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Need a frugal family summertime activity or party? Make your own backyard Disney Party! It was exciting to plan what Disneyland attractions we wanted to include in our backyard version of Disneyland. There are so many amazing rides, it was hard to narrow it down. I couldn’t believe how much fun we had just thinking … 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
Cinco de Mayo means the fifth of May, and it seems to be a popular excuse to party! If you’re curious, Cinco de Mayo actually commemorates Mexico’s victory in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. But enough about history and on with the party! Here are some festive and frugal Cinco de Mayo … 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
For many people, certain childhood memories stand out more than others — a family vacation, learning to ride a bike, and especially birthday parties. Birthdays hold a special place in the heart because it is one of the few times during childhood that family and friends get together for the express purpose of celebrating a … Read more
Meeska, Mooska, Mickey Mouse! There’s a party at your house! Plan a Mickey or Minnie Mouse Theme Party on a budget with this collection of clever party ideas compiled by LiveInNanny.org. You’ll be inspired and impressed with ideas for invitations, decorations, games, activities, food and favors. Mickey Mouse Theme Party Ideas Invitations Mickey’s ears and his red shorts … Read more
Celebrate everything summer with one of these easy and fun cakes. Thanks to Betty Crocker, you won’t need any cake decorating skills or fancy pans! Note: The complete recipes and printable templates can be found on the Betty Crocker website. Flip-Flop Cake – Pool Party? Betty Crocker has a printable template, so you can easily … Read more
Why don’t you host a FIESTA this weekend? It’s frugal, festive and I’ve put together a collection of my favorite quick and easy Tex-Mex recipes. Don’t forget Cinco deMayo is Sunday! View this SkinnyScoop List
Today is my daughter’s 15th birthday, and we’ve had 15 years of fun, frugal & festive parties! This year, back by popular demand, we’re having The Amazing Race Birthday Party. This party requires a lot of advanced preparation, but I promise it’s FUN and FRUGAL…about $100 including supplies, food, and favors! You’ll be the mom … Read more
It’s time to confess…how many pins do you have on your Pinterest boards? Hundreds? Thousands? How many of those recipes or crafts have you actually tried? Just a few? If you’re looking for a fun girls night, why don’t you plan a Pinterest Party? (For those of you that have no idea what Pinterest is, … Read more