I love making my own spice mixes instead of buying them at the store. Not only can I control the ingredients, but it’s so much cheaper! And if you plan ahead, you can make a bunch of it at one time and just keep it in the pantry. The one spice mix I never […]
If you have a couponer to buy for, I’m going to give you the inside scoop! Not only is it about making life easier for the couponer, but it’s also about having tools that you need once you find the great deals at the store. Whether you’re shopping for a new or an experienced couponer, […]
Birthday parties can be expensive. From renting a venue, decorations, food and favors, you can truly end up breaking the bank. Sometimes it’s just too much and you need to look at other ways to celebrate. Recently I readers to share frugal ways to make birthdays special without hurting the budget. There are many great ideas […]
One of my favorite splurge treats to grab is the pumpkin bread at Starbucks! This recipe will let you make your own at home! It’s moist with just the right amount of fall flavor. Note: The pumpkin bread at Starbucks is topped with pepitas, but I chose to leave them off. To add them, just […]
Our goal is to instill healthy financial practices in our kids and help them grow up to make wise decisions about money. One of the more important, but scariest, ways to help them is in building their credit. Building good credit early will pay off early on helping them rent an apartment and have lower insurance […]
The holidays are coming, and that means you’re crossing names off your list as you buy gifts. Buying presents for other adults, whether it’s your spouse, an adult sibling, a parent, or someone else, can be really hard. You want to get them something they don’t already have, but also something they’ll appreciate! Here are […]
Buying a present a teenager will enjoy may seem like an impossible task, but there are lots of good ideas out there. I’ve skimmed through all the lists and curated a post of 30 top gifts for teens, whether they love gaming, art, puzzles, or just being cozy. Southern Savers 2022 Gift Guides | 30 […]
If you haven’t already started working on your fall crafts to decorate your home, you’ll probably get your gears turning once November rolls around. I feel like no matter how many fall crafts I make over the years, I’m always looking for something new to make every year. Here are 10 simple and frugal fall […]
