So you overestimated your medical expenses for the year and now you have FSA dollars to burn. Nearly 10 years ago I had a sizable FSA surplus and bought so much cortisone ointment that we are still making our way through it. I’m sure it expired ages ago. The good news? You didn’t need as much medical care as you expected. That’s priceless in my book. But since
Bargain Babe’s 10 Most Popular Posts of 2016!
2017 is almost here! I’ve rounded up our 10 most popular posts of 2016. Enjoy them again or read them for the first time! I hope you all have a safe and festive New Year’s holiday! 5 Items You Should Always Buy at Thrift Stores 67 Items You Should Always Buy at a Dollar Store How to Dye Your Hair with Hydrogen Peroxide 8 Canning Recipes You’ll Love
Minimalism Month: a 30 Day Pain-free Declutter Guide
If you want to jump-start your journey to a more peaceful, simple home here is an easy declutter guide to help you shed some of the unwanted stuff and start enjoying the empty spaces left behind! Each day, go through the items on the list and donate, recycle, or throw away. It won’t take long to see a difference in your living space! Day 1:
Dipping a Toe Into Minimalism: 7 Simple Ways to Try Minimalism Today!
Lately my mindset has been shifting from focusing a LOT on shopping to more of a minimalist perspective. If you missed this conversation, please check out Part 1 of my journey here and Part 2 here! As I investigated minimalism, I asked myself, what problem am I trying to treat? For me it was a lack of space, a lack of clarity, and a lack of satisfaction.
A Roundup of Back to School Lunch Essentials!
Do you cheer when you see back to school sales or cringe that the summer is nearly over? Either way, the reality is that school will be back in session soon! As you are shopping for school supplies, have you taken a glance at the myriad lunch options available? More and more parents are packing lunches for their kids to save money, to ensure meals
Living with Anxiety and the Life Hack that Keeps Me Sane
No one can deny that it’s a stressful world we live in. There are a million reasons to worry and that daily pressure can affect our health, relationships, and quality of life. On top of all our responsibilities, we are so busy that we have less and less time to fight stress as we should (you know, through exercise and a healthy diet). Nearly ten years ago,
Prime Day Deal: Instant Pot IP-DUO60 only $69.99!
Today only, get the Instant Pot IP-DUO60 for only $69.99! It’s no secret that we are big fans of the Instant Pot here at Bargain Babe and this is the lowest price ever on this model! Seriously, if you’ve ever had even a passing fancy to get an Instant Pot, buy this now! I promise you won’t regret it. Size: 6 qt 7-in-1 Multi-Functional Cooker–Pressure Cooker, Slow
Amazon Prime Day Deals are Here!
Prime Day is here! And already the deals are looking more exciting than they did last year. Some things to know about shopping this year’s Prime Day: First, in case it isn’t obvious, these deals are only for Prime members. If you don’t have a Prime membership, you can sign up for a free 30 day trial here. You can cancel at any time so
Prime Day: Deals on Amazon Devices
Some of the best Prime Day deals this year are, not surprisingly, on Amazon Devices, such as Kindles, Echo, Fire TV, and more. Here’s a list of those deals, but hurry! These will sell out soon. Amazon Echo, $50 off Amazon Tap, $30 off Kindle Paperwhite, $30 off Kindle E-reader, 6″, $30 off Kindle Voyage, $60 off Fire TV Stick, $15 Off Fire TV, $30
Countdown to Amazon Prime Day – Prime Deals of the Day
Amazon is holding its second annual Prime Day exclusively for Prime members this July 12. As a countdown until then, you can score some special Prime Deals of the Day. Don’t have a Prime account? Sign up for a free 30 day trial here. Today’s Prime Deals are: Save on Bissell’s Bestselling Machines Save up to 50% on performance nutrition products Lumo Lift Posture Coach and
20 Inspiring Quotes for the Fourth of July
Fourth of July weekend is in sight! Perhaps it’s already started for you. But before you fire up the grill, I thought we could all use a little reminder that the Fourth of July is more than just hot dogs and fire works. These 20 inspiring quotes are sure to put you in a patriotic – and celebratory – mood. A happy (and safe) Fourth of July to everyone! “Where
5 Items You Should Always Buy at Thrift Stores
I woke up on this beautiful Saturday morning, blogged for a while, did a little housework and then ran out for a quick thrift store run. Four stops later, I came home with four bags of loot. After years on the thrifting trail, I’ve learned some tips and tricks to help you make thrifting work for you. Here are my top FIVE treasures to never pass
Worth Every Penny: Sport-Brella Umbrella
When my daughter first started playing soccer, I noticed other parents hauling coolers and chairs and tents across the field, and I thought how silly it was to encumber themselves with so much stuff for a one hour game. I’ll never do that, I smugly told myself. But I quickly learned that standing under direct sunlight at the hottest time of the day for an hour does
5 Easy Steps to Bullet Journal Nirvana
I have always had a secret wish to be some kind of organizational genius. I remember when I first got a school planner in high school. I carefully recorded everything in it diligently….for the first week or so. Then I went right back to flying by the seat of my pants and hoping everything got done in the end. And so it has been ever
Make Money Off Your Inventions – These People Did!
Jennifer Lawrence recently played Joy Mangano in the movie ‘Joy.” You may know some of Joy’s inventions like the Miracle Mop and Huggable Hangers. Her story is inspiring because she was a divorced mother raising three children while working a variety of jobs when she came up with the idea for a better mop, simply to make her own life easier. Now she has a estimated net