Celebrating Big On A Budget :: Tips From A Mom Of Four
I’m a mom of four. That means four birthdays, four times the Christmas gifts, four times the Easter basket stuffers, etc. You get where I’m going with this? It’s A LOT. If I were to have my way, I’d be super extravagant and holidays would be filled to the brim with every gift and experience imaginable but alas, in today’s economy expenses add up really fast and no matter how you look at it, four kids is EXPENSIVE.
So in the spirit of keeping up with a somewhat manageable budget, here are some of my tips and tricks to keep cost at a minimum while still holding onto that...
Jumping Into The Fall Spirit With Your Loved Ones
Fall in love with some of these cozy, fun creative ideas to get you into the fall spirit. Pull out those fall decorations and start setting out those pumpkins and lanterns, and let’s get in the mood for autumn. Don’t forget to have your little ones join in on the fun.
I have put together 42 ways you can get into the fall spirit from decor, baking, and even threw in some fall fun festivities.
Decor/ambience
Light some fall scented candles.
Place pumpkins around your home.
Lay out warm tone pillows and throws.
Hang a wreath.
Decorate your mantle.
Switch out your table with Autumn decor.
Switch out those hand soaps for...
Halloween Costume Ideas To Stretch The Budget
I kind of hate the idea of a single use costume. It seems like spending money on something that will be worn just once or twice is such a waste. I try to find a way to create a costume out of something we already have, or that can be used well past Halloween.
Halloween Costumes that had a Second Life:
Clark Kent
Superman’s alter ego is an easy costume that won’t break the bank.
What you need:
-Superman T-Shirt (purchased from Target and it was worn for literally the next year...If you're crafty you can make your own with some vinyl, a blank tee and a cutting machine.)
-Khaki/Navy Pants (already owned)
-White button up shirt...
Halloween Costumes :: 3 Ways To Save
As the air turns crisp, okay not "crisp," but a little less hot and the pumpkin spice everything fills the air, shelves and headlines, that can mean only one thing, it is almost Fall and Halloween is just around the corner. Now is the time to start thinking about costumes. Are you looking for some easy for yourself ideas? Suggestions for costumes for the family? Or maybe you are just hoping to find an option that fits your budget.
Here are some other ideas for finding affordable, fun costumes:
Shop Secondhand or Consignment
I stumbled upon affordable, new in packaging, costumes at a children’s resale shop. I originally went to Once Upon a Child in...
When Should I Schedule Holiday Photo Sessions?
When should you schedule your holiday portraits? Well, the truth of the matter is you should consider scheduling your session NOW! Doing so will help you to avoid a lot of stress later! Scheduling now allows you ample time to coordinate everyone's outfits, schedule hair and makeup if needed and get everyone's calendars aligned to have the date protected. Plus, everywhere you go, the cutest fall clothing is being displayed! So, while you're getting those schools supplies, take a minute to look at the latest fall fashions and grab coordinating items for the family!
Fall calendars fill up fast for your family and those that you may require services from. And if your family is...
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Mardi Gras From the Perspective of a Krewe Dancer
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