6 Festive Christmas Cocktails To Put You in the Holiday Spirit
Maybe you’re planning a Christmas or New Year’s Eve party. Or maybe you’re just looking to serve some holiday drinks for the adults after the merriment of Christmas day has wound down. So grab a...
View Article10 Tips for a Fabulously Frugal New Year’s Eve Party!
Are you looking to celebrate the New Year without breaking the bank? If you’re okay with staying in there are TONS of ways you can save money when hosting your own frugal New Year’s Eve party. Here are...
View Article5 Financial New Year’s Resolutions That Will Impact the Rest of Your Life
The new year has begun and that means it’s resolution time. Gyms fill up, cigarette sales go down, and promises to keep in touch slip from your lips. While fitting into your favorite pants or finally...
View ArticleHow I Lowered My Cholesterol 50 Points in 3 Months – Naturally!
A few months ago, after a regular check-up, my doctor called to tell me that I had high cholesterol, something that I know runs in my family. He immediately wanted to put me on meds, but I was...
View ArticleSmall Steps to Help You Keep Your Big Financial Resolutions
If you’ve resolved to master your finances in 2017, there are ways to make that process easier. Setting small, specific goals throughout the year is the most effective way to keep larger resolutions,...
View Article7 Easy and Frugal Ways to Be Kind to Yourself
There is a lot of friction in the world right now, along with a lot of stress and worry. That’s why it’s important to learn to be kind to yourself in what may feel like an unkind world. Here’s how...
View ArticleAre Thrift Shops Becoming a Rip Off?
This December, I popped into the Goodwill where I noticed a rack of ugly Christmas sweaters for sale. For $25! I thought this was outrageous for a thrift store. Who would pay $25 for a used sweater?...
View Article14 Sweet and Healthy Valentine’s Day Treats for Kids
This February 14th, show your family members you love them by serving healthy festive treats. The kids will be getting enough sugar and Red Dye #2 at their school parties – why not offer a better...
View Article6 DIY Valentine’s Day Ideas That Everybody Will Love
There are many ways to express your love this Valentine’s Day – in a fun and frugal way. With a little do-it-yourself-creativity, you can make it a special day for those you love. 6 Ways to Show Your...
View ArticleMy Funny Valentine: 6 Gifts for Those With a Sense of Humor
If you think flowers and candy are just too generic and predictable for Valentine’s Day, we found some fun ways to show your loved one you care. 6 Funny Valentine’s Day Ideas 1. Cute and quirky...
View ArticleHow Sweet! Valentine’s Day Crafting With Conversation Hearts
Candy conversation hearts are cute, fun, colorful… and everywhere this time of year. These sweet craft ideas and recipes won’t cost you much, but are sure to be conversation starters. 6 Clever Ways to...
View ArticleTips for Throwing a Dazzling Mardi Gras Party on a Budget
Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is a time of great celebration where people throw parades and parties. Want to celebrate in style without breaking the bank? We’ve got you covered. Tips for a...
View ArticleLuLaRoe Lookalikes: Sweet & Cozy Styles That Won’t Break the Bank!
When I heard about the brand LuLaRoe, I was instantly intrigued. I love that it is mom-friendly, with lots of feminine prints and cuts, and best of all an emphasis on comfort! (Can I get an AMEN?) I’ve...
View ArticleThrow a St. Patrick’s Day Party Without Spending a Lot of Green
You don’t have to drop a lot of gold to throw a great St. Patrick’s Day party. Forget the Luck o’ the Irish – we’ve got great frugal tips for throwing a shamrockin’ party. St. Patrick’s Day candy...
View ArticleSpring is Coming: Here are 5 Ways to Save Money on Lawn Care
Landscaping and lawn maintenance can take quite a bit of time and investment. As a homeowner, you may feel a little lost when it comes to taking care of your garden and lawn, and you probably have...
View ArticleWhy Letting Go (of Stuff) is So Hard: How to Get Rid of Sentimental Items
In the Japanese art of decluttering, it all seems so easy just to throw everything in a big donate bag and be done with it. But in reality, getting rid of items you no longer need can be hard for...
View ArticleDIY Easter Egg Decorating Ideas – Frugal, Fun or Fail?
Instead of using the usual Paas Egg Dye kit this year, I thought it might be fun to try some creative and inexpensive Pinterest egg dyeing recipes. I got the kids involved and we tried 5 different...
View Article10 Ways That Spring Cleaning Can Save You Money
If I told you spring cleaning is beneficial to your wallet, would that motivate you to pull out a broom? Admittedly, spring cleaning is tedious, and I can certainly think of more fun things to do, but...
View ArticleDIY LUSH Inspired Bath Bombs are the Bomb!
Photo credit: tiffanytales.com Whenever we pass by LUSH in the mall, my 11 year-old daughter and her friends are instantly pulled in as if by a strong magnet. The chain’s bath bombs seem to be the...
View ArticleHow to Make Your Own Marshmallow Peeps and Bunnies for Easter!
Marshmallow Peeps and Bunnies are best-sellers this time of year, but as cute and iconic as they are, they’re also gritty and tasteless. The good news is that if you make your own, they are amazing....
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