frugal ideas

Simple Smocks {Frugal Crafts}

by Jess on June 13, 2013

simple-smocks

Always ready for an art project, we go through A LOT of smocks around here.  I used to buy smocks for the girl until I realized how many we had on hand!  This is sort of a no brainer, but if you have any old oxford shirts or business shirts [...]

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Channa Masala {Frugal Recipes}

by Jess on June 12, 2013

Channa-Masala-Recipe

If you are looking for a high protein, low cost meal and you like ethnic flavors, this may be the dinner for you!  We tend to go meatless several times a week to save money and this is a healthy meal that’s rich in flavor.  My kids love it and [...]

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Insect Lore Butterfly Garden Only $12.99

by Mackenzie on June 11, 2013

Insect Lore Live Butterfly Garden

If you are looking for a great science activity for the kids check out these awesome kits. Grow butterflies from caterpillars in the Insect Lore Butterfly Garden ($12.99) or my favorite grow ladybugs with the Insect Lore Ladybug Land ($14.49). Experience nature up close with the Live Butterfly Garden from [...]

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Veggie Bean Burritos {Frugal Recipes}

by Jess on June 11, 2013

Veggie-Bean-Burritos

With Summer approaching, I am hoping to get my oldest daughter to be “in charge” of preparing some meals for us during the week.  Simple, healthy and economical meals that have just a few ingredients but will help her feel independent and give her a task to complete!   These veggie [...]

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Fandango Visa

Every Friday Visa Signature Cardholders can buy one Fandango ticket and get one FREE through an exclusive deal with Fandango now through September 30th. Purchase must be made for movies currently on sale for a same day showing. For more information including terms visit here. Don’t have a Visa Signature [...]

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Summer Family Movie Deals 2013

by Mackenzie on June 5, 2013

summer kidfest at cinemaworld

Just in time for the 2013 Summer movie theatres across the country will be offering free or cheap movies for kids and parents to help great causes and help you cool down during the summer. Many theatres offer different movies each week and at a great price so be sure [...]

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Summer Free Bowling Programs 2013

by Mackenzie on June 4, 2013

AMF Summer Unplugged

Free Bowling at AMF This summer enjoy FREE bowling for children ages 15 and younger until 8pm. Head over to here to register your kiddos to get weekly coupons through email good for TWO FREE games per child per day! This does not include the cost of shoes. Plus for [...]

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Hanging Birthday Number {Frugal Crafts}

by Jess on May 30, 2013

Hanging-Birthday-Craft

I love to celebrate my little one’s milestones all day long.  Birthdays are special days so why not start the celebration as soon as they wake?  I love to see my children’s eyes as they awaken to a special surprise in their room on the morning of their birthday! Materials [...]

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