BBQ Baked Beans
Need the perfect dish for your summertime cookout? BBQ Baked Beans are always a hit!
Movie Lover? How To Go To The Theatre For Less
When’s the last time you went to the movie theatre? Sticker shock? Matinee movies in West Palm Beach are $8…yes, that’s for the matinee! Don’t even ask me how much they are in the evening because I’ve never been. So, how does a frugal gal justify going to the theatre? Imagine bringing the entire family … Read more
The Garage Sale Queen Strikes Again!
Not to brag, but I’m showing off 6 fabulous items I bought at a garage sale recently. Grand total: $18! Appetizer Plates, new with tags from Anthropologie for a total of $5. I came home and looked them up online…brace yourself, they sell for $8 each! Turtle Tortilla Warmer – cute, really cute for only … Read more
7 Items You Should Buy Used To Get The Most For Your Money
In this economy, buying used can get you almost all of the functionality of a new item without the price tag. While we tend to like buying items brand new from the store, some items are worth buying used. Items You Should Buy Used Furniture Furniture is usually built to last, so … Read more
How to Grow Herbs and Vegetables in Containers
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Nature’s Care for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Dreaming of a summer garden? Savoring delcious meals with fresh from the garden ingredients? No yard? No problem. Learn how to grow herbs and vegetables in containers by following these 6 easy steps: Choose … Read more
5 More-Affordable Luxury Vehicles
If you would like to own a luxury vehicle but brands like Mercedes and BMW are a bit out of your price range…consider these five more-affordable luxury vehicles. 1. Hyundai Genesis When you are looking for a luxury vehicle that won’t break your budget, check out the Hyundai Genesis. The Genesis offers a very classy … Read more
Home On A Budget: Easy Ways to Save for Your Dream Home
For many people, owning a home is one of their greatest dreams. However, it can seem out of reach when you have limited finances. Whether you want to purchase a home next year or further in the future, making wise financial decisions will make the process easier. Ways to Save for Your Dream Home … Read more
Go Forth and Be Frugal!
The definition of frugal according to Dictionary.com… fru·gal 1. economical in use or expenditure; prudently saving or sparing; not wasteful. Synonyms: thrifty, chary, provident, careful, prudent, penny-wise, scrimping; miserly, Scotch, penny-pinching. Antonyms: wasteful, extravagant, spendthrift, prodigal, profligate. 2. entailing little expense; requiring few resources; meager; scanty: a frugal meal. Synonyms: scant, slim, sparing, skimpy. Antonyms: … Read more
Wall Art – Free, Cheap and Affordable Ideas
New house? Blank walls? Fill ’em up without spending big bucks! Don’t let your tight budget leave you with naked walls. Add some pizzazz and personality with these 6 ideas for wall art that will cost you next to nothing! Ideas for Affordable Wall Art Free Vintage Posters – That’s right, FREE! Visit FreeVintagePosters.com, download … Read more
Tips to Simplify Your Family Dinner
When’s the last time you sat down at home for a family dinner? Last night? Good job…you get the June Clever award! Last week? Hmmm…there’s room to improvement. Thanks to our over-scheduled lives, the family dinner has taken a back seat. Drive-thru dinners have become the norm as parents shuffle kids from tee-ball practice to … Read more