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Cheap & Cheerful is the term I use for great gifts that will put a smile on someone’s face without costing you a fortune. Each of these gifts is clever and thoughtful without screaming “cheap!” It’s the end of the school year, and we could all use Cheap & Cheerful gift ideas for teachers! I’ve … Read more
Cheap & Cheerful is the term I use for great gifts that will put a smile on someone’s face without costing you a fortune. The end of the school year is certainly a time when we could all use Cheap & Cheerful gift ideas for teachers! My new favorite? A vase made with pencils! Try … Read more
Early in the school year, I love to make cookies for the teachers, the bus driver, the principal, the secretary and all the folks that help get the school year off to a smooth start. I’ve come up with a clever and inexpensive gift bag to put the cookies in… Start with a simple brown … Read more
For years, I admired those framed chalkboards & bulletin boards, but The Budget Diet girl inside of me couldn’t justify spending $40+! So, I figured out how to make a bulletin board or framed chalkboard for less than $10, and they make perfect teacher gifts! Here’s how to make your budget friendly framed chalkboard or … Read more
Homemade Gift Ideas – Thank You Gifts The end of the school year is drawing near…time to find gifts for our teachers dear! Check out my list of budget friendly thank you gifts ($5 or less!) perfect for teachers, team moms, neighbors, friends & family! Glass Bottle with M&M’s & a Daisy: this can be … Read more