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Winter Packages That Won’t Bust Your Budget

Our city’s Christmas parade takes place on Thursday. This Thursday. As in a mere two weeks after Halloween and more than a month before Santa makes his trip around the world delivering presents to good little boys and girls. Consequently, I am not at all surprised to see an onslaught of advertisements for Christmas-themed travel packages. The bundled accommodations and activities are a cost-effective way to enjoy holiday festivities with your family. Some popular choices being offered for winter 2012 include: West Virginia: White Sulphur Springs is home to the stunning Greenbrier Resort which is featuring a winter package dubbed … Continue reading →

Decorate for Halloween Without Going Overboard or Over Budget

Have you seen how much realistic-looking severed heads and limbs dripping with fake blood cost these days? Gore can really add up. If you are looking for ways to keep your Halloween decor and spending on the conservative side, you’re not alone. Millions of people across the country prefer embellishing their homes and offices with subtle holiday touches, such as: Leaf Garlands: Show your love for the season by purchasing inexpensive fall leaf garlands from discount stores. The vibrantly colored strands are an easy way to show your love for the season without going overboard. Simply drape the garland around … Continue reading →

Seasonal Decorating on a Budget

Fall is in the air, and if you have kids, signs of the season are likely on your floors, tables and chairs. Yesterday, I found a colorful leaf near the bathtub. A soggy, orange leaf that likely hitched a ride on the bottom of my daughter’s shoe. While I am a huge fan of autumn’s brilliant colors, I’d prefer them sprucing up my home in others ways. For example, if you are trying to add seasonal flair to your home this fall, but don’t have a ton of money to buy elaborate decorations, consider crafting these affordable projects using natural … Continue reading →

Halloween Sales, Already?

In the past, the best time to pick up seasonal items was after the holiday was over. Now, the trend has shifted. Here we are in early September, and there are already Halloween sales going on! This is a good time to pick up some costumes and decorations for Halloween, and save some money on them. Kohl’s has Halloween themed tablecloths, photo frames, table runners, placemats, napkins, and more on sale right now. There are Halloween t-shirt, bathmats, shower curtains, and much more. This is the sale to check out if you really want to decorate your entire home in … Continue reading →

Home Blog Month in Review: October

As I sit here looking out my window at the backyard, the birds are hovering in the pine tree against a strong wind and steady rain. The temperature is chilly today, and the calendar reminds me that we have left October behind. October 1st Buy a Home for $1.75 It seems that the housing crisis has made some interesting news lately. Home Month in Review: September 2008 Has the weather turned cooler now that September has passed? Pretty soon, it will be time to get that heat turned back on! Meanwhile, check out all of the articles that were posted … Continue reading →

Teenage Halloween

My teenagers love Halloween. I think they love it as much now as they did when they were little trick-or-treaters. Of course, as a parent, I definitely stress and worry more about their Halloween activities now than I did when I could go along with them as a chaperone! I know what you’re thinking—teenagers, Halloween and trouble. It is what I think every year since my kids became old enough and reasonably responsible enough to go to parties and hang out with friends on Halloween. Every year, I give them the lecture and every year I give them a “deadline” … Continue reading →

Creative Autumn Ideas for the Budget Conscious Mom

Because I am such a frugal mom, decorating for Halloween can be challenging for us as a family. I prefer to avoid the limited decorations that are holiday exclusive to Halloween. So often, we make our own and the things that I purchase go towards the autumn season rather than the Halloween season. Several years ago I tried some new things that helped add some spice to the autumn season, didn’t break the bank and I was able to put up from the end of September until I began decorating for Christmas. I thought I’d share a few of them … Continue reading →

Frugal Halloween Decorations Made By Hand (2)

More fun and frugal ideas for decorating are offered here. I gave you a couple yesterday in Frugal Halloween Decorations Made By Hand (1). I enjoy making my Halloween decorations because it saves money, and is a great family activity. Here are a few more ideas to get you going and get you in that creative Halloween spirit! Pots, Pots and More Pots I love decorating with clay pots. Painting on them for some reason is a huge tension release. And holiday time is a great time to have some fun. You can use these pots to hold candy, plants … Continue reading →

Frugal Candy Ideas for Halloween

Halloween time is candy time. With all the goodies available at Halloween is tempting to get caught up in it all. But there are frugal ways to save on the cost of seeing smiling faces shouting Trick or Treat. Coupons If you feel you must hand out Hershey Bars or Reeses Peanut butter cups watch your Sunday paper for coupons. There are typically lots of candy coupons that come out at this time of year. You can usually watch for sales at this time of year too, use a coupon and double your savings. Other Candy Types There are a … Continue reading →

Frugal Halloween Decorations Made By Hand (1)

Halloween is a fun family time with crafts and decorations that can be made. Decorating a home at Halloween can be a whole family affair from the cutest pumpkins to the scariest monsters and skeletons. Except buying all the fun Halloween decorations can be expensive. Instead, consider making your own out of things you might already have. Save money, be creative, have fun and still be able to decorate for this spooky holiday. Candle Path Lights You’ve seen them. Those cute little bag style candle holders with cut outs that you are supposed to set along your driveway, sidewalk or … Continue reading →