- Use your reward points to get free food. You don't need any of that stuff in the rewards catalog (well, maybe the movie passes), but you need food. And it usually takes way fewer points than the rewards.
- Make a document with a list of items you typically shop for, print it out each week and keep it where you can circle things as you run out of them. This not only ensures everything gets onto the list, it gives you an idea how much you buy every week.
- Try the store brand version of one item every week. They won't
Seven Ways to Save on Groceries in the New Year
by Jane Wangersky December 28th, 2010 | Budget, Food & Beverages, Money Saving Hints
Step 3 – Teaching Children to Shop
by Candi Sparks December 23rd, 2010 | Kids and Money, Shopping Secrets
Children can become savvy shoppers when they learn from the world’s best role model - YOU! To raise a smart shopper, there are things that you can do before, during and even after a shopping trip to model money saving habits.
Let the children help to unpack the items that are unbreakable and that they can manage easily. During the time spent unpacking, review what purchases were made. Discuss which items fall in the “needs” category and which are in the “wants“ category. It feels great to be able to get both, but some shopping trips can only cover the
Let the children help to unpack the items that are unbreakable and that they can manage easily. During the time spent unpacking, review what purchases were made. Discuss which items fall in the “needs” category and which are in the “wants“ category. It feels great to be able to get both, but some shopping trips can only cover the
Decorating Your Bedroom
by Jaclyn Abergas December 21st, 2010 | Home Shopping
And now, we've reached a more private sanctum of the house. This is the place for relaxation and peace, so it's always important for the design, furniture and things to really reflect that.
1. Carefully choose the colors of your room. This will be the place where you will be sleeping. The colors, whether bright or subdued have to keep you asleep and not awake for most of the night. Colors will also affect the look of the room. For example, brighter colors will make a small room big and darker colors will make a big room smaller.
2. Choose a
1. Carefully choose the colors of your room. This will be the place where you will be sleeping. The colors, whether bright or subdued have to keep you asleep and not awake for most of the night. Colors will also affect the look of the room. For example, brighter colors will make a small room big and darker colors will make a big room smaller.
2. Choose a
Shopping For Comfortable Pumps
by Anna P. December 14th, 2010 | Budget, Fashion Guide, Online Shopping Hints, Women's Shopping
When it comes to shopping for shoes, pumps and high heels remain supreme. All women love a great pair of shoes that boost their height and confidence. Of course, the perfect pair of pumps varies from person to person as we all have different styles and needs. Some want a lower heel, others want a cushioned footbed, and then there are those people who like fancy footwear with lots of embellishments. One thing that everyone can agree on is comfort. Nobody wants to wear a pair of shoes for about 12 hours a day only to come home and
Gift Ideas For Fashionistas
by Anna P. December 7th, 2010 | Budget, Fashion Guide, Women's Shopping
Holiday shopping in general is tough, but shopping for your fashionable friends and family makes it even tougher. You want to find a gift that pleases but there may be a few factors that are getting in the way, namely the budget and location (you won't find Gucci in just any store in Omaha, Nebraska). Don't despair though, as any savvy shopper can find beautiful fashion gifts for all. Here are a few terrific ideas!
Stylish Accessories
A new pair of designer sunglasses or a luxe scarf costs way less than a leather jacket or new pair of pumps! Keep their
Stylish Accessories
A new pair of designer sunglasses or a luxe scarf costs way less than a leather jacket or new pair of pumps! Keep their
