If you’re like me, your husband may need some fashion guidance. Or, he may need a little bit more than just guidance… he may need a personal shopper. In most cases, that personal shopper turns out to be YOU. We recently asked our Mommysavers Facebook Community where they shop for the best deals on men’s […]
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Frugal Fashion
Amazon Prime Perks: More than Free Shipping
When it was first introduced, Amazon Prime was known mainly for its famous FREE 2-Day Shipping. It’s been around since 2005, and in 2018 it has over 100 million subscribers. However, most members aren’t aware of all the perks and benefits included in their subscriptions, some of which can result in even more savings! Not […]
Amazon Fashion Friday: Clothing Deals
Lately, I’ve been getting a lot more of my clothes on Amazon. I’ll admit, quality can be hit-or-miss. But, you can find some great deals on women’s fashion if check out the reviews before purchasing. If it’s an item without a lot of reviews, know that you are rolling the dice. However, if you find […]
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Saving Money
New Wellness Icons in the Target Grocery Aisles
Attention, Target Shoppers: If you notice new wellness icons popping up in your grocery aisles, you might need some additional explanation. I saw them just yesterday, and while terms like “vegan,” “organic,” and “gluten-free” seem pretty straightforward, I wondered what, exactly, the more ambiguous labels of “nutritious” and “responsible” meant. Here’s your cheat sheet, according […]
Food
Christmas Oreo Cookie Bark
Just two ingredients, this no-bake Christmas treat is quick and easy! You can break the Oreos into smaller pieces for this, or throw some pretzels into the mix as well. The recipe is super-adaptable and customizable to your taste. You’ll Need: Almond bark Oreos Sprinkles or candy topping (if desired) How to Make Christmas Candy […]
Home Grocery Delivery from ALDI via the Instacart App
I love shopping at ALDI for my groceries because of their value. Through product and process streamlining, ALDI is able to offer quality products at prices significantly less than their competitors. So, a couple weeks ago I was excited to see that I was able to now get groceries delivered from ALDI via the Instacart app. I […]
Snickers Salad
This is an incredibly easy to dessert to make, and pleases everyone in the family. I’m not quite sure who first called it a “salad”, but with apples in it I suppose the name is somewhat valid. Set aside some Snickers bars from the Halloween candy stash, if you can bear to avoid eating them (Put […]
Rice Krispies “Pumpkin Pie” Dessert – Cute for Thanksgiving!
If your kids don’t pumpkin pie, here’s another fun variation they’re sure to love! It uses Rice Krispies and marshmallows to form an adorable faux-pumpkin pie. This looks so cute on any Thanksgiving table, but you can serve it anytime during the fall. Red and yellow food coloring creates the illusion of the pie filling, […]
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Parenting
Cheap Baby Stuff: Saving Money
As a parent, you want the best for your baby. The truth is you really don’t need much of what is marketed to you at all. But, for the things you really do need… here are some ways to save money and get it cheap! Saving Money on Baby Gear So much of the […]
The Brave Art of Motherhood
The Brave Art of Motherhood I rarely do book reviews as part of my work with Mommysavers, but that may need to change. I’m a voracious reader, and I often get asked about my favorite books. I can’t think of a better book to kick off a book review section than this one by a […]
Family Fun
Cool Thanksgiving Family Traditions to Start This Year
Sure, there’s turkey, pumpkin pie, and the eat-drink-and-be-merry routine, but does your family have any other cool Thanksgiving traditions? If not, why not start one this year? Here are some fun ideas! (View more ideas posted on our Mommysavers Facebook Page) Some communities sponsor 5K “Turkey Trot” runs for charity. If you’re an avid runner […]
Rice Krispies “Pumpkin Pie” Dessert – Cute for Thanksgiving!
If your kids don’t pumpkin pie, here’s another fun variation they’re sure to love! It uses Rice Krispies and marshmallows to form an adorable faux-pumpkin pie. This looks so cute on any Thanksgiving table, but you can serve it anytime during the fall. Red and yellow food coloring creates the illusion of the pie filling, […]
White Elephant Gift Ideas
What is a White Elephant Gift? Most of us are familiar with the basic idea behind a White Elephant Gift Exchange, but really not sure where it originated. The term “white elephant” basically means an item you keep around your home, whose value has tanked but you have a hard time getting rid of it. […]
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Travel
Cheap Airfare: How to Save Money on Tickets and Travel
Our family has done a lot of traveling over the years. And, being as frugal as we are — we’ve discovered more than a few ways to save money on airfare. If you have any to add, please drop them in the comments! How to Find Cheap Flights If you can be flexible with your […]
10 Frugal Camping Hacks (Cost: FREE-$5)
Camping is is pretty much the definition of a frugal family vacation. If you already have the gear, it’s way cheaper than a hotel and there are campsites everywhere from outside amusement parks or even by the beach. Here are some neat camping hacks that may come in handy during your next camping trip. What’s […]
18 Awesome Freebies at Disney Parks
Sure Disney vacations can be pretty pricey. However there are MANY ways to save money without taking away the quality of your vacation. In fact, Disney sometimes goes out of their way to make your vacation better with these FREEBIES: All Disney Park Guests FREE park maps. There are available in several languages and can […]
15 Clever Beach Tips and Tricks
Who doesn’t love to visit the beach in the summer? For many families who live in or near coastal states, it’s an annual tradition. For others, man-made beaches at lakes are just as good! Here are some amazing tried and true beach tips and tricks: 1. Have a toddler? Grab a mini plastic baby pool […]