There are only 364 days until Christmas—it’s time to stockup on wrapping paper, greeting cards and stocking stuffers. Of course, I’m only partly kidding. Holiday clearance deals begin now, and
My Black Friday Game Plan
Image by Croixboy via Flickr The day after Thanksgiving, traditionally known as Black Friday, is my favorite way to kick off the holiday season. The day is long and chaotic,
{The New Home Ec} 15 Ways to Reuse Holiday Decorations
After New Year’s Eve there’s a scramble to clean up the holiday decorations that you so gleefully put up just the month before. Taking away all that festivity can be a sad affair for those of us who enjoy a little sparkle in the cold months…
{The New Home Ec} New Year Cards: Procrastinator’s Holiday Greeting
Every year, the chaos of the holiday season gets to me, and something has to give. Christmas cards are the first to go at our house — not because I don’t love them! I love sharing holiday greetings with friends & family, providing our loved…
Simple Ideas for the Very Last Minute Shopper
I can’t believe I’m heading out to shop today—I was doing so well this year! I just found out that the amazing gift I purchased for my sis weeks ago
{The New Home Ec} Store Hours for Christmas Eve & Christmas Day
We’re coming down to the wire — are you ready yet? If you still need a few gifts, we’ve got you covered! I’m out of time for last minute handmade
{The New Home Ec} 18 Creative Ways to Give Cash & Gift Cards
I know, I know. Gift cards & money aren’t the most personal gifts, but sometimes it’s just the way to go. It’s often hard to come up with just the right gift for some people, especially at the last minute. And, sometimes the right…
{The New Home Ec} 18 Upcycled Christmas Ornaments
The easiest way to save on your holiday budget is by using what you already have. But, if your old ornaments just aren’t doing it for you anymore, there are
Frugal Holiday/Winter Break Twitter Chat Sponsored by @KidGrade
School’s out, school’s out! That means the monkeys are home with us—and we need some ideas for entertaining them for a couple weeks. That’s why KidGrade is sponsoring our final
{The New Home Ec} The Gift Wrapping Party
When you want to have dozens of cookies, without baking for days, you can host a cookie swap! When you want to wrap dozens of presents, with good company, festive treats, and more gift wrapping choices than you could ever afford on your own, why not tr…