Category Archives: Crafts and DIY
Homemade Cheese Crackers
What do you make from scratch that most people buy from the store? How about adding Homemade Cheese Crackers to the list! This version is really easy, and tastes oh-so-much-better than their store bought counterparts. Get creative with shapes by … Continue reading
Graduation Gift Idea: Oh, The Places You’ll Go
Looking for a clever gift for a special graduate? Right now Dr. Seuss’ Oh, the Places You’ll Go! is just $9.50 on Amazon (list $17.99). Wrap it up with an inscription to the graduate along with a prepaid gas card. … Continue reading
Easy Craft: Make a Hands-Free Coupon Organizer
I’m going to make a couponing confession: one of my biggest problems is having to put my coupon organizer on the seat of my shopping cart! When I do this I either bury my coupons under stuff or I can’t … Continue reading
50 Consumable Gift Ideas
Wondering what to give the person who has everything? Want to give the gift of a special experience? Or, maybe you just want a clutter-free Christmas. Here are some great consumable gift ideas: Chuck E. Cheese tokens Movie passes Amusement … Continue reading
Creative Ways to Give Money
Creative Ways to Give Money for Christmas Giving cash doesn’t have to be boring! Here are some creative ways to give money as a gift, either for Christmas or other times of the year: Creative Way to Give Money #1: … Continue reading
Homemade Gifts for Grandparents: Ten Easy Ideas
Searching for some great homemade gifts for grandparents? Here are some ideas that don’t cost much, and can be done quickly and easily. Gifts for Grandparents: Homemade Gift Idea #1 Family Recipe Binder You don’t have to have a crafty … Continue reading
Mommysavers is so PINTERESTing! Our Hottest Pins of the Week
What’s so Pinteresting? Mommysavers is! The Mommysavers Pinterest pinboard is filled with shopping tips, recipes, frugal living advice and organizing shortcuts. Each week we pin the best tips, recipes and frugal advice from our members as well as from other pinners. … Continue reading
Easy Scrapbook Idea: A Use for Your Free Photo Collages and Prints
When my daughter was a baby, I used to be an avid scrapbooker. I’d spend hours crafting meticulous layouts, getting the perfect shots, and coordinating papers and embellishments. Then my second child came along. I tried to keep up with … Continue reading
DIY Halloween Costumes: Ten Ideas for Creative Inspiration
Homemade Halloween costumes are the best! Not only are they frugal, they get your creative juices flowing and are fun to make. Don’t worry if you’re not crafty. Most of these ideas don’t require sewing or complicated assembly. You … Continue reading
Creative Keepsakes: DIY “Favorites” Photo to Mark the End of the School Year
Want a simple and easy way to mark the end of your child’s school year? Create a “favorites” photo with text comemorating their favorite bands, foods, and activities. Do this every year, and you have a wonderful graduation gift! Here’s … Continue reading
