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Homeowners often think that they only have two choices when it comes to home décor—affordable or attractive. However, with a little creativity, you can achieve both. When it comes to window treatments, homeowners mistakenly think that they either have to splurge for fancy drapes and curtains, or stick with plain Jane styles that are more … Read more
For those who are on a tight budget or trying to save every extra dollar they can, a gift-giving occasion can almost be painful. Sure, you want to give your loved one a fantastic gift that they will enjoy, but you also don’t want to spend a fortune. Today’s tutorial can help! Have you been … Read more
That humble yellow box of baking soda works magic on more than just chocolate chip cookies! Baking soda is an odor-neutralizer, a gentle abrasive and an amazing natural non-toxic cleanser. So…the next time you’re at the grocery, grab a few boxes for less than $1 and get to work! Uses for Baking Soda 1. Freshen … Read more
To store or not to store…that is the question. Storage units make sense for short-term situations, but if you’re using your storage unit to stash unwanted stuff…I have a must-read story that will make any frugal girl cringe! Storage Unit Saga Note: Grab a tissue, it’s a sad, sad story. My sister-in-law, who shall remain … Read more
My parents are in their downsizing phase of life…ready to move from a 5000 square foot home to a 2000 square foot townhouse. Less house = less work = a simpler life. Of course, there’s more to downsizing than just buying a smaller house. Cutting square footage by more than half requires a serious paring … Read more
Saving money is essential at any age and there are so many things to save for – emergency funds, college funds, retirement funds. As much extra money as possible should be going into savings accounts, but it can often be difficult to find that extra money at the end of the month to save. Many … Read more
When the weekend rolls around, how do you spend your free time? Choose the one answer that describes how you spend the majority of your free time. A. reading B. watching TV C. shopping D. relaxing E. outdoor activities F. crafting G. cooking H. partying If you answered “shopping”, and you’re trying to cut your … Read more
One of my favorite frugal living tidbits of wisdom is, “use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without.” Wise words to live by, but this anti-shopping list created by Becky at BabyBudgeting.co.uk is your new frugal living checklist. Print it out, put it in your wallet and look at it before … Read more
Did you get a cake pop maker or donut maker last Christmas? How about a chocolate fountain a few years ago? Did you get a George Foreman grill for a wedding gift or maybe an ice cream maker? Where are they now? Sitting in a cabinet, taking up space and gathering dust? Kitchen gadgets are … Read more
Take a moment, grab a calculator and total up your Halloween spending…the costumes, the candy and don’t forget the decorations. So…how much did you spend on Halloween? According to a new survey by Retail Me Not, the average family spends $83 on Halloween. The Budget Diet girl is hoping you’re not average. If you are … Read more