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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and I still haven’t bought a gift. Yikes! Are you in the same boat? Then you’ll love these last minute DIY Mother’s Day gifts. These DIY projects use items that you probably have lying around the house to make unique and fun Mother’s Day gifts. Easy & Frugal DIY Mother’s Day Gifts 1. DIY Photo Magnets What Mom
Easter is second only to Halloween in terms of candy sales. After indulging in chocolate bunnies, jelly beans and marshmallow Peeps, it’s time to counteract all that sugar with some healthy snacking. 8 Easter Snacks That Aren’t Candy. 1. Carrot patches. How cute are these little terra cotta cups with sprouting carrots (above)? What you need: baby carrots, hummus, parsley, small cups and terra cotta
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 buffet. Party City has everything you need for a colorful – and by that, I mean green – candy buffet including green chocolate coins, green Sixlets, green twisty
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 budget-friendly Mardi Gras party. Hit your local dollar store. At my local Dollar Tree (pictured), I found assorted Mardi Gras masks, beads, crowns, feather boas, colorful hairspray and other items for only a dollar apiece –
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 a few of our favorite tips. 10 Ways to Throw a Frugal New Year’s Eve Party 1. Reuse Christmas Ornaments One easy way to save on decorations
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 Christmas cookie or two and drink in these delicious cocktail recipes that you and your guests will love. Holiday Cocktails: Beyond Eggnog 1. Melted Snowman Martini (above). This Cocktail, from A Cozy
Sometimes I remember back fondly to the holidays when my girls were only five or six years old. Oh how easy it was to shop for them! I could go just about anywhere and find gifts they would LOVE and I could find them on SALE. A little stuffed animal, a book about unicorns and a toy tea set would make their Christmas perfect! It
We’re getting no relief from the heat this summer and I always think of scorching temperatures as an excuse to indulge in s’mores. So I’ve rounded up 6 unusual s’mores recipes to help us all appreciate the dog days of summer. Dark Chocolate Fresh Berry S’mores Sometime the simplest ideas are the tastiest. These Dark Chocolate Fresh Berry S’mores from Joy Food Sunshine take advantage of summer
It’s summer, which means it’s road tripping time! And that can be both good and bad. My family takes an eight hour road trip two to three times per year, so we’re no strangers to the road trip war cry: “Are we there yet?” Over the years we’ve figured out what works and what doesn’t when it comes to keeping everyone happy on the road.
My Dad is one of those people that is really hard to buy for. On holidays my siblings and I always struggle to decide what will be the best gift. Often, we decide that sentimental gifts are better. I’ve been searching for gift ideas that will surprise him and here are a few that I love. These ideas are also a great way to get
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking of ways your kids can express their love for their grandmothers… or maybe even you! We’ve found some easy, frugal DIY ideas for handmade items that are fun to make and won’t cost you a small fortune at the craft store. 6 DIY Mother’s Day Cards and Gifts 1. Pinecone flower bouquets. This kids’ craft
Decorating and dyeing Easter eggs is a wonderful frugal activity. For about $4-$7 you can buy dye, a dozen or more eggs that you are going to eat anyway, and create family memories. http://www.niconail.info
Looking for some yummy treats to make this Valentine’s Day? These recipes are easy to put together and won’t break the bank. They’re also perfect last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts. Whether you’re looking for something sweet or savory this list is sure to have the perfect fit. 10 Simple Valentine’s Day Recipes! Conversation Heart Brownies – Have a chocolate lover in your life? Then this easy
It’s late afternoon on December 29th and my current situation is pretty enviable, I admit it. I’m sitting on my couch in front of our still-lit Christmas tree. (I refuse to take it down until January 2nd, at the earliest. I’m leaning toward January 6th this year) Sunlight filters through the windows and a seasonal blend of essential oils is wafting from my diffuser. A
Are you scrambling for some last-minute gifts? These holiday gifts in a jar can be made quickly and inexpensively while leaving your family and friends with a personal gift they’ll love. From infused liquors to sewing kits, this list has a gift to please everyone! 10 Holiday Gifts in a Jar
