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Whether you’re out with the girls or that special guy, on a hot summer night there’s nothing like a refreshing summer cocktail. There’s also nothing like the price – many bars and restaurants charge $10 and up for a cocktail. In fact, it’s not uncommon for the mark-up for a fruity cocktail to be as high as 456%. Why get ripped off when you can make a
My gym has a spa, so today I went in to find out about getting a facial. I guess it’s been a while since I’ve had one, because I was shocked at the prices. The basic facial is $85 and each add-on – and who doesn’t want add-ons? – is $39 extra. How can anyone sit back and relax and de-stress when they know how much this is
A few weeks ago my phone was stolen. Ugh! While I was concerned about the monetary loss, I was more upset about the irreplaceable memories I’d had taken from me. My phone had held some of my most cherished mementoes including photos of my step-nephew as a baby, messages from my late grandfather, and all of my photos from my trip to London. What’s worse?
PC game addicts want a new game on a regular basis. With PC games, there are a wide variety and you can hardly ignore the fact that they are expensive. A five-step guide to get the best deals on PC games
Recently, over 10,000 people attended the first-ever CatConLA, dubbed “Comic-Con for Cat Lovers.” I put on my kitty ears (and cat-print dress and cat handbag) and pounced on the opportunity to attend this amazing event. In addition to the various kitty tees, totes and toys, I found some pawsitively unique cat-themed items. Here are 18 Unusual Cat Gifts I Found at CatConLA.
When the temperatures rise, the last thing you want to do is turn on your oven. Now you don’t have to. Whether you’re putting together a meal for lunch, dinner, a picnic or a party, summer salads are the way to go. Enjoy these delicious recipes which will please the whole family – and your wallet. Here are 10 Summer Salad Recipes to Try.
Father’s Day is a day to let Dad know how much you appreciate him. It’s not about shopping or spending big bucks – it’s about showing your love in creative, special ways. We’ve put together some of our favorite DIY ideas. Here are 7 Homemade Gift Ideas for Dad.
I’m sure you are already reusing plastic grocery bags in several different ways, especially now that many states are banning the use of them. I reuse freezer bags to the extreme and have a ridiculous amount of plastic bags sitting under my kitchen sink (where ELSE do they go, you know?). So when I came across some really creative ways to reuse grocery bags, I
The kids are out of school for the summer and already that familiar chant is starting: “Mommy, I’m bored.” Put together a craft kit and get the kids busy with these fun and inexpensive craft and activity ideas. Here are 10 crafts to beat the boredom blues.
When the summer temps start rising, nothing beats the heat like an ice-cold drink. Instead of reaching for soda or plain water, why not try some of these delicious drink recipes? Each is inexpensive, easy to make and will make you feel like you’re vacationing on a tropical island.
You put honey in your tea, but did you know there are so many other ways it can be useful? Just as there are many different uses for coconut oil and olive oil, honey is one of those items you have lying around the house that can be used in a variety of different ways. But make sure you’re using the real thing – raw honey
Every year as my kids’ birthdays roll around, I find myself asking myself, “How can I do this on a budget?” One year, before I was writing for Bargain Babe, I wrote to her for help on this very subject! I’ve thrown many a birthday party at many a venue over the years, as well as attended more than my fair share of kids’ parties.
Every so often I catch my husband going through the refrigerator or pantry and throwing away items that have passed their expiration dates. Mayonnaise, relish, canned food. But have they really expired? Are you looking to minimize food waste and save money? Then stop throwing away perfectly good food. How to tell if the food you’re throwing out is really expired.
Looking for a dairy alternative? There’s soy milk, rice milk, almond milk, coconut milk, hemp milk, oat milk, potato milk, flax milk… and many other substitutes for cow’s milk. I’ll be honest, I love dairy. And so do my kids. But one of my kids can’t have dairy, so I’ve made it my mission to find milk alternatives that pass the kid taste-test and don’t cost a
Valentine’s Day is about love and affection. It is not about diamonds, overpriced chocolates, or other expensive budget-busting gifts. At least it doesn’t have to be. We’ve already shown you how to create delicious and healthy Valentine’s treats and hand make Valentine’s Day goodies. Now we’ve put together seven creative, fun ways to show your affection for the one you love – or disdain for the holiday, as the
