How do you limit souvenir spending on family vacations? It's a question we posed to our readers and responses included everything from pins to t-shirts to Christmas ornaments. At our house, the souvenir of choice is a magnet. We have been … [Read more...]
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Frugal Fun: Water Balloon Games for Kids
Water Balloon Stomp: Tie a filled water balloon around child's ankle. The object of the game is to stomp on and break others balloons but to keep your balloon intact. Water Balloon Yo-Yo: Cut a rubber band in half. Tie a loop securely on one end of … [Read more...]
Saving Big Bucks at Aldi: Supermarket Strategies
I recently made my first trip to the brand new ALDI Grocery Store in my town. I had big expectations – moms have been raving about ALDI on Mommysavers for years. My first impression didn’t generate fireworks – in fact, I was a little disappointed. … [Read more...]
Kids and Money: The Kool-Aid Stand
Kids and Money: The Kool-Aid Stand One of the most common ways to teach your kids about making money is the old-fashioned Lemonade or Kool-Aid stand. It goes way beyond making a little spending money; it's a great lesson in … [Read more...]
Gourmet Cheese at Aldi
I really like Aldi (if you're a seasoned Mommysavers Member you know that by now). As a frugal mom, it makes my life a lot easier by simplifying and streamlining my grocery shopping routine. I can get in and get out quickly without spending much … [Read more...]
Kids and Money: Spend, Save, Share
Kids and Money: Spend, Save, Share For kids old enough for an allowance, dividing their money three ways is a method that enforces the value of saving and sharing, as well as the fun of spending. We've been using this method for many years, … [Read more...]