When I’m looking for a cheap and laid-back way to entertain friends, I turn to a grown-up game night. The fun is built-in, the laughs are plentiful, and the company is always a pleasure. To help your own… Read More >
No Gadgets Required: 10 Games to Spark Your Kids’ Creativity
Dealing with restless young children can try the patience of a saint, especially during the long winter break. That’s why I encourage my kids to use their imagination to play games. Aside from letting me get work or chores done, the… Read More >
8 Frugal Tips to a Fun Halloween
Introduction: Happy Frugal Halloween Halloween is one of those holidays where there are lots of opportunities to get creative and create unique crafts, decorations, and costumes. The best part is that you can do all of this on… Read More >
No Time? Don’t Throw Money at an Overbooked Schedule
This is one of those seasons of my life when it feels like the activities just don’t stop. I’m sure you can relate. But did you realize that busyness can take toll on your pocketbook? Crazy days make… Read More >
DIY Potted Herb Garden: Save Money On Fresh Herbs
Do you love to cook with fresh herbs, but hate how expensive they can be? You don’t have to resort to cooking with dried herbs. Make your own potted herb garden; it is easy and a fun project… Read More >
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money on Entertainment
The entertainment category of my personal budget is pretty small. Some might call it tiny. In fact, less than 1 percent of my family’s take-home pay is dedicated to entertainment. However, we certainly don’t sit at home in… Read More >
8 Tips for a Great Camping Trip
Summer vacations are where memories are made. Traveling together strengthens family bonds and gives you the chance to explore places both near and far. Unfortunately, vacations can be major budget-busters. Camping to the rescue! Whether it’s for a… Read More >
Resolution Solution – Have Fun for Less
Tickets for a family of four to the circus $200. Tickets for a family of four to a baseball game $100 – plus parking, plus concessions! Fun on a budget? Priceless! 20 Ways to Have Fun for Less… Read More >
Potluck: The Answer to Cheap and Fun Dinner with Friends
Are you looking for a fun but frugal way to gather friends for a dinner party? Consider a hosting a potluck meal, in which you ask everyone to pitch in with the food. Ahead, find a handy guide… Read More >
Movie Lover? How To Go To The Theatre For Less
When’s the last time you went to the movie theatre? Sticker shock? Matinee movies in West Palm Beach are $8…yes, that’s for the matinee! Don’t even ask me how much they are in the evening because I’ve never… Read More >
Summer Fun for Less!
Summer is right around the corner and the kids are almost done with school. Amazingly enough, summer is one of the more expensive times throughout the year for a few reasons. In today’s article, you’ll learn how to… Read More >
20 Terrific Sites for DIY Projects and Crafts
A lot of time and money, not to mention resources, can be saved by making things at home. This list of blogs will give you ideas galore for ways to save your money by crafting your own items…. Read More >
8 Creative Online Educational Games Sites For Children – And They’re Free!
It may seem bewildering to try to find places for online learning games for your grade schoolers. There are crowds of places each claiming to be the very latest and greatest. This compilation is gathered for you, presented… Read More >
Frugal Family Fun – 10 Ideas for a Family Fun Night
The average cost for a family of four to go to the movies and enjoy popcorn is $80. If you want to take your family to a sporting event, plan on shelling out at least $200. A concert…forget… Read More >
Planning A Summer Road Trip On A Budget
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… Read More >
Homemade Strawberry Jam
Pick your own strawberries and make homemade strawberry jam – it’s a recipe for frugal family fun, and it’s easy! about the author: Tiny Green Mom is an informative site written expressively for parents interested in all… Read More >
Disney Discounts
Planning a trip to Disney? Trying to do Disney on a budget? Check out MouseSavers.com for every imaginable Disney discount! There are over 300 pages of discounts, tips & tricks to plan your Disney vacation on a budget!… Read More >
National Parks – FREE Admission Days!
2015 National Parks Free Admission Days January 19 February 14 – 16 April 18 – 19 August 25 September 26 November 11 Mark your calendar, plan a getaway, and enjoy the free fun! Visit nps.gov to find a… Read More >
Trade Your Books, Music, DVD’s & Video Games!
If you’re cleaning out your bookshelf or media room…The Budget Diet girl has a plan for you! SwapADVD.com, Bookins.com, SwapTree.com are websites that you must visit! Did you know that you can trade-swap-exchange your old books, music, dvd’s… Read More >
Pedal Power!
Many of us bought homes in the suburbs because of the safe, quiet neighborhoods. We had visions of our children walking to school, riding bikes to ball practice and playing outside. Well…here we are…sitting in an endless carpool… Read More >