Are you hosting a holiday gathering involving children? Holiday parties can be stressful enough on the host, and having bored kids can only add to that. One solution to that is to plan an activity, games, or crafts to keep the kids busy while the … [Read more...]
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Frugal Doll Clothes Idea: Shop Clearance Racks
Does it ever seem like the best deals on kids' clearance racks are in the itty-bitty newborn sizes? I found that to be true at the Old Navy Clearance Sale yesterday, and used the opportunity to buy ahead for our nephew on the way. Deals like that … [Read more...]
Inexpensive Ideas for Creating a Gourmet Gift Basket
Gourmet gift baskets are a fun option to give as Christmas or birthdays because they allow you to personalize the gift to fit the recipient's specific tastes and interests. They also allow you to customize the gift to your own budget, making it a … [Read more...]
Five Thrifty Things to Consider When Buying Holiday Clothes
On a recent shopping trip to Target, I stopped to admire the beautiful holiday dresses for little girls. Frilly and flouncy, these were sure to look adorable on any girl who put them on. Then I wondered to myself: Would these dresses ever be worn … [Read more...]
Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag
Homemade ice cream? In a bag? In five minutes? I didn't believe it either. Especially after I tried a different method of making quick homemade ice cream with kids and it didn't work. But this method does work. It was easy, fast, and fun for the … [Read more...]
Savvy Shopping Tip: Fight Takeout Temptation
For nights when you don't feel like cooking, it's great to have a few frozen dinners in your freezer that you can prepare in just minutes. They're almost always cheaper than eating out, and sometimes can be less than cooking from scratch - … [Read more...]