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Graduation season is here! If you’re heading to a graduation this year, we’ve got you covered. I’ve rounded up some of our best graduation posts to help you save money.
Know a grad and need a thoughtful, yet inexpensive graduation gift? Consider a financial gifts for your grad. Don’t worry, it won’t break the bank. It’s as simple as getting them a financial book to bone up on their personal finances. Our gift ideas work for both high school and college grads!
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Do you know what you’re giving your mom, yet? Below I share frugal ways to celebrate Mother’s Day without breaking the bank.
1. Make a memory book – If you’re into scrapbooking, put a photo book together. This low cost gift will be filled with memories that mom will appreciate. If you’re not good with scissors and glue, you can also make one using your computer.
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
Every time I look in my closet and see my burgundy gown collecting dust, I’m reminded of my prom. I don’t regret going, but I would have done some things differently to save money. I’m much more savvy now and below I share tips to save money on prom.
The ticket – I waited to the last minute to get tickets. Big mistake! I ended up paying a lot more. Many schools have early bird specials so take advantage of them!
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I’ve updated the printable coupons post with coupons for Easter candy and ham. Make sure to check them out! I can’t wait to have some Easter chocolate this weekend.
I’m spending my weekend baking and cooking my family’s Easter meal that cost less than $40. Hope you have a wonderful Easter (or Passover) and find lots of eggs!
As always, thank you for your continued support of BargainBabe.com.
Yazmin
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
The sky-high food prices are not keeping the Easter bunny away this year. According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are shelling out $4.29 more this year on their Easter meals as the average person is expected to spend $44.34! Below I share my Easter menu and how I’m trimming the cost.
For the main dish, I’m roasting a turkey breast. I know it’s not the traditional main course, but my family does not eat pork and the price of lamb was ridiculous. This is the most expensive part of our meal at $16.
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
I headed to Rite Aid yesterday to buy cold medicine. I’m fighting a bug that my sister brought home from school. While there, I wandered over to the candy aisle and found some sweet candy deals!
Here’s a list of some of the candy that’s on sale with your wellness+ card:
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
My sister and I are heading to volunteer at our local library’s annual egg hunt this weekend. This got me thinking of our own Easter celebration. Can you believe Easter is just around the corner?
To save money on our Easter egg decorations I’m going au naturel. I’m skipping the fizzy tablets and using spices and other items that are already in my pantry and fridge. Bobbi wrote about Easter egg decorating a while back and said this method was more expensive, but I’ve found it to be cheaper and less wasteful.
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
I had a photo booth at my sister’s budget-friendly birthday party and it was so popular that I’m sharing how I pulled it off. There’s just something about people wanting to act silly in front of the camera at parties that makes this a fun and inexpensive activity! Plus, it’s such a nice way to capture and share the memories.
The birthday cake was yummy!
I hosted a birthday party for my sister this weekend. She turned 15. I’m dead tired, but I wanted to share how I threw a grand celebration all for under $120! My secret? I kept it simple and almost everything was homemade. Guess who had lots of work? Phew, glad it’s over!
By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of BobbisBargains.
Love book made from deck of cards
I am so glad that it is finally time to start making Valentine’s Day crafts. I just love them. Can’t get enough of those hearts and flowers and rainbows and paper doilies.
I found eight lovely and do-able Valentine’s crafts.
- Little felt heart pins. These are so simple and yet so sweet. Just a bit of felt cut into heart shapes, hand stitched and stuffed with a little pin backing.
- A garland of love. Print out pictures of your loved one(s) and cut into the shape of hearts. Glue picture on a heart shape red card. Tie heart onto a string. Make a garland of love. (more…)
By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of BobbisBargains.
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A person’s ability to come up with a creative, romantic, and frugal Valentine’s date is a true indicator of that person’s ability to come up with creative, thoughtful, and debt-free lifestyle choices.
We’ve already covered many frugal and creative Valentine’s dates in nine unusual Valentine’s dates that are frugal too, cheap debt-free valentine’s dates, and you calling me a cheap date? You betcha. Browse all three of these articles and you will have enough great date ideas to take you through to your 25th wedding anniversary.
However, these ideas still require you follow some very important rules:
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
I must confess I have no clue what teams are playing on Super Bowl Sunday (Feb. 5), but what I do know is how to throw a party on a budget! Below I share suggestions to lower the costs of drinks, food, and decorations.
Food
- Prepare your food from scratch. It will take you longer, but it will taste better and save you money! Buying pre-made food from the grocery store is always more expensive. Make foods that can be prepped ahead of time or come in large batches so you can enjoy the game or commercials. Try this turkey chilli recipe. Make your own dips and salsas as well. (more…)
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The new year is just around the corner, but we want to take this time to thank you for being part of the BargainBabe.com community. We look forward to inspiring you to save even more money in 2012. Thanks you all so much for making 2011 an awesome year!
~ The Bargain Babe Team
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This is a post by BargainBabe.com writer Yazmin Cruz.
If Christmas left you low on money, there’s no need to skip the New Year’s celebration. Below I share tips to save money on your New Year’s party. All partied out? No problem. I’ll also share frugal ideas to have fun without throwing a party.
For those having a get-together, save by implementing these suggestions.
