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The Bargain Shopper’s Pledge I promise to make a list and stick to it! I promise to use the internet to compare prices and read product reviews before making purchases. I promise to do everything in my power to avoid leaving the coupon code box blank. I promise to search for free shipping deals. I … Read more
Take a moment, grab a calculator and total up your Halloween spending…the costumes, the candy and don’t forget the decorations. So…how much did you spend on Halloween? According to a new survey by Retail Me Not, the average family spends $83 on Halloween. The Budget Diet girl is hoping you’re not average. If you are … 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
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
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
Make a little Merry for less when you throw a Christmas party Aldi style! Here’s your festive $100 party plan*, and your guests will enjoy a yummy spread of more than just chips and dip – thanks to Aldi. *based on 20 guests Christmas Party for Less than $100 Invitations Opt for a simple Evite…they’re … Read more
Summer sunshine and heat brings thoughts of getting away from it all for a week or two, and what kind of trip is more fun than a road trip? Road trips are about the journey, not the destination–if you even have one in mind. While gas is expensive these days, you can still take that … Read more