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Fall is almost here, which means it’s time to put away your summer clothes and get out your fall wardrobe. But what if your fall wardrobe is a little out-of-date? There are a few fall fashion essentials you can add to what you already have to keep you on trend this season! Scarves are going … Read more
I don’t like to cut corners when it comes to my wardrobe, but with my wedding quickly approaching (and my fiance not understanding the need for a closet full of shoes), I’m putting my clothes budget on a diet. Woe is me! Fortunately, I’ve discovered the value of inexpensive accessories. Accessorizing on a budget is … Read more
Every Saturday morning my friend Ellen would shop garage sales, and return home to show off her treasures. I used to marvel at the treasures she would find until I wised up and joined her! What treasures can you find at a garage sale or yard sale? Here’s a list (in no particular order) of … Read more
Rule #1 – Be open minded! Don’t go shopping for a specific item because you probably won’t find it! If you go in looking for a size 8, black cocktail dress, you’ll likely come out empty handed. Instead, go in looking for a cocktail dress and look at sizes 6, 8 and 10 because alterations … Read more
My daughter recently informed me that she’s going for best dressed at school, and just like that a shopaholic was born! It was time for a lesson on how to bargain shop from her money saving mom because there are ways to save money on trendy teen clothing. I have taught her to bargain shop … Read more
Ever since the invention of co-ops and wholesale purchasing, consumers have been using the power of group buying to get great discounts on products they use everyday. Now that we’ve entered the internet age, finding ways for consumers to group together to create buying power has gotten even easier with sites like Groupon. Groupon is … Read more
The Budget Diet Girl meets The Consignment Sale Queen and thanks to her…I’m ready to tackle the next consignment sale, & you will be too! Top 10 Things to do Before Shopping at a Children’s Consignment Sale. By The Consignment Sale Queen Children’s consignment sales are popping up all over the nation and with the … Read more
If you have a teenager, you’ve probably discovered that they don’t want their clothes to come from Walmart anymore, but your budget won’t allow for the latest trends! It might be time to consider a clothing allowance for your teen, so you can save your money, and they can learn about budgeting! The best way … Read more