Feb 12, 2018
Valentine’s Day Without the Diamonds
Early on in a relationship, many people expect extravagant dinners and diamonds on Valentine’s Day. But you don’t have to spend a fortune to show you care, says Cherie Lowe, author of Slaying the Debt Dragon. “Don’t be cheap with your love. Instead, find ways to display just how much you care by making your […]
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Feb 1, 2018
Score Big With DIY Super Bowl Party Decorations
Planning a Super Bowl party is relatively simple: All you need are snacks, beverages and a TV. But you can really score with guests if you take your decorating to the next level with simple do-it-yourself projects such as AstroTurf table coverings and pennants. Or you can download a range of printable decorations and accessories […]
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Jan 31, 2018
The Super Bowl Is Mostly About the Snacks
Did you know that football isn’t even the top draw on Super Bowl Sunday? Electronic invitation service Evite says that 48 percent of people look forward to seeing the new $5 million-per-half-minute ads the most, and 36 percent just want to indulge in party food; the game itself comes in third at 28 percent. In other […]
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Jan 30, 2018
Shop the Thrift for Super Bowl Party Decorations
Dollar and thrift stores can be great sources for Super Bowl party supplies such as felt, pennants, gently used serving dishes and more; you might even find a lightly used NFL jersey at the thrift that was donated to ClothingDonations.org. At the very least, you can pick up paper plates, napkins and plastic flatware in […]
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Jan 29, 2018
Stage a Gameday Party Without Blowing Your Budget
Super Bowl Sunday is only a few days away, and if you’re part of the special team that’s hosting, you don’t want to blow your budget. Fortunately, there are ways to keep a Super Bowl party economical, Thrifty Little Mom says. First, get the basics for your recipes — chips, vegetables, meats, dairy products, soda, […]
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