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… Read More >
12 Ways to Beat Cabin Fever Without Spending a Dime
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… Read More >
26 Last-Minute Christmas Recipe Ideas
Barely a week before December 25th, are you still scrambling for ideas on what to serve for Christmas dinner? Try one of these appetizing dishes from @EatingWell, which range from refreshing salads to no-bake desserts. They are easy to prepare, healthy,… Read More >
16 Ideas for Wrapping Presents Without Wrapping Paper
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… Read More >
Save Money on Gifts With a White Elephant Exchange
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… Read More >
How to Make Giant Christmas Light Balls
If you’ve had enough of the same decorations every December, then you must try these giant Christmas light balls. These brightly lit globes will surely bring a festive touch to your front yard. You can also set them up on your balcony,… Read More >
10 Frugal Holiday Traditions That Your Family Will Love
The holidays are a special time of year. Families come together to celebrate and enjoy one another’s company, creating incredible memories that will last a lifetime. Growing up, our best memories were rarely about the presents or the expensive… Read More >
20+ Last-Minute Gift Ideas Under $30
We want to help you balance your budget this holiday season so we searched the web to give you this list of gift ideas just under $30. Surely there’ll be a gift that’s perfect for your loved ones… Read More >
20+ DIY Fun & Easy Christmas Treats to Make with Your Kiddos
Some Christmas treats are so easy that kids can make them on their own with a bit of help from parents. These treats will surely keep your little ones busy these days and happy to help out in… Read More >
20 Last Minute Christmas Decorating Ideas
No time to put up Christmas decors but still want to get into the Christmas spirit? I am happy to help you with some last-minute decor preparations. Here are some beautiful ornaments and Christmas trees I collected to adorn your… Read More >
25 Christmas Gifts Your Friends and Family Will Love – $5 or Under
The holidays are a wonderful time of year, but particularly hard on the budget, especially for those who have a particularly long list of family and friends. The search for cheap Christmas gifts usually turns up with items… Read More >
15+ DIY Christmas Gift Ideas under $10
Christmas is fast approaching and you are thinking of what gifts to give without breaking your bank. After a mental check, you realize that you have a long list of people you want to be happy this season. Sometimes,… Read More >
How to Build a DIY Christmas Wreath
Christmas wreath is an attractive decor for your home. Moreover, it is an amazing gift to your friends or neighbors. This tutorial features creating Christmas wreath for only $25. You can make as many as you can with your… Read More >
DIY Penguin Pillow: A Super Cute Christmas Gift
Pillows add a decorative look to any living space. They can make an interesting conversation piece too. You can give a pillow as a Christmas gift this year by making this super adorable penguin pillow with just a… Read More >
DIY Metallic Sparkle Ball: An Exceptional Ornament this Thanksgiving
A sparkle ball is one attractive decor for the coming holidays that provides beautiful and magical lighting at night. Whether you hang it on your patio or on your window, it is surely a head-turning DIY craftwork your… Read More >
Christmas Break Family Fun – It’s a Christmas Bucket List!
School’s out, Santa’s coming, Let the Christmas Break fun begin! Christmas is a great time for family traditions, and this year I’ve got a new tradition for you…the Christmas Bucket List! Instead of letting your children… Read More >
Inexpensive Ways to Spruce Up a Guest Room for the Holidays
‘Tis the season to extend some hospitality to members of the family that you barely know and only see once or twice a year. Since everyone’s wallets are noticeably lighter at the moment, offering your guest bedroom is… Read More >
Festive and Frugal Gift Wrap – Kraft Paper
That humble roll of Kraft Paper that looks like nothing more than a brown paper bag is your answer to wrapping gifts in a festive and frugal fashion all year long. Why You’ll Love Kraft Paper: It’s CHEAP!… Read More >
How I Saved Money on Christmas Shopping
Wondering how to save money on Christmas shopping? Consider this The Budget Diet Girl’s Christmas shopping “Report Card”. How I Saved Money on Christmas Shopping Gifts – It’s easy to save money on gifts when you don’t give… Read More >
Festive, Frugal and Almost Free Christmas Gift Ideas
Still need more gifts? Feeling low on funds? No worries! The Budget Diet Girl is your Christmas gift-giving angel with 6 festive, frugal and almost free Christmas gift ideas. Even better…no shopping required! Write a Poem – If… Read More >