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...]
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Homemade Cascarones: Confetti Eggs for Easter
Have you ever heard of cascarones? This Mexican tradition involves crushing a confetti-filled egg over someone's head to celebrate. They are used for birthdays, weddings, and of course, Easter! This was a popular tradition where I grew up in … [Read more...]
Frugal Foreigner: Baby Wearing
If you're new to my Frugal Foreigner posts, read all about what we're doing in India here! You can read all previous posts in the series here. Look at these two photos and guess which of these Indians is more likely to be holding my … [Read more...]
Freezer Food Wednesday
I am taking the January Eating Out Challenge along with other members of MommySavers Discussion Forum. To help resist the temptation of just picking something up when I am too tired to cook, I've spent the day cooking foods that freeze beautifully. … [Read more...]
Frugal Ideas for Creative Homemade Gift Wrapping, Packaging and Tags
It's time to wrap your Christmas gifts! Looking for some frugal, but creative ways to wrap the gifts you bought this Christmas? Here are a few ideas beyond wrapping paper. I don't usually use gift bows because they can be expensive, and they are … [Read more...]
Kids Christmas Craft: Candy Cane and Wreath Ornaments
This Christmas craft is not only kid friendly, but super easy to make and cost under $3.00. Here's what you need for both ornaments: 1 bag of pipe cleaners (make sure it has white, red & green colors) - (I bought mine at Walmart for … [Read more...]