Ask my kids and theyâll tell you Iâm a pretty pathetic pumpkin carver. Or I was, until I discovered free stencils to guide me to the gory. And I watched this video to teach me the basics, like how to keep my pumpkin top from falling inside.Pick up a nifty Halloween tool set … [Read more...] about Free pumpkin stencils for creative Halloween carving
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4 fun, cheap Halloween alternatives
Halloween can be a fun time for children and adults to dress up, stock up on candy and celebrate fall. Some families prefer to forgo trick-or-treating in favor of other activities. Some neighborhoods arenât pedestrian-friendly, and some families prefer to take the focus off the spooky and scary … [Read more...] about 4 fun, cheap Halloween alternatives
8 ways to save on Halloween candy
Ding-dong! Itâs time to start building your stockpile of candy for the annual parade of trick-or-treaters Oct. 31. Itâs estimated Americans spend approximately $1o billion (!) on candy every year for Halloween. Of course, bargain boogeymen can be frightened by the high prices on candy this time … [Read more...] about 8 ways to save on Halloween candy
4 easy and cheap Halloween decorations
The Halloween season is upon us, making it the perfect time to get started on ghoulishly good crafts and cheap Halloween decorations. Gather some items from around the house, stop at a craft store with a coupon for the rest, and you can make your house spooky on the cheap or dress up your … [Read more...] about 4 easy and cheap Halloween decorations
6 ways to save by shopping for Christmas gifts super early
Real frugalistas know that you should start next yearâs holiday shopping the day after Christmas. But letâs face it: Not everyone is in the mood. For me, starting after Labor Day is early enough, unless I spot some perfect and irresistible item in May. The thing about early holiday shopping … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save by shopping for Christmas gifts super early
6 ways to save at least $400 this month
Are you independently wealthy, or could you use six ways to save $400 this month? You may be looking for ways to free up some cash to pay for college, afford your children's clothes, pay for holiday gifts or just be able to sock away more money for retirement. Recently, we revisited some of our … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save at least $400 this month
12+ new ways to use old sweaters
What should you do with old sweaters? You bought those sweaters for ski slopes you no longer visit, holiday and ugly-sweater parties at offices where you no longer work, or for fashions and sizes you no longer wear. Now, they take up space in your closets and drawers. The wool sweaters itch; … [Read more...] about 12+ new ways to use old sweaters
Frugal living guide: How to have less stuff and save money
Frugal living means you buy and use less, saving money and time. Happily, these are also basic tenets of minimalism, which is quite trendy right now so if you like living with less, you're in style! On the other hand, if you are a spendthrift used to buying out of want rather than need, … [Read more...] about Frugal living guide: How to have less stuff and save money
Good jobs that donât require a college degree
There are a lot of ways to handle the high cost of a college education. Most experts agree that the cost will be made up over the life of a career by higher-paying jobs that require that college degree. But maybe you arenât sure itâs worth it. Or maybe you just canât afford college right now and … [Read more...] about Good jobs that donât require a college degree
Pick your own produce: Deal or no deal?
There seems to be a prevailing idea that pick-your-own fruit and vegetable farms are far less expensive than the grocery store. After all, you're doing all the work, cutting out the middle man, it should be less, right? But, is it really? Before you start thinking I'm going to pooh-pooh U-Pick … [Read more...] about Pick your own produce: Deal or no deal?
How to simplify your life (in 3 easy steps)
You want to simplify your life, but don't know where or how to start. Maybe youâre thinking about retirement, or youâre looking to change jobs, or the return to work and school seems overwhelming again. Your journey to happiness starts now. When I think of the word âsimplifyâ I am reminded of … [Read more...] about How to simplify your life (in 3 easy steps)
Apps to save you money on the go
Mobile technology is advancing with leaps and bounds, and new apps and features help us save money wherever we are. Whether you are headed to the store, the gas station, or vacation, there are apps to help you save money along the way. Here are some favorite apps to save you money on the … [Read more...] about Apps to save you money on the go
Cold Stone Creamery offers huge $35 gift card bonus for 35th anniversary
Happy 35th, Cold Stone Creamery! Anniversary celebrations are always so sweet. Even more so, when it's for one of the most popular ice cream shops in the country. Cold Stone Creamery is celebrating 35 years of mixing up delicious ice cream treats. The sweet combinations of ice cream and mix-ins … [Read more...] about Cold Stone Creamery offers huge $35 gift card bonus for 35th anniversary
Kroger offers Summer Deal Days on 25 popular gift cards — Kohl’s, LEGO, Lowe’s & more
It's not quite the season for gift card bonuses. That all starts in early November. However, Kroger is celebrating the end of summer with big sale on gift cards. It's not often you can buy a gift card for less than face value, so, when you have the opportunity, it's time to splurge on buying as … [Read more...] about Kroger offers Summer Deal Days on 25 popular gift cards — Kohl’s, LEGO, Lowe’s & more
6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes
Most parents do not relish back-to-school clothes shopping. The crowds and the cost create a less-than-enjoyable experience. I canât fix the crowds, but I can help with the cost. Last year, I outfitted my two kids for the school year for less than $100 each. Considering many items … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes