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When the holidays are over, when the toys are old and tossed aside, when the wind and snow are howling outside, and the kids are wailing “ I'm bored” what can you do to entertain and educate them?Here are five - no or low cost examples of things to do that actively involve you and your child ...
Holiday baked goods can make an excellent gift – for someone on your list, or to take to the cookie exchange at work. However, unless you are careful, those baked goods can break the budget.To be economical, avoid the special flours, the real butter, chocolate, nuts and other special ingredients. Dress up a plain product ...
Frugality means a lot of things for different people. While it may mean discipline to some, it is not always the case. This is because there are still a number of people who have trouble switching to a frugal lifestyle. They think that if they do so, they will be depriving themselves of the good ...
Are your shopping habits saving you money? If not, it’s time to learn some tricks on how to become a more frugal shopper!Stick to a list. It sounds incredibly obvious but you’d be surprised how many people go shopping without making a list first. As well as increasing the chances that you’ll let your guard ...
Learning how to make your own clothes is a pastime that will not only save you some money, it is skill that can evolve into a hobby that you love. With some practice, patience, and some sewing know-how, you'll be on your way to making your own clothing before you know it. Here are some ...
While some may notice other body parts first, your face is usually what generates the majority of a first impression. Keeping your face fresh and free of acne, along with wearing a smile, will encourage the desire of others to dig deeper and find out more about you. An eco-friendly skin care routine will help ...
Exercise can help you to improve both your mental and physical health but for many people, affording a gym membership is out of the question financially. This doesn’t mean that you have to give up on the idea of exercising full stop though - there is the option of working out at home instead. Not ...
Stay within budget this holiday season with up-cycled Christmas gifts. Take an afternoon and clean out all your closets, search the corners of your basement and attic for new, nearly new or usable, unwanted items. Leave no stone unturned and do not assume anything is trash. Think outside the gift giving box this season; look ...
Long ago, as a Camp Fire Girl, our troop washed windows at Christmas time in Scottsdale, AZ. We used vinegar and water to wash the windows and old newspaper (back when people still actually read the paper) to dry and polish them. We made a bunch of money for our fund raiser, had great fun ...
According to research, the average family throws away as much as $100 worth of food every month. As well as being incredibly wasteful, this is also money that most of us can’t afford to lose. Here are some tips for minimising your food wastage so that you’re not literally throwing money in the bin.Meal planning. ...
