July is National Ice Cream month. Now that's an occasion I can give my full support! That means that supermarkets everywhere have lots of it in ample supply - and are putting it on sale. Then, see if you can combine those bargains with printable … [Read more...]
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Frugal Fun for Kids: Fan Mail
What costs the price of a first-class stamp, requires creative writing, and gets school-aged kids excited to do more? Writing fan mail! My nine-year-old daughter recently decided to give it a try after one of her classmates brought some replies … [Read more...]
Fun with Kool-Aid
Kool-Aid Scratch and Sniff Paint Combine 1 T unsweetened Kool-Aid mix with 1 T warm water. Repeat with different Kool-Aid mixes for different colors. Paint and let dry overnight. The next day scratch and sniff. Kool-Aid Playdough 1 cup white … [Read more...]
Easter Egg Piñata
You can make an Easter Egg Piñata for under $5 using a large balloon, candy, tissue paper and some things you probably already have around the house. Kids love to work on this project, and if they're at home on Spring Break it's a great way to … [Read more...]
Dollar Store Idea: Marshmallow Peeps Easter Tree
In search of a fun, easy craft idea the kids will love? Try a Marshmallow Peeps tree for Easter! We found all the supplies for this one at our local dollar store (or right in our own backyard). The vase, decorative glass "gems" and array of … [Read more...]
Photo Crafts: Homemade Valentine Card Idea
Make a Homemade Photo Valentine Card When it comes to Valentine's Day Cards, It doesn't get much less expensive than a 4x6 print. Almost every place you'd pick up prints, Walgreens, Walmart, Target - occasionally offer coupon codes to use in … [Read more...]