Pecuniarities

Undoubtedly, the only thing worse than having a “cheap date” is being called one. But in the current economic atmosphere when one should be more concerned with prudence in spending habits, a frugal date, in my mind, is something to be lauded rather than repudiated. After all, dating is all about finding the person you [...]

Here are some free printable templates for Holiday gift bags and tags designed by Madoline Hatter. Feel free to print them for your personal use. This is a snowflake design on various shades of blue background and includes carrier bags, treat bags and gift tags. Suggestions: Gift tags can be printed on cardstock paper and [...]

An elegant and unforgettable way to wrap a present Mimic one of natures miracles by giving jewelry, money, a small gift or an engagement ring inside a pretty eggshell that must be cracked open by the recipient. The broken eggshell may be kept as a memento of the occasion. You will need: 1 egg per [...]

Though often highly frowned upon, gift cards for Christmas this year might be better received this year with many strapped for cash due to the economy.

Tiny leaks and evaporation put a constant drain on your resources. As discussed in our previous post, From Pennies One Million Dollars Grow, a few cents saved here and there can add up to be a significant amount. Here we offer 101 suggestions for plugging expenditures in various aspects of your life – around the [...]

I have to admit that I am quite proud of my newest idea for free printables. These milk cartons with dairy cow prints are perfect for gift boxes, decoration, or storage. If putting cookies and treats in these cartons, be sure to choose a non toxic glue like Elmer’s Glue. Using a glue stick to [...]

As the weather is getting warmer, and the neighborhood birds are returning from their winter holiday, I was inspired to make birdhouses for my next set of printables. These birdhouses can be used as gift boxes, storage, ornaments, or nesting boxes for small birds and pets (indoors only). There are two kinds of walls, vertical [...]