Recent Frugal Blog | Entertaining PostsFrugal Wedding Idea: A Cake that Doubles as a Centerpieceby Traci Anderson30 May 2007 01:32 PMI married my college sweetheart a few years after we graduated. We were still paying our student loans and money was tight. Since we both had started our careers, we didn't feel comfortable asking our parents to help fund a lavish wedding. Frugal Weddings: Skip the Prime Rib Plate and Try a Pasta Bar Insteadby Traci Anderson30 May 2007 06:58 AMI've been told by more than a few people that my wedding was one of the best they've ever attended. Trust me, I am not bragging. My wedding will never make the cover of Brides. It wasn't elaborate, and it wasn't fancy. In fact, it was quite simple...but fun and meaningful at the same time. Frugal Summer Gatherings: Host a Neighborhood Seafood Boilby Traci Anderson24 May 2007 09:15 PMYou've just read the title of this post and are probably finding it hard to believe that I am associating seafood with frugality. Don't tune me out yet. I am anxious to share one of my favorite, and yes ...least expensive entertaining ideas. Party Games that Don't Cost a Dime: Mystery Charadesby Marily10 Jan 2007 02:28 PMHere is another fun idea for entertaining guests for free with a great game: Live Clue One of my favorite mystery games is called Live Clue. You play this game inside a house that has multiple rooms for the players to walk in and out of. Low-Cost Party Foodsby Marily28 Dec 2006 08:34 PMWe all love to entertain, right? And maybe we would do it more often if we could spend less money on feeding everyone. Host a Recipe-Sharing Partyby Marily28 Dec 2006 03:49 PMAll of us could use some new recipes, right? I love to exchange recipes with others and find new dishes to try. If you like experimenting with new foods, you may enjoy hosting a recipe-sharing party with your friends or family. Make a Homemade Mancala Gameby Marily24 Aug 2006 10:23 PMThe game Mancala is a fun, easy-to-learn, two-player game that is played around the world. Most mancala games are made with a special board and pieces. However, with a few simple objects around the house, you can make your own mancala game for free. Have A Get-Together For Lessby Nicole Humphrey10 Jul 2006 09:52 PMGetting together with friends and family is loads of fun, however it can be a costly entertainment option if you don't plan first. Here are a few ways to help get your party started, or to host a small get-together for less. You'll have fun and save at the same time. Set a Festive Table for Fourth of Julyby Sherry Holetzky30 Jun 2006 04:32 AMDo you like to decorate for every holiday? Many people like to set a festive table even if they don't necessarily go all out on other decorations. You can certainly purchase decorations and party ware for nearly any occasion, but you can also create an attractive table without overspending. Fourth of July Family Funby Sherry Holetzky30 Jun 2006 04:24 AMWhen planning your family celebration for Fourth of July, do not forget to check with your local Chamber of Commerce for low cost and even free family activities. Recent Blog Comments BargainJunkie says... "For bringing new life to worn shoes, bags, and belts, my favorite tool is a black marker." |
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