We all love to have parties in the summer with friends and family, but it can get expensive. The trick is to use things you already have by raiding your pantry and closets. Get creative and use things you already have on hand like paper, water, china and candles. Here are some money-saving ideas to use for your next party that won’t break the bank. 1.    When planning your summer pa...

Flea markets have some of the greatest deals right now. Many people are looking to sell their goods and are willing to negotiate their prices. I recently visited one in SW Florida where southern hospitality is still intact. Everyone was very friendly and helpful and you should never be afraid to ask questions or see if they will come down in price on a certain item for you. The first thing you wil...

It’s hard to believe that it’s time to start thinking about Christmas shopping already. One website that has great gift ideas is todaysgiftsite.com. They have wonderful ideas on affordable gifts for your family and loved ones this year. They have gifts ideas for people you do not know well. In this instance, they recommend giving a store gift certificate. This is for people that you really aren’t ...

I look for projects that don’t take a lot of time or that cost little to nothing to make. Look to nature this fall to decorate your home inside and out. Pinecones and dried leaves always make a nice arrangement in a bowl and it looks great on a mantle or coffee table. Add some gourds for a more festive look, which are usually really cheap this time of year. If you want to have a centerpiece that y...

With the state of the economy, it’s getting harder and harder to find extra money to buy gifts. RagsToRichesAndMore.com has some great ideas for recycling your household goods into crafts that you can use in your home, sell at craft fairs or use as gifts at holiday time. There is no better gift then one that is homemade and your friends and family will appreciate the effort you put into it. Best o...

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