In need of a 2009 calendar? Skip the trip to the store, and print a free one instead. With 21 designs to choose from, you're sure to find at least ... Read More

Hosting a New Year's Eve party? Take advantage of these great resources from around the About network, for a night that's as fun as it is affordable: Bargain Wines Appetizer Recipes Fondue Recipes How ... Read More

Have you resolved to make this the year that you spend less and save more? Then, start taking steps to make it happen today: Get Started More Help with New Year's Resolutions: Get ... Read More

Is a big pile of shredded gift wrap, boxes and packing materials consuming your living room? Don't be too quick to throw it all out! Biodegradable packing peanuts are just ... Read More

In a hurry to get your presents under the tree? Save time and money by wrapping them in materials that you already have on hand: Cheap Christmas Wrap Ideas Photo © Flickr ... Read More

Need a quick gift that won't send you running to the store? Grab some canning jars from your stash and give Carroll Pellegrinelli's recipe for canning jar cakes a go. 15 ... Read More

Getting ready to shop for your Christmas dinner fixings, but not sure how much to buy? Donna Pilato, our guide to Entertaining, has the advice that you need to avoid ... Read More

Dreading the crowds and chaos that goes along with Christmas shopping? Then, skip it. Here's a round-up of homemade gifts and goodies that you can whip up this weekend without ... Read More

Giving cash this Christmas? You can personalize the gift (and skip the expense of a money holder) with just a few minutes of creative folding. Money Origami has instructions for ... Read More

If you have a flexible spending account through your employer, holiday presents aren't the only thing to include on your December shopping list. Check the balance of your FSA account, ... Read More

Cookies, fudge and other holiday treats are fun to make and eat, but those ingredients costs sure can add up. The frugal work around? Make your own colored sugar, peppermint ... Read More

Worried a layoff may be in your future? Spend less time worrying about it and more time preparing for it. A bit of planning and frugal smarts can get you ... Read More

Let the stores keep their pricey gift wrap. You can make your own for a fraction of the price: Homemade Gift Wrap Ideas Related Reading: Everything You Need to Plan A Budget Christmas Bargain ... Read More

Shopping online is a great way to avoid the holiday crowds, but those shipping charges can be killer. One solution? Wait to shop until December 18. 185 stores (and counting) ... Read More

Like to knit? Then, you're in luck. Sarah White, our guide to knitting has several great projects to help you turn your yarn stash into affordable gifts: Knit Christmas Gifts Photo © ... Read More

Need some cheap gift ideas for co-workers, friends and all those secret Santa gift exchanges? We've got ya covered: 6 Gifts Under $5 Do you have a favorite under-$5 gift that you ... Read More

Planning to do some Christmas shopping this weekend? Here are some affordable gift ideas to consider: Best Gifts Under $10 Prefer to stay out of the cold and the crowds? Here are ... Read More

Wish you had more money in your emergency fund? Well, now's the time to do something about it. Pop on over to the Frugal Living forum and join our Emergency ... Read More

Here's a wow-worthy gift idea that won't break the bank: reusable shopping totes made out of t-shirts. Give five or six to someone as a gift or use them in ... Read More

Keep your gift wrap costs down this year by making your own gift boxes out of empty cereal boxes. Once assembled they look just like store-bought shirt boxes: How to Make ... Read More

If you like a good ham bargain, now's the time to call or stop by your local HoneyBaked Ham store. They typically offer a buy one get one free deal on ... Read More