Here's a fun winter gift idea for a neighbor or family friend: a Build-your-own Snowman Kit - Just add snow! This little snowman accessory set was quick and simple to make. Best of all, since I had everything but the buttons on hand, it only cost me … [Read more...]
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Gift Idea: Super Easy, Super Cute Monogrammed Tote
I got this adorable gift idea from the November issue of Woman's Day magazine. When I read the directions, I thought, "There is no way this can be this easy AND come out this cute." But I was wrong! From start to finish, one bag took me less than … [Read more...]
Kids Halloween Craft: No-Carve Pumpkins
If your kids are too young to get real joy out of gutting a pumpkin (or if you don’t want to do it yourself and can’t trust them with a knife…) here are some alternative ideas. Fingerpainted Pumpkins. Believe it or not, this actually worked really … [Read more...]
Sweet! M&Ms Pumpkin
Sweet! M&Ms Pumpkin Last week at my kids' Elementary School Open House, I had so much fun looking at the pumpkins that were decorated for the event. I snapped some photos of my favorite ones, and will be sharing them with you here. Most of … [Read more...]
Frugal Staycation and Daytrip Ideas
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...]