With back to school just around the corner, restocking your kids wardrobe is surely on your to-do list. While some of our kids haven’t grown much, they still all want something fresh and new to wear the first few days back to school. Here are my thoughts on How To Get Back To School ClothesRead More
How to Save Money on College Text Books
After tuition and living expenses, one of the biggest expenses is your text books for class. If you are a full-time student, this can be quite a lot of money to come up with at once. You may be a little sticker shocked as well. Over a hundred dollars for a book you will onlyRead More
Natural Homemade Insect Repellent
Even on the best of summer days the bugs are sometimes unbearable but I despise putting chemical insect repellents on the kids and myself. I have experimented with a couple different combinations using essential oils and even plants plucked from the garden. So far the formula below seems to be the most effective, and has the bestRead More
Tips for Saving Money on Organic Foods
Many people stay away from organic foods because they think they are more expensive. While it is true that some organic foods are, it is not the case across the board and there are many ways to get organic and locally grown food for less. Here are some tips for saving money on the organicRead More
10 Tips for Throwing the Perfect Picnic for Pennies
Katie is sharing her tips for throwing the perfect picnic: It is one of the most fun and frugal activities you can do all summer…enjoy a lovely picnic with someone you love! Picnics are a wonderful way to get outdoors, take in some fresh air, and enjoy a meal together without having to visit aRead More
Frugal Summer Date Ideas
If I’m being honest, summer isn’t always my favorite time of year. The temperatures can easily reaching 100 degrees and sometimes even much higher. Getting outdoors and enjoying a date night with my husband isn’t always the best option. We’ve learned that we have to get creative with our frugal summer date ideas. Trying toRead More
How to Save Money When Grilling
When I think about summer the first thing that comes to mind is grilling! My favorite thing about summer is enjoying some time outdoors with good friends, a tasty drink and amazing food fresh off the grill. With that said grilling can get expensive when you factor in meat, side dishes, charcoal, propane and otherRead More
Tips for Getting the Most from Mobile Coupons
The new way of couponing is all online. Sure, paper coupons still are useful and are not on their way out, but to maximize your savings, it’s important to not discount the mobile deals and coupons that are out there. Here are some ways to make them work for you. Tips for Getting the Most fromRead More
7 Frugal Ways to Enjoy the 4th of July
With the 4th of July quickly approaching, you may be wondering how you can best spend this festive weekend. Take a look below at 7 frugal ways to enjoy Independence Day without blowing your budget. The good news is, there are so many options, many of which are free or close to. Take a lookRead More
5 Ways to Save on a Beach Vacation
Summer is just around the corner and that means many families are in the process of planning for their fun beach vacations. Going to the beach with the family can be a ton of fun but it can also be very expensive. Here are 5 Ways To Save Money On A Beach Vacation that areRead More
10 Ways To Live Frugally This Summer
Summer is one of the hardest seasons for many people financially. There are so many fun things to get out and do as well as BBQ’s, kids at home for all three meals of the day and vacations to take. This is the perfect time to live frugally! Living frugally in the summer is soRead More
How to Save Money With Minimalism
Last week I explained a little about what the difference between minimalism is and frugal living. While the two are different, minimalism can still save you quite a bit of money because at it’s very core, you will buy less. Even if you don’t want to take on a fully minimalist lifestyle, some minimalist habitsRead More
DIY Desk – Upcycled Bar Stools
Desks can be so very expensive and finding easy DIY desk ideas is as easy as you’d think. My son hasn’t reached the age where he has a ton of homework yet but he loves to draw, write, and do crafts so he really needs a place of his own for working. I put togetherRead More
Unexpected Ways to Save For Summer Fun
Summer is quickly coming upon us and that means vacations and summer get-aways are just around the corner. While you may have your basic vacation expenses planned out and budgeted for, there may be a stretch in your budget to save for spending money during the vacation. Here are some unexpected ways you canRead More
6 Ways to Save Money on a Summer Wedding
Weddings can be as affordable or as expensive as you allow them to get. If you want to go all out, have fun spending money! If you need to plan a summer wedding on a budget, however, there are ways you can cut costs and still have a nice day for a fraction ofRead More
Natural and Homemade Mosquito Repellents
Barbecue season always coincides with mosquito season in our area. The good news is that in a pinch you can use some natural items to repel mosquitos. Natural & Homemade Mosquito Repellents Did you know that there are many natural mosquito repellents in your garden and pantry? Plants that Repel Mosquitos Lavender Lemon Balm Catnip MarigoldsRead More
How to Take a Day Trip on a Budget
If you don’t have the budget to take a long vacation but still want to get away for a few days this summer, why not take day trips? Day trips are a great way to get out and do something fun away from home without blowing your bank account. Here are some tips for savingRead More
How to Save Money on Your Summer Wardrobe
With each season comes a new expense, especially if you have children. The idea of having to spend more money on a whole new summer wardrobe can be over-whelming, especially if you are trying to stick with a budget. Here are some tips for saving money on summer wardrobes. How to Save Money on aRead More
Tips for Making Your Clothing Last Longer
One of the largest expenses for living for most people besides a roof over your head and food on your table is clothing. If you have kids, this can be even more of an expense. You can make your clothing last longer by taking care of it properly. Here are some tips for doing justRead More
What is the Difference Between Minimalist and Frugal Living?
This may be a strange question to pose, but, what is the difference between minimalist living and just “plain old Frugal living”? The two are very easily connected as living frugally often means living simply and minimalism often means doing things in a less expensive way. Let’s explore the difference between the two so you can decide ifRead More
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