Frugal Staycation and Daytrip Ideas With any vacation, it’s not so much the state you’re in as it is the state of mind that you’re in that makes a difference. Even if you're short on cash this summer, you can create the feeling that you’ve gotten … [Read more...]
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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...]
DIY: Square Foot Garden
When I was growing up, my parents were avid gardeners. They grew tomatoes, rows of sweet corn, radishes, rhubarb, and all sorts of other things which would get frozen, canned or simply eaten up at the end of the growing season. Even today, Dad can … [Read more...]
Edible Easter Baskets
A BIG thank you to Mommysavers member skimommy for providing the instructions and photos for this adorable craft. It originally appeared in this discussion thread: Frugal Crafts, Gifts & Recipes for Easter on our discussion … [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...]