Fourth of July! Looking for an “instant” & inexpensive patriotic centerpiece for your Fourth of July party? Start with a glass container…use whatever you have! A large glass vase or hurricane works well, but a simple mason jar or even an empty pickle jar will do the trick. Fill your glass container with red … Read more
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
With Father’s Day being right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to treat your Dad on Father’s Day. If money is tight but you’re still hoping to add a more personal touch to your Father’s Day gift, you could always make your Dad a homemade gift or research some … Read more
Summer is right around the corner and the kids are almost done with school. Amazingly enough, summer is one of the more expensive times throughout the year for a few reasons. In today’s article, you’ll learn how to make summer memories and enjoy summer fun while saving money! Summer Fun For Less Pay Cash … Read more
Nothing said I<3U like DIY. Make Mom smile this Mother’s Day with these homemade spa gifts. (She doesn’t have to know they weren’t expensive.) DIY Mother’s Day Gifts Vitamin E Facial Scrub Recipe • 1 cup salt (fine) • 15 drops vitamin E oil • 2 tsp olive oil • ¼ bar leftover glycerin … Read more
Does your mother live far away? Even on a budget, it’s easy to ship a great gift to mom this Mother’s Day. No matter what shipping services are to be used, whether it be ground shipping or flat rate shipping, a thoughtful gift can be on its way today. Easy to Ship Gift Ideas … Read more
When an old friend suggested that I purchase a chocolate Easter Bunny for my grandson who is 8 months old, I had to laugh to myself, but that gave me the idea for these two “chocolate bunnies” made from some left over fabric and repurposing those plastic shopping bags that we have too many of … Read more
It’s nearly Easter, and that means an Easter dinner with family and/or friends for people who celebrate the holiday. It is always nice to see a pleasing, Easter/Spring themed centerpiece on the Easter supper table . Additionally, it is so easy to create a recycled Easter basket, that you can make more than one for … Read more
It’s Friday, another meat free day on this journey we call Lent! This week’s recipe for Lent is Spinach Manicotti an Italian meal full of protein, veggies and dairy – what more could you want? Your Lenten journey is almost over, and if you gave up meat for Lent, I hope you discovered a few … Read more