Coupons, Freebies, and Tips to Save Money Every Day
While it’s rare to pay full-price for a magazine subscription, sometimes I’ve found myself waiting around or searching around for a good deal on titles I read. Website MagazinePriceSearch.com aims to eliminate that headache by compiling and aggregating discount magazine subscriptions in one place. The site does not sell magazines directly, rather, they claim to track the lowest price available at 24 web magazine stores
Don’t hate me because it’s September and we’re going to talk about alternatives to Christmas gifts. Think of this as you getting a head start on the inevitable holiday. Yes, I realize it isn’t even Halloween, but at least we here at Bargain Babe are offering up some unique Christmas gift ideas to make holiday shopping a bit more exciting this year. 10 Alternatives to
As a frugal travel shopper, I often buy airline tickets that are the best deal at the time, and am not loyal to a particular airline. Every so often I get a notice that some frequent flyer miles I’ve accumulated are about to expire, but I have nowhere near enough of them on a particular airline to get a free flight. Though I was able
Have you ever been invited to be in a wedding party, and wondered if your budget could survive? Being a bridesmaid comes with a lot of joy but between the dress, accessories, travel, gifts, and parties, CNN reports the national average cost to be a bridesmaid is $1,700! Here are 7 tips for saving money as a bridesmaid:
Saving money at Nordstrom turned out to be the most common answer when we asked readers on our Facebook page what store they wished they could afford. Believe it or not you CAN shop for luxe products at discount prices at Nordstrom. Here are 13 tips to help you save money at Nordstrom. 1. Get the Nordstrom card. You may think I’m crazy for suggesting
It’s hard for me to pass up shopping at the dollar stores since there are at least 67 things you should always buy at a dollar store. There are so many wonderful treasures to be found. But there are also traps and pitfalls, so you have to shop smart to really save.
It is so dry where I live that even the cactus needs to be watered so I take a bottle of water with me every time I leave the house. After using a ton of different water bottles, I found my favorite – the Contigo Autoseal Water Bottle. Here’s why I love the Contigo Autoseal Water Bottle and why you should have one, too!
If you live in LA, hitting a garage sale means running into celebrities. Writer Rachelle Romberg talks about what celebrities she’s met – and how she has sold their junk for much, much higher prices. Rachelle is auditioning for a staff writer position on BargainBabe.com! Missed the audition announcement? Here it is. Each day this week we are running one audition post. Did this post
I’m always looking for frugal gifts that don’t sacrifice quality, how about you? Writer Christine Torres shares four ideas. Christine is auditioning for a staff writer position on BargainBabe.com! Missed the audition announcement? Here it is. Each day this week we will publish one audition post. Did this post help you save money? While I will make the final decision on who to hire, your
Dazzle your Father’s Day gift by getting crafty with the wrapping. Watch the video from Modern Mom to learn how to make your Father’s Day gifts more festive by using items like ties. I love this idea so much! I’m using an old dress shirt from my dad to wrap the gift, instead of buying craft paper. I am also using an old tie for
As June gets underway, wedding bells fill the air… and all the gifts that come with them! In some summers, I’ve been invited to as many as EIGHT weddings! And if you’re traveling for the weddings, too, then making it through a season of true love is a pricey proposition. However, this is one time to remember that frugal is different than cheap. (Don’t confuse
Father’s Day is coming up quick; a time of year when I remember (even more than usual) how lucky I am to have a Dad who’s been there for me through thick and thin. Whether you’re celebrating your own father, a grandfather, the father of your children, or someone who is like a father to you, here are 10 Frugal Father’s Day gift ideas for
As a new mom, the number one thing on my wish list this year is a full night’s sleep. I’ve asked my husband for help with nighttime feedings, since the baby hasn’t gotten the hint yet. From her, all I need are a few more gorgeous smiles that make it all worth it. Now that I’m a mom myself, I have a new appreciation for
I’m looking to update my home office nook so I set out to look for cheap ways to organize the spot. I stumbled upon a video by Thrifty Fun that features a wine cork bulletin strip and thought it was so clever that I’m sharing it with you. This also inspired me to look for other ways to repurposed an item that eventually goes straight
Eileen writes in with an easy tip to avoid buying gift bags, which can easily cost $3-$4! I have started to purchase cloth bags to use to “wrap” presents. Our grocery store had team-themed bags closed out at $1.50 each. They are heavy duty and will hold the heavier and bigger presents without ripping. Afterward, they can utilize them as grocery bags or our grandchildren
