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Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts How to make your own thank you cards without looking cheap: 1 of 20
Thank you cards are a wonderful way to express your appreciation to someone who's made a wonderful impact in your life. A nice thank you card by itself can cost anywhere from $4.00- $7.00. It's so much better to make the card yourself to save yourself the extra money and to add your personal touch to it at the same. It's act... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Why take up scrapbooking as a hobby: 3 of 27
Scrapbooking may seem too expensive and too tedious for some. To others, it can be such a rewarding pastime. The following are some reasons why you should consider scrapbooking as a hobby. 1. Scrapbooking is a creative outlet- It's a way to express yourself creatively. When you scrapbook, you discover new materials and explo... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Traditions & Themes Holiday weddings: Tips for getting married on a holiday: 1 of 5
Here are a few tips on getting married on a holiday: 1. Announce your wedding date as early as possible. Many people plan to go out of town during major holidays and you want them to know ahead of time so they can include your wedding in their plans. The best way to do this is to send out save the date cards to your guests. ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Gifts for Kids & Teens Best gifts for a five year old girl: 1 of 5
Five year old girls are some of the most fun categories you can purchase presents for. They are old enough to be interested in almost anything you give them. Here are a couple of suggestions that can get you started. 1) Arts and Crafts Kits- From the newest trends such as "Aquadots" to the older types such as "SpinArt", thes... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Scrapbooking on a budget: On becoming a 'scrapmiser': 5 of 24
It's fun to scrapbook and many times you don't even have to spend a fortune on it. Here are a few tips on how to scrapbook on a budget. 1. Sign up for mailers from different scrapbooking or craft stores. Many times, they offer specials and discount coupons in their mailers. Some stores also have discount coupons printed in n... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Budget Cheap wedding ideas: Tips for getting married in your own backyard: 6 of 22
Having a backyard wedding is a less expensive way to have your celebration. Its important to plan it carefully to get the most out of it. Here are a couple of tips for making this day extra special. 1) Set your budget Many couples always go over their budget anyway, but it's very important to have one to always look back on ... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Baby Accessories Great baby shower gifts for a first-time mom: 6 of 18
It's overwhelming to be a first time mom, and it's exciting to have a baby shower, but it would be nice to actually receive things that are practical and thoughtful at the same time. 1) Use the Baby Registry. The parents already have an idea of what they want, so you might as well put that into consideration in your gift giv... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Christmas How to make Christmas cards: 2 of 6
Giving away Christmas cards is a wonderful holiday tradition. This is a great opportunity to let our family and friends (both old and new) know that we are thinking about them during the holiday season. There are many different ways to make Christmas cards. The easiest trick to make cards for the holidays is by using card st... More..
Hobbies & Games > Scrapbooking & Paper Crafts Scrapbooking: Tips for preserving your pages: 1 of 3
There are many ways to preserve your scrapbook pages. Thank goodness for new products manufactured everyday and the development of technology that is now available to the public. But the best method of preserving your pages will ultimately depend on what kind of project you're working on. 1) Unfinished pages can be kept in a... More..
Personal Finance > Budgets & Saving Making your savings grow: 7 of 20
In order to make your savings grow, it's important to change the way you think about your money and spending. 1) Buy quality, not quantity. Instead of buying several $15 cheap blue jeans, go ahead and buy those two pairs that may cost you $45 each but will last you longer. 2) Put away money in high interest savings or funds.... More..