If you enjoy cooking a great way to save money is to make your own spice blends and mixes! It is fun to be able to control exactly what you are putting in them. You can make changes based on your family’s preferences or what you have on hand. As a general rule of thumb, […]
I love traditions that spring up and stay around! Taking first day of school photos has been around for generations, but adding in fun first day of school printables steps it up a level. There are lots of free printables that make this a very frugal traditon! Here is a list of my favorite back […]
It’s springtime and I’d decorate every corner of the house with beautiful fresh flowers if I could. I walked by the flower department at the grocery store last week, and realized that you could really spend a fortune on fresh flowers if you aren’t careful. With Mother’s Day and Wedding Season quickly approaching, there are […]
At Southern Savers the goal is to save at least 40% on your grocery bill. There are some overpriced items, though, that will thwart that plan as soon as they hit your shopping cart. They are hiding on grocery store shelves disguised by convenience and instant gratification, but these high markups can be avoided by […]
If you’re stuck at home and need some fresh entertainment ideas, I’ve got you covered! Here are the 12 best ideas for frugal family fun. These were all shared by Southern Savers readers. You may need a few supplies so order them off Amazon for quickly delivery or do grocery pick-up. Family Fun Ideas 1) […]
I love the simplicity of the Bellacor coffee table (and that it has edges which will keep liquids from spilling on the carpet). I found it for much cheaper to fit our budget better. The Bellacor option is a good bit larger than the frugal look alike, so make sure you pay attention to the […]
I love heading to Lowe’s or Home Depot to ask them for their extra tree clippings to decorate with around the house and make my home smell like Christmas. Have any of you tried using those clippings to make your own garland rather than buying it? This project is super easy and the best part… […]
School is about to start back for most of us and life is going to get a little more hectic. Sometimes we need a little push to help us get in the groove again. I’ve rounded up a few helpful printable household checklists to get us going. Household, Pantry & Freezer Inventory Printables Age-Appropriate Chore […]
My family loves pizza! It is a perfect go-to meal. My secret to great pizza is a 12” brick tile I got at Lowes. It probably seems a little bit strange, but it works. All you need to get is a cheap, unglazed 12″ brick tile from the garden section of your local home improvement […]
