Some people enjoy thinking about what to buy for gifts, going out to buy gifts, getting home and wrapping gifts, going out to deliver gifts or mail gifts . . .I am not that person.Don't get me wrong. I love it when I happen to see something in a shop or online and think, "That would be … [Read more...] about Living on the Cheap gift guide roundup 2023
Christmas
Where to get a free photo with Santa Claus and your pet
Of course, your dog has been a very good dog this year! Just listen to what he tells Santa Claus.And you can capture the moment with a FREE photo of your pet with Santa at participating Petco and PetSmart locations. (Of course, your pet doesn't have to be a dog or cat. If your pot-bellied pig, … [Read more...] about Where to get a free photo with Santa Claus and your pet
What to give Mom when you’re all grown up
This annual Mother's Day or Christmas or birthday conversation is so predictable it's aggravating: “Mom, what can I get you?” "Oh, I don't need anything!"She means it. Most mothers really don’t need anything. But handing her an overpriced store-bought card and saying “Thank you for being my … [Read more...] about What to give Mom when you’re all grown up
How to end the exchange of useless holiday junk
As the holiday gift-giving season approaches, we often are filled with a sense of dread: How will we ever find the perfect gift for everyone on our list, have the time to finish our shopping and come up with the money to pay for all the stuff we need to buy?Some Americans are saving money and … [Read more...] about How to end the exchange of useless holiday junk
Save money by daring to change holiday traditions
If you secretly wish that you could skip the whole holiday gift-giving chaos, you are not alone. Research from Bread Financial showed that money spent on gifts is a major source of holiday stress for couples. We can feel their pain. In fact, 60% of Americans are carrying some credit card debt, and … [Read more...] about Save money by daring to change holiday traditions
Why you should be glad to see Christmas trees in stores already
It’s October, so naturally the department stores are telling me I should be shopping for Christmas tree ornaments, winter coats, and stocking stuffers. Don’t tell them that I haven’t even bought my kids’ Halloween costumes yet, and I just picked up my first bag of candy corn (even though I first … [Read more...] about Why you should be glad to see Christmas trees in stores already
Hallmark’s Holiday Stock-Up Sale offers BOGO savings on greeting cards, gift wrap and ornaments
Smart shoppers know it's never too early to start planning for the holidays, especially when it means saving money.And, with Hallmark's annual Holiday Stock-Up Sale, bargain hunters will be jolly with big savings on many holiday necessities, including greeting cards, gift wrap and ornaments. The … [Read more...] about Hallmark’s Holiday Stock-Up Sale offers BOGO savings on greeting cards, gift wrap and ornaments
Stocking stuffers for grownups
Just as you’re never too old to rock 'n' roll, you’re never too old for a stocking from Santa. Chances are your stocking was the first thing you saw when you came into the living room on Christmas morning when you were a child, and now it can bring back warm holiday memories.While receiving … [Read more...] about Stocking stuffers for grownups
Last-minute 2022 holiday deals for shoppers in helping professions
If you're a teacher, medical professional, first responder or military servicemember, you've probably been too busy helping others to get a lot of your own holiday shopping done. So SheerID, a marketing company that creates personalized offers for these professions and more, has some special … [Read more...] about Last-minute 2022 holiday deals for shoppers in helping professions
Make your own easy holiday wreath
As a traditional part of decorating for the holidays, we adorn our walls and doors with pine wreaths and garlands. The stores are full of wreaths with sensors that start music for passersby, simple plastic-pine wreaths embellished with bells and bows, and natural pine garland wreaths that fill the … [Read more...] about Make your own easy holiday wreath
Hate the mall? 5 places to shop for unique gifts
The holiday shopping season is well upon us, but if visiting a shopping center or mall at this time of the year gives you heart palpitations, not to worry.No matter where you live, there are bound to be some cultural institutions with great gift shops. There, you’re likely to find one-of-a-kind … [Read more...] about Hate the mall? 5 places to shop for unique gifts
Avoid holiday scams and frauds
Holidays are a busy time for all of us, including the scammers and fraudsters working overtime right now to cheat you out of your money, even your identity. Here are types of holiday scams to watch out for. Email scams We couldn’t deliver your package: Spam emails from senders with … [Read more...] about Avoid holiday scams and frauds
Make your own easy holiday gift bags
This holiday season save money and go green when you make your own gift bags out of newspaper. Better yet, while school is out, keep your children busy with this simple craft .To make your own small gift bag (5 inches tall), you'll need a few items that are probably already around the house. … [Read more...] about Make your own easy holiday gift bags
How to create and organize the perfect gift closet
Doesn’t it always seem to happen that you find the perfect gift for someone in July, but their birthday isn’t until November? You decide not to buy that perfect gift, then come November, you have no clue what to get that person. If you had a gift closet, you could go ahead and purchase that item in … [Read more...] about How to create and organize the perfect gift closet
Holiday travel tips for you and your dog
Holiday travel is mostly about visiting family, but when dogs are involved, both visitor and host will benefit by laying some ground rules. Boarding your pet or paying a sitter is expensive, but saving money could come at the cost of a human relationship. You wouldn’t want your holiday to be ruined … [Read more...] about Holiday travel tips for you and your dog