Now is the perfect time to reuse pool noodles and other end of the year clearance items! Here are a few great ways that you can get more bang for your buck on items that are already cheap! The bargainista part of me just loves all those end-of-season sales. I get bargain-priced holiday … [Read more...] about 16 life hacks using pool noodles and other summer clearance items
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Giant backyard games you can build yourself
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Giant backyard games are a great time to spend time with family and friends! You can't go wrong with any of these amazing options! Game time is fun, but for bigger fun, you need bigger games. You may have seen those giant outdoor games made from ordinary board games. These are perfect … [Read more...] about Giant backyard games you can build yourself
Make felted wool dryer balls, a cheapskate’s fabric softener
Here's a project that will help you save on electricity from your dryer and eliminate the need for fabric softener, which has harmful chemicals and perfumes. Fabric softener can be expensive, isn’t recommended for certain articles (towels, cloth diapers) because it reduces absorbency, and it can … [Read more...] about Make felted wool dryer balls, a cheapskate’s fabric softener
Keep the kids cool with DIY ice pops
It's summer, it's hot and you want the kids to get outdoors and be active. When all that running around builds up a thirst, ice pops are a great way to cool off and keep hydrated. With some popsicle brands costing nearly $5 for a box of six, store-bought treats can be a pricey option. Luckily, … [Read more...] about Keep the kids cool with DIY ice pops
Memorial Day Weekend freebies and deals 2024
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Memorial Day is a day for parades and remembrance, picnics and barbecues — and lots of deals!Many restaurants and retailers are offering discounts and freebies over the Memorial Day weekend. Some of the deals are only for military personnel or veterans, while others are available to all. Some of … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Weekend freebies and deals 2024
Build a salad table to grow your greens
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Do you love vegetables and salad, but can't plant a regular garden? A salad table might be the ideal solution for you. What is a salad table? A salad table is a portable, waist-high table just deep enough to grow salad greens, herbs and other shallow-rooted plants and vegetables. The … [Read more...] about Build a salad table to grow your greens
How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
Many people want to start a vegetable garden to save money. It's no wonder, since buying produce at the market can cost eight times more than growing your own.To help you in your quest to grow vegetables, we've compiled the following list of vegetable garden tips and ideas to help you keep the … [Read more...] about How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
10 easy Mother’s Day crafts for kids
Flowers and jewelry are nice, but for most moms, nothing beats a gift made by her kids. Round up the kids and have them create one of these 10 sweet, easy, cheap Mother’s Day crafts for their mom, grandmother or whomever they want to show love to on this special day.1. Painted flowerpot This … [Read more...] about 10 easy Mother’s Day crafts for kids
Cheap, easy carpet cleaning solutions
If you have an active household, the celebrations, the pitter-patter of little feet and an animal or two can really take a toll on your clean carpets. Different types of cleaning solutions are needed to tackle different kinds of stains, from spilled wine and food to muddy shoes and dirty paws. But … [Read more...] about Cheap, easy carpet cleaning solutions
Money-saving ways to celebrate Earth Day every day
Earth Day was born in 1970 to help Americans to understand that taking care of the environment was not just a fad invented by hippie culture.In 2009, the United Nations designated April 22 as International Mother Earth Day, and it is now celebrated by nearly 200 countries. Whether you set aside … [Read more...] about Money-saving ways to celebrate Earth Day every day
10 uses for shredded paper to save you money
With Tax Day right around the corner, you’re probably sifting through a lot of financial paperwork — or will soon. As you make room for the current tax year’s paperwork, you’re probably shredding a lot of papers from years past that are no longer relevant.And, of course, you’ll be putting any … [Read more...] about 10 uses for shredded paper to save you money
How to organize your life with pegboard
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I recently decided to organize my garage using pegboard. Before I began, I looked at pegboard organization ideas and wow, was I surprised at how much can be done with some simple, inexpensive pegboard.No matter what room you want to get into shape, pegboard can help, and it’s cheap. We’ve found … [Read more...] about How to organize your life with pegboard
Michaels offers free Sunday craft event for family fun on a budget
Kids love being creative and crafty! They're always excited about a table full of art and craft supplies. However, parents often need to get creative with stretching the family fun budget. And that's why going to Michaels is the perfect destination for a Sunday afternoon of FREE family … [Read more...] about Michaels offers free Sunday craft event for family fun on a budget
Upcycled home decor: How to decorate with things you already have
If you’re trying to redecorate your bedroom, study or other living space, don't buy anything new until you've assessed what you already own. With a little bit of imagination and some effort, you can repurpose things you already have to create new upcycled home décor for a fraction of the price. … [Read more...] about Upcycled home decor: How to decorate with things you already have
Make your own 100-calorie snack packs to save cash — and your diet
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As a registered dietitian, I believe a 100- to 200-calorie snack between meals is great way to achieve and maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. Clearly, others agree as grocery stores, gas stations and convenience stores sell countless numbers of 100-calorie packs of crackers, cookies, candy and … [Read more...] about Make your own 100-calorie snack packs to save cash — and your diet
