Who doesn’t love getting a present in the mail? Writer Linda Tsai weighs the pros and cons of the many snail mail subscription boxes you can order, from beauty products to kid’s clothes. Linda is auditioning for a staff writer position on BargainBabe.com! Missed the audition announcement? Here it is. Each day last week we ran one audition post. Tomorrow we will publish the final
Moving Cross Country: 13 Places to Find Free Moving Boxes
I’ve moved across the country three times and acquiring cardboard moving boxes is a huge and annoying cost. Here are 10 14 17 ways I got my hands on moving boxes for free. How to Get Moving Boxes for Free 1. Bookstores. I went by my local Barnes & Noble and asked a clerk who wasn’t busy if they had any extra boxes I could
Best Swimsuit Deals of Summer 2013
I searched low and high for the best swimsuit deals for summer 2013. I hope this post helps you find a bargain priced bathing suit! Thanks to Angela for sharing the idea for this post on our $50 Target gift card contest. My pick for a new swimsuit this summer would be the $50 swim dress from Target, at right. What a great combination of
How many jeans do you own? I counted my closet!
A friend recently mentioned that her roommate owned 60 pairs of jeans. 60! Apparently, they started counting while packing the apartment in preparation for a big move. I was stunned. Is it possible to own 60 pairs of jeans?! But before I judge my friend’s roommate (it may be too late) I decided to count everything in my own closet. Here is my inventory of my
How to Save Money on Lawn Care
Between water, fertilizer, and lawn care services you may be overspending on your lawn. Gasp! Luckily, there are many frugal ways to cut down on costs. The tried and true cheapskate method of doing it yourself is a time investment so if that’s not an option, I brainstormed alternatives. Thanks to reader Susan who shared this post idea with us on our Facebook page! Below
How to Garden on The Cheap
I’ve been apart of a community garden for almost four years and I’m still amazed at how fulfilling and cheap it is to grow your own food — especially if you do it the cheapskate way! I particularly love learning new tips and tricks to get the most out of my garden bed so I’m sharing Jeff Yeager’s video about gardening on the cheap.
Are LED Light Bulbs Worth The Money?
We’re considering upgrading to LED light bulbs in our home, but at the store we choked. LEDs cost a pretty penny! However, I’m told that LED light bulbs last so long they are worth the significant upfront cost. Being the Bargain Babe, I decided to crunch the numbers to prove – or disprove it. Are LED light bulbs worth the money?
12 Ways to Repurpose Wine Bottle Corks
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
67 Things You Should ALWAYS Buy at a Dollar Store
The other day, my non-frugal hubby came home with $40 of drugstore products that I could have bought for $8 at the dollar store. I smiled sweetly and made a mental note to keep these items in stock so he doesn’t run out. (Smiling sweetly is my secret to a long marriage.) Although the quality of the items sold at the dollar stores varies greatly,
How I Saved $183 On A Shabby Chic Mail Organizer
I was window shopping on Etsy when I spotted an awesome mail organizer. It had everything we needed to stay organized – a state of bliss for me. Only problem was, the price tag was $220. OUCH! Here’s how I made a very similar shabby chic mail organizer for just $36, saving myself a whopping $183.
DIY Video: Making Cinder Block Planters
We love cheap cinder blocks here at BargainBabe.com because they’re great for DIY projects! You may recall that BB redecorated her home on the cheap using the blocks a few years ago. So when I found this video from ThriftyFun on how to make your own cinder block planters, I couldn’t wait to share it with you. This do it yourself project is not only
16 Secrets to Saving Money At Amazon.com
Amazon.com is my go-to place for shopping online because it often has the lowest price. On top of competitive prices, here are my 13 secrets to saving money at Amazon.com. How do you save money when shopping Amazon.com?
12 Ways to Save Money at Target
Love to save money at Target? I do too! The bullseye is the perfect stop if you need to get anything from groceries, clothes, shoes, media, and more! That’s also why every trip can be filled with temptation. Here are my top 12 ways to save money at Target.
Best Sites to List Your Vacation Rental Home
Have you ever thought about renting out your home while you’re on vacation? Doing so can save you money! It’s never been easier with so many websites available that allow home owners to rent out their property with a click of a button. I compare six vacation rental home sites to find you the best deal below.
Estate Sales: 10 Items You’ll Find For 90% Off
Estate sales have incredible bargain buys. The sale prices are often 10% of retail, or lower. Here are 10 items you can almost always find at an estate sale. https://bargainbabe.com