Back to School Clothes on a Budget It’s almost here again: Time for the kids to head back to school. But before they set foot on that school bus, you’ll most likely be heading to the local mall to outfit them for that first day. For moms on a … [Read more...]
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15 Ways to Save Money by Menu Planning
Many people over-complicate menu planning. All you have to do is plan your meals ahead of time. Scribble down what you're going to cook next and it will save you money! You can save money when planning a menu by: Taking advantage of savings … [Read more...]
Frugal Foreigner Cost Comparison: The Cost of Being White
Here are three sets of girl’s Indian bangles (bracelets). The first set was bought by me in Commericial Street, a touristy shopping area in downtown Bangalore. I forgot to bargain and paid the asking price (50 rupees) for them. The second set was … [Read more...]
Aldi: Great Deals on Fruit and Produce
Our forum members have been raving about the great deals on fruit and produce at Aldi grocery stores lately (join the forum discussion HERE to read more about what great deals our forum members have found). I picked up a Dole pineapple for $2.59 … [Read more...]
Tackle It Tuesday: Create a Menu Plan
Each week in February, we're taking on a commonly avoided task with a Tackle It Tuesday assignment and encouraging our members to participate along with us. Today, we're taking on menu planning. Creating a menu plan is a simple way to help save … [Read more...]
Ways to Save on Shipping Costs When Mailing Gifts
Save Money on Shipping Christmas Gifts Christmas is expensive enough; so don't let the cost of mailing gifts break your holiday budget! Here are some tips for saving on shipping costs when mailing gifts to friends and family. When selecting … [Read more...]