Your Mom already has everything she really needs, except maybe a pricey spa day or a cruise to the Mediterranean. So what can you get her that won’t cost a lot, but might mean a lot? We found plenty of inexpensive gifts your mother will definitely cherish. Even if you're on a tight budget, you can … [Read more...] about Thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts on a budget
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Mother’s Day freebies and deals 2022
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Treat Mom to a meal out on Mother's Day (May 8, 2022) without breaking the family budget. Lower the bill by taking advantage of one of the many Mother's Day freebies or deals. To celebrate moms everywhere, many restaurants and businesses are offering Mother's Day specials and discounts. … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day freebies and deals 2022
Card-making tips in time for Mother’s Day
Few of us like being held hostage for a $3 to $8 card the week before Mother's Day, but we do it anyway because we love our moms. Sure, the crafty people get around that by making their own — and the only thing they have that you don't are instructions. That's about to … [Read more...] about Card-making tips in time for Mother’s Day
10 easy Mother’s Day crafts for kids to make
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 to make
Great gifts for a first Mother’s Day
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Being a new mom is hard. Really hard. So let the new mom in your life know what a good job she's doing by giving her a great first Mother's Day. Giving gifts for first-time moms can be tricky, as they are usually responsible for catering to every whim of a helpless tiny human. Here … [Read more...] about Great gifts for a first Mother’s Day
10 guilt-free ways to stop overspending on your kids and grandkids
Raise your hand if you overspend on your kids for birthdays and holidays because you want them to be happy. Do you spoil your grandkids because you don’t see them often and hope that presents will lead to warm feelings? Do you wish your mom would stop spending money on your kids, or that you could … [Read more...] about 10 guilt-free ways to stop overspending on your kids and grandkids
DIY spa day gift basket
What do you get the woman who has everything – or the woman you don’t know very well? A spa day gift basket is an easy gift because everyone likes to be pampered. Tired moms, overworked teachers and dedicated friends all deserve some me time and the opportunity to relax and indulge in self … [Read more...] about DIY spa day gift basket
6 homemade food gifts (with recipes!) that are cheap and easy to make
If you're looking for unique holiday gifts that won't break the bank, look no further than your kitchen pantry. We’ve pulled together several cheap and easy recipes for homemade food gifts that make especially thoughtful hostess and teacher holiday gifts. Honestly, anyone on your Christmas list who … [Read more...] about 6 homemade food gifts (with recipes!) that are cheap and easy to make
10 best budget-friendly kitchen gifts
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As an avid cook who feels at home in the kitchen, I'm familiar with lots of kitchen tools and gadgets. This list of affordable kitchen gifts will make life easier for the home chef on your holiday list. I own most of these items myself and use them often enough to know that they're worth the … [Read more...] about 10 best budget-friendly kitchen gifts
Mother’s Day gift ideas she’ll love
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There’s an important holiday coming up in May and it’s time to start thinking about gifts! Whether you’ll be celebrating your mom, stepmom, mother-in-law, mother of your children, or someone you think of as a mom, it’s a holiday that deserves more thought than a bouquet of grocery store … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day gift ideas she’ll love
12 free or cheap Mother’s Day gift ideas that cost little or no money
The value of a Mother’s Day gift is not how much you spend. It’s the time you take to prepare it, the thought you put into doing something that speaks to your mom, and the love you put into the gift. A perfect Mother’s Day gift doesn’t even have to be a tangible item, and it doesn’t have to cost you … [Read more...] about 12 free or cheap Mother’s Day gift ideas that cost little or no money
6 ways to use leftover Easter ham
You paid a lot for that Easter ham. Don’t waste those tasty leftovers — or worse yet, ruin them by constant reheating. Ham is a versatile ingredient, and you can find lots of uses for leftover ham besides cheese sandwiches. We found six thrifty ways to turn those Easter leftovers into yummy new … [Read more...] about 6 ways to use leftover Easter ham
Easter egg decorating ideas
Easter egg decorating, for some, can be an art. I love the idea of doing something a bit beyond the run-of-the-mill dye kit, but I don't want to spend a fortune or hours to achieve my DIY decorative Easter eggs. In our family, egg dying is a tradition my kids, my mom and I do together on Easter. So … [Read more...] about Easter egg decorating ideas
Inexpensive ways to celebrate a meaningful Easter
A meaningful family Easter celebration doesn't have to entail a springtime spending spree, especially if you've just finished paying off the bills from Christmas. Here are ways to enjoy the holiday while keeping to a budget. Prioritize meaningful family time Over the past couple of … [Read more...] about Inexpensive ways to celebrate a meaningful Easter
Passover recipes, crafts for kids and tips for a virtual Seder
Passover is normally a holiday for gathering friends and family. Even though the health restrictions of recent years have eased in most places this spring, many families discovered that technology helped them include loved ones from both near and far in the celebration — and that's a new tradition … [Read more...] about Passover recipes, crafts for kids and tips for a virtual Seder
