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Make Your Frugal Party Look Expensive

by Mary Ann Romans

18 Nov 2009 09:53 AM

Did you know that you can spend just a few dollars and make it look as though you spent hundreds on your party? Home made and arranged can look just as good or better than catered. And you don't have to lose the sophistication just because you are saving money and being frugal.

Getting Flowers on a Budget

by Mary Ann Romans

17 Nov 2009 08:44 AM

Recently, I was asked to help coordinating the decorating of our church's main hall for the big Christmas festivities. We are going to have a local outreach featuring a live nativity, a bonfire, a Christmas Tree raffle, lots of food, live music programs and more.

Budgeting for the Holiday Meal

by Mary Ann Romans

23 Oct 2009 06:18 AM

This year, it looks like we will be hosting Thanksgiving again. It is a preemptive strike on our part to avoid the arguments and indecision about who is hosting and where and when.

How to Save Money on Your Wedding 2

by Mary Ann Romans

17 Apr 2009 08:52 AM

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! No doubt that you are looking forward to a special day. But with the cost of everything these days, how can you afford the wedding of your dreams? It is all about priorities and money saving tips.

How to Save Money on Your Wedding

by Mary Ann Romans

16 Apr 2009 04:13 AM

Despite the economy, you still want a fabulous wedding, right? Well, with a few ideas, you can have a great wedding without settling for a backyard barbecue while wearing jeans and a veil (unless that is your dream wedding--then go for it!).

Frugal Party Food

by Mary Ann Romans

18 Nov 2008 05:14 AM

How do you feed 14 kids and 12 adults cheaply without being stingy? Here is how I made the most of the resources on hand to serve all of these people for very little money with a combination of store bought and homemade food (and I had a nice amount of leftovers).

Spend Less on Your BBQ

by Mary Ann Romans

27 Jun 2008 11:15 AM

Are you ready for the Fourth of July or summer BBQ? You might be discouraged from having your party this year because of the high food prices, but don't worry. There are still ways to reduce your spending for your BBQ without making your guest feel as though they are deprived.

Frugal SuperBowl

by Mary Ann Romans

25 Jan 2008 11:13 AM

Want to celebrate the Superbowl but not spend a lot of money? From hosting parties to getting in on official events, here are some ideas that will help you have a great time and stay on budget.

Frugal Ideas for Wedding Flowers

by Mary Ann Romans

08 Jun 2007 05:06 AM

Flowers can be a big expense at a wedding, but you don't really want to do without them. Here are some easy, fun ideas to be frugal about your wedding flowers but still make your big day extra special.

Frugal Wedding Ideas: Hiring People

by Mary Ann Romans

07 Jun 2007 08:54 AM

Weddings can be outlandishly expensive, and it is not unusual to spend $20,000 or more for the big day. But, there are some easy ways to save. You can try one idea or all, depending on what your expenses are and where you want to save.



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