With back-to-school season in full swing, I thought I'd spend a few words talking about uniform shopping. I know not everyone has kids in uniform dress code schools, but if you do - you are probably like me and scrambling to figure out which pants … [Read more...]
Reader Question: Food for Playdates
Posted on July 21, 2011 by
I am totally delinquent in posting this question from my reader Amanda (please forgive me!), but I'm hoping my smart readers will have some suggestions for her. I have a question for you or your readers about play date food. I have been trying to … [Read more...]
Kosher on a Budget is Coming to Chicago!
Posted on July 15, 2011 by
Hey Chicagoans! I’m thrilled to announce that I will be teaching a two-part series on budgeting, saving money and couponing in Chicago the first week of August. Hosted by the ARK, the classes will be held on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 and Thursday, … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Green Household Cleaners
Posted on July 14, 2011 by
I mentioned a few weeks ago that I make a lot of my own all-natural cleaners. After receiving a number of questions about them, I figured I should put together some of my favorite green cleaning recipes. Not only are these homemade cleaners green … [Read more...]
School Supply Challenge: Won’t You Join Me?
Posted on July 8, 2011 by
I know, I know. Summer just started. It doesn't seem possible that the back-to-school sale season could already be upon us. But judging from the circulars, it most definitely is. If you were around last year, you might remember that I set myself a … [Read more...]
How We Keep Birthday Celebrations Sane & Affordable
Posted on July 6, 2011 by
The summer is birthday season for our family. From May to October, we have a birthday a month (with a break for August). When my kids were tiny, I used to have big bashes for them every year. We'd invite all of their little friends (and their … [Read more...]
A Reminder about the Importance of Strategic Stockpiling
Posted on June 30, 2011 by
I was at Target earlier today and wanted to pick up that great deal on Edy's ice cream. It is on sale for $2.99, normally around $4.50 - and when you buy five, you get a $5 Target gift card. Even without a single coupon, that's just $1.99 each … [Read more...]
My Frugal Simcha | Bat Mitzvah on a Budget
Posted on June 23, 2011 by
The Bat Mitzah girl (in red) and her extended family Last month, my family attended the Bat Mitzvah of our dear friends the Perets from Houston (soon to be Israel). Lucky for me, Abbi - of You Get What You Get blogging fame - agreed to write this … [Read more...]
Reader Q&A: What’s a “Money Maker”?
Posted on June 22, 2011 by
Today's reader question comes from LW. She's wondering how "money-maker" deals really work. Do you have a question about budgeting, couponing, menu planning or anything else? Please send me an email - I love hearing from my readers! You mention … [Read more...]
My {Unsolicited} Review of The Virgin Mobile MiFi Hotspot
Posted on June 7, 2011 by
Remember several months ago, when I was debating whether or not to get an iphone? I am a Mac-lover, so it was a natural inclination. But after a lot of back-and-forth, I finally decided against it for two main reasons: 1. Cost – Getting the … [Read more...]
