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...]
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Kids Craft: Scene Drawings
Here's a simple craft idea to keep your kids occupied and their imaginations busy - scene drawings! With a little help from me, my three year old enjoys drawing her own animals and other pictures and incorporating them into the scenes I created for … [Read more...]
Be a Proactive Shopper and Save
When it comes to saving on everything from groceries to home decor, it helps to be a proactive shopper. That means knowing what you need before you need it and buying when prices are rock bottom, rather than when you run out of something and have to … [Read more...]
Indoor Fun for Kids: Winter Penguin Craft and Song
Looking for something fun to do with your kids when you're stuck inside this winter? This cute little penguin craft is easy and fun to make, and goes along with the cold winter season. Use construction paper (on hand, or grab a pack from the dollar … [Read more...]
Forget the Joneses Holiday Boot Camp: Week One, Day Two
Did all the frugal recruits make it through Day One? I posted today's Forget the Joneses Holiday Boot Camp Day Two assignment here: Setting a Holiday Budget. We also have a check-in thread here in our discussion forums when you've got the second … [Read more...]
Paid Survey Sites
If you're a stay at home mom, paid survey sites may be a way for you to earn a little extra to pad the family budget. However, not all of them were created equally. Below we've listed some of the more common survey sites along with reader feedback … [Read more...]