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Save Your Money – Low-Cost, No-Craft Gifts You Can Make in an Hour If you’ve got someone on your list who has everything, or you are one of those people whose bank account has barely nothing, then read on! I’ve got three gift ideas for you that you can easily pull together in the next … Read more
Top Five Easy Thanksgiving Crafts Thanksgiving is a time to gather with close family and friends, reflecting on all that we are thankful for. Add fun and warmth to your Thanksgiving holiday with these crafts that are both inexpensive and easy to make. A Warming Centerpiece A Pumpkin Candle Holder adds ambience to the center … Read more
What’s the question on everyone’s mind this holiday season? How do I party like Santa and save like Scrooge? Well, here are 10 ways to help you do just that. The money you save will be like a present to yourself. Money Saving Holiday Party Tips Create your own “happy hour”: Skip the pricey meals … Read more
We don’t realize how expensive a baby will be until they are actually here. Between the cost of diapers, formula, their whole nursery set, and all the odds and ends, we spend a pretty penny. Although, they are of course worth every one! If you’re expecting a baby in the near future, there are several … Read more
Traveling all over the world is exciting and fun and can definitely be done on any budget. You could be jet-setting with family and friends in no time if you book wisely. Travel at off-peak times, outside school vacation times, and head to countries with great currency conversion rates to really maximise your budget. Choose … Read more
What? You’re cutting wedding favors from your wedding because you think your budget can’t handle it? You must have been reading some of the articles that include wedding favors in their list of non-essential wedding items. Ironically, wedding favors can be one of the least expensive items on your list. Let me show you three … Read more
It’s’ time to begin drawing names for Christmas gifts! Our family began drawing names for Christmas about 10 years ago when our Christmas lists were getting way too long! 3 brothers, 1 sister, 3 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, 6 nieces and nephews…not to mention parents, in-laws, our immediate family, teachers & more! Over the years, we’ve … Read more
While it might seem silly to start planning how to handle Christmas shopping months in advance, it’s often a far better idea than waiting until the last moment. With the economy somewhat shaky, jobs unavailable, and unemployment soaring, the holidays are an easy time to find yourself broke and feeling a bit sad. Having a … Read more
Did you know that many Senior Citizen discounts start as early as age 50? We’re flattered to still get carded in our 40’s, and then suddenly we’re offered senior discounts at age 50! Don’t be ashamed, take the discount and enjoy the savings! At a recent visit to Taco Bell my husband, age 47, was … Read more
I just bought a $50 AMC Theatre gift card for $43 and a $50 Home Depot Gift Card for $46.50. I was bragging about my bargain when a friend said, “how do you do that?” How to Buy Discounted Gift Cards Here’s a simple tutorial to introduce you to the world of discounted gift cards! … Read more