Finding Silver Jewelry at Thrift Shops
I like to look for deals on jewelry in thrift shops. Years ago silver was an inexpensive metal, so there is actually silver jewelry which ends up there. . .
Christmas Gift Idea - Address Labels
If you're stumped on what Christmas gift to buy for someone or you're running low on cash AND have a computer and printer...
It's getting to be that time of year again when you start thinking about holiday presents for everyone. For me, last year was a first as I set out to save money in a rather unique way: buying most of my gifts on eBay...
When it comes to birthdays and holidays, sometimes people are strapped for cash. In those instances, my family gives "services" for gifts.
For a cheap way to say I Love You to someone special, take an eraser and write a special message such as I Love You with maybe a heart or something on the bathroom mirror. When that special someone takes a shower, the steam will cause just your message to stand out!
A good gift idea is to get your favorite recipe, (front and back) put it in a frame and hot glue utensils on the frame (for example wooden spoons, soup ladle, cookie cutters,) whatever goes well with the recipe. Add a raffia bow.
Making New Greeting Cards Out of Old
For those of you that are crafty using programs like Print Master graphics to create new cards, you can combine old greeting card fronts with a new card.
With summer vacations looming, it is time to take lots of pictures. I ALWAYS get two copies. When giving a picture to someone, I put it in a frame. (Thrift stores always have frames for very little cost.) If you have several pictures to give someone, place them in a small album. This is a very welcome gift of pleasant memories.
Free Gifts Worth More Than Money
You don't want to spend money on a gift that won't be appreciated. You don't want to give cash or a gift card that can be lost or expire. Yet you wish to give something. What is a frugal person to do?
For a quick and meaningful gift for anyone, write an acrostic poem. Simply write the person's name down the left side of a sheet of paper, one letter at a time. For each letter, choose a word or words that describe the person. For example,
Slip "I love you" notes into lunches, pockets, or between pages of school books for your children or spouse. Costs nothing but means everything! But be careful! I know a woman who put a note inside her husband's sandwich and he ate the note right along with his sandwich and never knew the difference until she told him what she had done later! By Robin
I collect the happy thoughts I read in magazines or hear on TV into a notebook. Once a month, I write them down on colorful paper and mail them to my nieces and nephews. It keeps us close even from miles away! By Kathy
Inexpensive Gift with Rave Reviews!
Have a gift idea that always gets rave reviews. I wrap a small photo album purchased at Michael's for $1, a disposable camera at Walmart for $3.50 and a $5 Walmart gift card for developing. This gift is appropriate for kids as young as 5 years old.
I'm supposed to send some friends a "family" present. A gift for the whole family for under $20. Any ideas? There are 5 in the family, mom, dad, and 3 kids 5-9.
We all like to give a gift to show how much we appreciate a particular person, but your gift doesn't have to cost the earth. In fact, it doesn't have to cost anything at all. We can give gifts every day of our lives without them ever having to cost a penny, simply by showing that we care.
Best Inexpensive Gift You Have Received
What are your favorite inexpensive gifts?
Candy Filled Canning Jar Christmas Gifts
I always have canning jars around so at Xmas I fill some with assorted Xmas colored candy. Those star brite mints, gold and silver foil wrapped candies, etc. Use pinking shears to cut circles of lace, netting, or Xmas printed fabric.
I am on a budget and this past year my children have given me 4 grandchildren. Although I would love to buy them all expensive gifts, I just don't have resources. How do you grandmothers deal with the problem of lots of grandchildren and not a lot of money?
I have a huge family. I start shopping for Christmas presents early. Does anyone have any good Christmas present ideas for 10 people for $10. or less. These are extended family members.
A nice little gift that I received cost close to nothing but means a lot to me. It is a little wrapped present 2 x 2 x 1 inch.
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My Frugal Holiday: Planning Frugal Gifts
How to get through gift giving for the holidays without breaking the bank. I'm the first to admit I am one of the least organized people I know. That being said, when it comes to saving money I am a little less lazy than some people but don't get it confused with my terrible organization skills! When the weather starts getting cooler and the leaves are changing colours, it's always my cue to start preparing gifts for the holidays.
