Have you ever wondered how to get that red carpet movie star look without breaking the bank? Let’s face it, in these economic times, we are not as willing to go to Sephora, Ulta or other high end… Read More >
Father’s Day Gifts
Father’s Day, gifts for men…always a challenge! Got gifts? Need ideas? Read on! In my opinion, men are the most difficult to shop for, so I’ve come up with a solution that’s perfect for Father’s Day, Dad’s birthday… Read More >
Create a Cookbook!
Some of my favorite recipes are written by my mom (and grandmother) on index cards, and I’m sure my children will be asking for copies of these recipes when they grow up! Thanks to modern technology, you can… Read More >
Find Money!
Did you know the average American household has $300 in unwanted gift cards sitting around? Giving gift cards has become a common practice, but we often receive gift cards to stores we would never shop. Here’s your challenge… Read More >
Utilize Those Christmas Gift Cards With Post-Holiday Sales
If you weren’t one of the millions of Americans who took advantage of November and December mega sales like Black Friday or those crazy after-Christmas clearances, you missed the lines and the crowds, but you didn’t necessarily miss… Read More >
Affordable Handmade Gifts at Etsy.com
Save Your Money – Shop Etsy! The Budget Diet girl just discovered Etsy.com! If you love unique, homemade gifts…you’ll love Etsy! You’ll find thousands of handmade items, and you can shop from the comfort of your home! Etsy… Read More >
Trendy Teenager Approved Clothing For Less!
If you have a teenager, you’ve probably discovered that they don’t want their clothes to come from Walmart anymore, but your budget won’t allow for the latest trends! It might be time to consider a clothing allowance for… Read More >
Beauty Bargains – because beauty should not cost you an arm and a leg!
There is nothing more exciting than shopping for your favorite beauty products. Whether you are on a beauty budget or not, you want to find amazing products at great prices. Because no one should ever feel like they… Read More >
Thank You Gifts
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… Read More >
Start a Garden, SAVE on Produce
Gardening can feed your family cheaper than buying produce at the supermarket. A few squash plants can feed an army, and so can a few tomato plants. However, the array of products pushed at would be gardeners is… Read More >
Teaching Teens to Bargain Shop
Tips for Teaching Teens to Bargain Shop I took my daughter to Plato’s Closet today, and we left with 3 tops and 1 pair of jeans for $39! Yes…it was a lesson on budgeting for her from… Read More >
3 Steps to Maximize Your Online Shopping Savings
I just purchased my daughter’s required school uniform shoes online and saved nearly 30%! Tell me more! Show me how! Help me save! It’s easy to save money when you’re shopping online if you follow these 3 easy… Read More >
Four Products That Naturally Whiten Teeth
Whitening your teeth with over-the-counter products can be expensive and time-consuming. However, natural products used consistently can whiten teeth without straining your budget! Basics for a Whiter Smile Keeping your teeth healthy and white begins with good basic… Read More >
Major Purchase? Get Help Deciding What to Buy and When to Buy It
Are you planning to buy a new computer this year? How about a new phone or television? Is a new refrigerator on your list? Has your husband been saving up for a shiny new lawnmower or gas grill?… Read More >
Easy, Thrifty DIY Mother’s Day Gifts
Nothing said I<3U like DIY. Make Mom smile this Mother’s Day with these homemade spa gifts. (She doesn’t have to know they weren’t expensive.) DIY Mother’s Day Gifts Vitamin E Facial Scrub Recipe • 1 cup salt… Read More >
Co-Ops: What are they and are they right for your family?
You may have heard the term Co-Op before but weren’t sure what it really meant. Often, the first thing people think of is farmers. You may have wondered also if it is a type of business. Let’s start… Read More >
Shop Smarter This Holiday Season
Tis the season of hunting for parking spaces and elbowing your way through crowded stores. Ahhh…the joys of Christmas shopping. This year use your smartphone to save time and money! Check out these savvy shopping tips from MetroPCS:… Read More >
Best Shopping Discount Sites
The advent of e-commerce took the consumers out of the shopping mall and allowed them to purchase anything and everything their hearts desired with the click of a button. But like most aspects of the Internet, e-commerce is… Read More >
If You Can Iron, You Can Hem – Frugal Alterations
Whenever you buy a new outfit, do you have to shell out another $15 – $20 for hemming? Just because you can’t sew doesn’t mean you can’t hem. Stitch Witchery is your answer to frugal alterations because if… Read More >
Considering a Cell Phone for Your Tween? Read These Money Saving Tips!
New clothes, books, pens, pencils and paper are some of the back-to-school shopping standards. But, what about cell phones? Many parents are adding cell phones to the list of must-have school supplies. Whether for coordinating pick-ups, tracking after-school… Read More >