Category Archives: Birthdays
First Birthday Party Ideas: Create a Special “Birthday Tablecloth” Keepsake
Want to create an easy keepsake for baby’s first birthday that will become even more valuable as the years go on? This Birthday Tablecloth idea costs under $20 and would make a frugal gift to bring to the party. … Continue reading
Frugal Foreigner: Indian Birthday and Wedding Celebrations
How much would you spend on a birthday party for your kid? The birthday celebrations I’ve seen in India have been quite over-the-top. Some friends of ours invited us to a party with camel rides, an inflatable slide, a magic … Continue reading
Muffin Tin Monday: Birthday Muffin Tin Meal
This week is Maggie’s fourth birthday, so we took a break from our colors themes and I put together a special Birthday muffin tin meal for her lunch. She thought it was pretty special at least! To go along with … Continue reading
Coordinating Book and Homemade Toy Gift Ideas
Do you love giving children books as gifts? We sure do. I also like making homemade toys. Here are some gift ideas that combine the two – a favorite picture book and a homemade toy to go with it! Of … Continue reading
Frugal Ideas for Creative Homemade Gift Wrapping, Packaging and Tags
It’s time to wrap your Christmas gifts! Looking for some frugal, but creative ways to wrap the gifts you bought this Christmas? Here are a few ideas beyond wrapping paper. I don’t usually use gift bows because they can be … Continue reading
Homemade Photo Gift Tags
Here’s a simple way to turn a photo into a personalized gift tag. I love how these turned out and they are very quick and easy to make. Take advantage of some of these free photo offers to order extra … Continue reading
How to Decorate Cake Pops
Cake pops are a fun, creative, and super easy way to add some pizazz to your holiday dessert table. They also make adorable holiday gifts for your friends and neighbors. The arrangements seen here were made by my neighbor. She … Continue reading
Make a Decorated Gift Card Holder from an Envelope
Looking for a creative way to give a gift card? You can purchase a gift card holder for a couple dollars at a store, or make your own for just the cost of an envelope! Plus, you can personalize it … Continue reading
Organize Your Gift Giving with a Spreadsheet
The holidays are approaching… will you be ready? This year, consider creating a gift spreadsheet with every gift, occasion and recipient listed – everyone from grandmas to babysitters and coaches. Start with your holiday budget, then work backwards to allocate … Continue reading
