Frugal Living December 2010 Archive

We're days away from the start of a new year. Have you thought about what you hope to accomplish? Share your resolutions and draw inspiration from other reader's resolutions. Get Started ... Read More

Turn a creative eye on them, and this year's Christmas cards could become next year's gifts and gift wrap: Christmas Card Placemats Christmas Card Coasters Greeting Card Boxes Greeting Card Tags More Christmas Card Crafts Photo ... Read More

Did you rack up some holiday debt this year, despite your best intentions? Follow the instructions in this no-nonsense guide to get rid of it quickly: How to Eliminate Holiday Debt ... Read More

Still have some Christmas shopping to do? Save your sanity (and some cash) by giving gift cards that come with a bonus. More Last-Minute Money-Savers: Printable Christmas Gift Tags Make Your Own Gift ... Read More

Have a million things to do before your family arrives? Turn to vinegar and

This time of year, we tend to look ahead to the new year and our new goals; but we should also take time to reflect on the past year and ... Read More

Has your holiday baking left you with small amounts of buttermilk, heavy cream or another ingredient that you don't normally use? Here are ideas to ensure those extras don't go ... Read More

Need a gift idea for a book lover, a techie or a gardener? We've got affordable options for all of these and more: Affordable Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List Related ... Read More

Paying for shipping makes me cringe. If you have the same aversion, today is your lucky day. More than 1,000 retailers are offering free shipping deals in honor of Free ... Read More

Crowds and cold weather? Not a good combination. Pull out some canning jars, and knock out the rest of your gift list without stepping foot outdoors: Gifts in a Jar Related Reading: Printable ... Read More

Need a 2011 calendar or a refill for your planner? Choose one of our printable versions, and you won't have to buy one. We even have black and white options ... Read More

Dip into your craft stash for everything you need to make one of these fabulous baby gifts: 8 Homemade Gifts for Babies Related Reading: The Big List of Homemade Gifts Photo © Erin Huffstetler Follow ... Read More

I happen to be spoiled by a husband that bakes bread three times a week, but not everyone is. Why not surprise someone on your gift list with a some ... Read More

Looking for some cold-weather fun this weekend? Groupon is offering

December is almost half over.

Toddlers are the easiest to impress with a homemade gift: 14 Homemade Gifts for Toddlers Related Reading: Affordable Gifts for the Whole Family Photo © Erin Huffstetler Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter

Choose carefully, and you can even wow a teen with a homemade gift: 17 Homemade Gifts for Teens Related Reading: More Frugal Gift Ideas Photo © Erin Huffstetler Follow on Facebook | Follow on Twitter

Stumped on what to give the boys on your gift list? Wow them with something you made yourself: Homemade Gifts for Boys Related Reading: The Big List of Homemade Gifts Photo © Flickr user ... Read More

Grab your change jar, and head to the nearest Coinstar machine. Now through December 31, when you cash in $40 in coins and choose a gift card to iTunes, Lowe's, ... Read More

Make this the year that you ditch store-bought wrapping paper for good. Here are lots of fun alternatives that you can make: Homemade Gift Wrap Ideas Related Reading: Make Your Own Gift Bows Make ... Read More

Cheap stocking stuffers don't have to be junky stocking stuffers. This hair band ball is a great idea for girls, and it takes just minutes to make: Hair Band Ball Instructions More ... Read More