Family Recipe Organizer Gift Idea One of my favorite homemade gift ideas is the homemade family recipe organizer/binder. I've given several of these books to family members over the years. It's inexpensive and easy to make, yet very personal at … [Read more...]
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Beecher’s Mac and Cheese Copycat Recipe (Featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things)
Beecher's World's Best Mac and Cheese My eleven-year-old daughter recently watched the latest episode of Oprah - you know, the one where she lists her favorite things. Never mind the cool electronics and gadgets that Oprah gave away, my daughter … [Read more...]
Family Gift Idea: Build-a-Snowman Kit
Here's a fun winter gift idea for a neighbor or family friend: a Build-your-own Snowman Kit - Just add snow! This little snowman accessory set was quick and simple to make. Best of all, since I had everything but the buttons on hand, it only cost me … [Read more...]
Gift Idea: Homemade Felt Food Toys
Are you looking for a frugal, but fun toy to give your child for Christmas? Felt play food is easy to make and very inexpensive. And you do not need to know how to sew. Here are some ideas, tips, pictures, and instructions if you want to make your … [Read more...]
Frugal Doll Clothes Idea: Shop Clearance Racks
Does it ever seem like the best deals on kids' clearance racks are in the itty-bitty newborn sizes? I found that to be true at the Old Navy Clearance Sale yesterday, and used the opportunity to buy ahead for our nephew on the way. Deals like that … [Read more...]
Caramel Puffcorn: A Super Easy, Super Frugal Holiday Treat
I was first introduced to the concept of Caramel Puffcorn about ten years ago while on a play date with my then-toddler daughter. She took one bite, and it was over: she had a new favorite treat. Over the years, it's become one of our standard … [Read more...]