This S'mores in a Jar craft makes a great hostess or springtime gift for a teacher and is a fun way to use Marshmallow Easter Peeps. They're adorable, and very easy! 1. Take one sleeve of graham crackers and crush to make crumbs 2. Layer 1/2 - 2/3 … [Read more...]
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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...]
Homemade Christmas Decorations: This (Christmas) Tree is for the Birds!
When purchasing a real Christmas tree to display inside your home this year, consider asking the salespeople at the tree lot if they'll give you a second smaller tree at a bargain price. That's what we did this year for a tree for our deck, and we … [Read more...]
Frugal Holiday Tradition: Book Countdown
Frugal Holiday Tradition: Book Countdown Budget: $0 to $100 Time: 1 hour to wrap, 10 minutes each night to spend with your family Resources: holiday books, or your library, wrapping paper On Thanksgiving, or when you decorate for the … [Read more...]
$6 Aldi Meal: Salmon, Broccoli and Vermicelli
Six dollars goes a LONG way at Aldi. In fact, this entire meal came to just $5.67. Salmon in the freezer section was on sale for just $3.99 a bag. It came with four generous portions and was easy to prepare. I served it with broccoli (just $.99 … [Read more...]