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I’m usually in charge of organizing Thanksgiving dinner in our family. While I love having our extended family over, I’m really not keen on spending a week’s grocery budget on one meal. I’ve come up with practical ideas for hosting a delicious Thanksgiving dinner without burning a hole in my pocket. Here is how we … Read more
Sausage, celery, apricots and cornbread: together, these ingredients form an appetizing stuffing. This savory, fruity topping is not only tasty, it’s chock full of vitamins and protein. It’s a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving dinner.
As a working mother, I dread the end of October when the weather turns cold and the winter clothing is brought down from the attic. After spending money on back-to-school clothing, my budget for winter clothing is tight. Here are some ways I’ve found to save money on winter clothing. Be proactive for next winter … Read more
I get it, what with decorating the house and getting your kids’ costumes ready, you totally forgot that you had to make one for yourself. Here’s a no-sew, last-minute solution to your Halloween costume problem. The classic witch costume is perfect for busy moms. All you need are black clothes, this DIY hat, and a … Read more
With Halloween barely a week away, do you already know what you’re going to wear? Get inspired by these well-loved characters from your favorite TV shows and blockbuster films. You definitely won’t see puzzled faces when you wear one of these trending costumes. The best part: you don’t need to fork out a lot of money for these outfits. Just … Read more
Here’s another creepy DIY project for Halloween. This gory eyeball necklace jar brings to mind Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory. You can wear it on Halloween to make your costume spookier or give it to a friend for laughs. All you need are steady hands and the following materials. Read on for the step-by-step instructions. What you need: Small jar Necklace chain Cork Clay (white … Read more
These super cute cake pops are easy to make and they are also great for trick or treat. Make a Frankenstein, a ghost, a pumpkin, and other popular Halloween symbols with this easy-to-follow recipe. Read on for step-by-step instructions. What you need: Breadcrumbs (made out of sheet cake) Cake pop sticks Canola oil Baking sheet Candy melts … Read more
Bring a creative twist to your pumpkin decorations this Halloween with this DIY project. You only need glow in the dark paint, some pumpkins and a bit of artistic skill to make this. Add scary or playful patterns on these luminous pumpkins. Use real or fake pumpkins from a local craft store What you need: Glow in the dark … Read more
Here’s an affordable, no-mess Halloween decor idea that’s guaranteed to give your house a creepy look. Even a non-artsy person can make this quick and easy bat garland. Hang them up as buntings or use them as an amazing photo backdrop at a party. If your kids can handle scissors, then they can definitely help make this bat garland. … Read more
Remember the time when everyone was giving scented candles as gifts? If you’re like me, you probably have several unused candles lying around. Don’t throw them away just yet. You can transform those boring old candles using ice. Yes, you read it right—ice. Read on to know how you can use this surprising ingredient to … Read more