Earn, Save & Live Smart
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
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
There’s no measuring how proud you are of your high school graduate. Unfortunately, your debit card does have limits. You’d like to buy the kid a new car or gaming system before he or she leaves for college for four years, but many of us can’t exactly afford it. Fear not! The following gifts are … Read more
In our hurry up world…instant gratification rules, but beware…instant gratification is not a friend of the frugal. STOP, THINK, SHOP! 5 Ways to Save Money by being patient: Buy Discounted Gift Cards – Buy discounted gift cards for up to 30% off at Cardpool.com! I regularly order discounted gift cards to … Read more
Have you ever wondered how to get that red carpet movie star look without breaking the bank? Let’s face it, in these economic times, we are not as willing to go to Sephora, Ulta or other high end retailers to get those key products we love to make us look fabulous. And, if you are … 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
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
The Budget Diet girl’s report card for April: I saved money by… Warmer weather meant clothes shopping for my 13 year old daughter who is still growing like a weed! This money saving mom planned ahead and bought discounted gift cards – … Read more
If you’re not sure how to say thank you, or if you’re looking for different ways of saying thank you, check out my list of budget friendly thank you gifts ($5 or less!) perfect for teachers, volunteers, team moms, coaches, neighbors, friends & family! These gifts are all cheap and cheerful and will be remembered! … 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