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Are you wondering what to do with all that leftover Christmas ham? Don’t worry, here are four delicious and easy recipes that are perfect for making the most of your holiday leftovers. These recipes are not only budget-friendly but also versatile, turning your leftover ham into meals you’ll look forward to. Watch Now 👀👇 Let’s … Read more
Ready to spread some holiday cheer without stretching your wallet? You’re in luck! We’ve stumbled upon a must-watch video for anyone looking to host a memorable Christmas brunch on a budget. This clever video shows you how to whip up a festive and scrumptious spread using only items from the Dollar Tree, and the best … Read more
This has been my go to No Bake Oreo Ball Recipe for many years. I use it for parties, special events, and during the holidays. Absolutely no baking is required. Hope you Enjoy! Hot Tip: Beyond Oreos and Desserts.. out our Complete Guide on how to cut spending by $400/month! (This guide is our most popular article and … Read more
I’ve been hosting a cookie exchange for 10 years, and it’s one of my favorite Christmas traditions! A cookie exchange is an easy and inexpensive party to plan, and everyone goes home with a nice assortment of cookies to enjoy during the holidays. Cookie Exchange Invitation Ideas: A simple e-vite Hand deliver a cookie cutter … Read more
Today is Day 4 of The Budget Diet’s 12 Days of Festive and Frugal Christmas Ideas, and today is craft day! Each year, I host a Mother-Daughter cookie exchange, and I plan a simple craft for the girls to make. When we started this tradition 10 years ago, the girls were only 4 years old, … Read more
It’s day 8 of The Budget Diet’s 12 Days of Cookies, and if you’re looking for a pretty and festive Christmas cookie for your cookie exchange, try White Chocolate Cranberry Bars. White Chocolate Cranberry Bars Try White Chocolate Cranberry Bars for a pretty and festive Christmas bar cookie. Servings 2 dozen Author Kristl Story, TheBudgetDiet.com Ingredients Instructions Tomorrow’s recipe … Read more
We are now past Christmas and into the new year, which means that retailers are dealing with a common issue: returns. Your aunt bought you a sweater that’s too small. Your parents bought the kids those hot toys that you already bought them. Your husband thought you would like that ugly knickknack. Sound familiar? While … Read more
Let’s face it: winter can get boring. Between hazardous road conditions that keep us indoors and weather that makes a lot of activities impossible, many of us find ourselves holed up at home with restless children. Cabin fever is a real problem, but what’s a frugal family to do? Whether it’s just you or your whole … Read more
It’s 10PM on Christmas Eve and halfway through gift wrapping, you run out of wrapping paper. Sound the alarm bells! What do you do? People get pretty creative when they’re racing against the clock, and not everyone has a partner or friend on speed dial for emergency retail store runs. Luckily, there are lots of … Read more
The holidays are a time of giving, being with family, and having fun. A favorite holiday tradition in my family is to buy cheap items from the clearance aisles or dollar stores. We would then wrap them up and pass them around while my grandfather reads ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. As a child, I … Read more