Frugal Home Decorating with Recycled Jeans
With our world going green in so many areas, it seems only natural to search for ways to reuse and recycle everything in our homes. One of the things many of us have an abundance of is denim. From denim shirts and jackets, to denim skirts, capris, and jeans, most frugal moms have access to […]
Delicious Fourth of July Recipes for Frugal Moms
Looking for some delicious, inexpensive recipes to make your Fourth of July (or any day!) special? Try these on for taste. Texas BBQ Sauce 1 c. tomato juice 1/2 c. water 1/4 c. catsup 1/4 c. vinegar 2 T. worchestshire sauce 2 T. brown sugar 1 T. paprika 1 t. dry mustard 1 t. salt […]
Extreme Solutions for the Financially Strapped
Desperate times require desperate measures. And sometimes life events bring a sense of desperation where finances are concerned. Maybe you or your spouse had to miss work for an extended period of time, or your car required major repair, or you were a victim of identity theft, or… any number of other scenarios can take […]
How to Organize your Diaper Bag
As a mom, have you ever taken your baby with you to the store and in the process realized you forgot to back diapers in the diaper bag? There are so many things you need to bring. Most times there are things in there that we use at home as well. So these things will […]
Simple Ideas to Update Your Kitchen Decor
Since we spend so much time in the kitchen cooking, cleaning and simply visiting with friends, we can grow tired of our kitchen decor quicker than almost any room in the house. But redecorating a kitchen is expensive! Here are some ways to add new life to your kitchen without redoing the whole room or […]
Smart Yard Sale Shopping for Frugal Moms
Yard sales, garage sales, rummage sales, tag sales – whatever you choose to call them – are a great way to save money on almost anything you need. Some people shy away from such sales because of the stigma associated with buying someone else’s used stuff. But if you can change your mindset and see […]
Beauty Tips and Tricks for Frugal Women
Looking good doesn’t have to cost a fortune, though it can if you’re not careful. You can still look good and care for your skin, nails and hair well, with these beauty tips and tricks. • Drink at least eight glasses of water every day. It will moisturize your skin, give you a healthy color […]
Teaching Your Children to Save
As parents, we want our children to grow into successful, well-adjusted adults who understand the value of money and who know how to manage it. But money management isn’t a skill learned by osmosis. We can’t just hope they’ll soak up what they need to earn and save money, prepare a budget, manage a checkbook, […]
Enjoy a Frugal Fun-filled Fourth of July
Looking for fun ideas to help you celebrate the Fourth of July? You don’t need to spend a fortune on fireworks and expensive decorations. Use your imagination and let these ideas jumpstart your own. • Take in your city’s fireworks display. Most every city, and even the smallest town, typically offers a fireworks display on […]
Frugal Party Theme: I’m Your Biggest Fan Birthday Party
While birthday parties should be extravagant celebrations of the life of your loved one, they don’t have to be extravagantly expensive by any means! A little creativity goes a long way in making a great celebration using homemade decorations, games and more. THEME: A birthday party where everyone shares memories and stories about the person […]