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Have a Very Frugal Thanksgiving

Often I am thankful I live in the Midwest at this time of year. It has its seasonal benefits! I can decorate my home with free items, just by walking outside my back door! In fact, a quick walk through my yard warranted a nice variety of really interesting and beautiful items to decorate with. Bring the Great Outdoors In From leaves, to pine cones, acorns to berries and everything in between, it seems to be accounted for in my yard. How about yours? Beyond just those simple items that seem to be abundant in many areas, many people can … Continue reading →

Quick Decorating Tips For Thanksgiving

Decorating for the holidays can be a tiresome chore. We want our house to look festive and decorative, but it can be costly all the same. It doesn’t have to be! You can do a lot of different things around your home to bring the festivity of the holiday to every corner without breaking the bank each time! The Table: – When decorating your Thanksgiving table, think colors. Browns, yellows, oranges, and reds are what symbolizes the season. – Use food for decorating. Pumpkins, gourds, grapes, pomegranates, apples and other items are perfect for a Thanksgiving table. – Use clusters … Continue reading →

Countdown To The Holidays

It’s official (just pop into any retail store) the Holiday countdown has begun. As of today there are 18 days left until Thanksgiving, 41 days until the start of Hanukkah, and 50 days until Christmas. Are you ready? If you aren’t then you’ll want to make frequent visits to the HOME blog over the next few weeks. I have a feeling you won’t be disappointed. Sherry, Marjorie and I will provide you with some our favorite holiday decorating tips and share practical information about preparing your home for all those out-of-town guests. To get you started, here are a few … Continue reading →

Post Halloween Pumpkin Decorating Ideas

In a previous blog I provided tips on what to do with all that leftover Halloween candy. Well, how about those leftover Halloween pumpkins (not the ready carved jack-o’-lanterns—those will disintegrate on their own if you leave them out long enough). I’m talking about all those un-carved pumpkins that you just couldn’t resist purchasing in the days leading up to Halloween. (Two days before Halloween our local Wal-Mart was selling pumpkins for a dollar—today they are down to 50 cents.) Here are some tips that will allow you to take advantage of those cheap pumpkins, while adding a touch of … Continue reading →

Decorating Your Home For The Holidays—Tips On How NOT To Become a Statistic

It’s not even Halloween, but there are some people in my town who are already pulling Rudolph out of the garage for his annual planting on the front lawn. (Frankly, I don’t blame them, we’ve been experiencing winter-like temperatures for more than a week now). Ah, yes, the beginning of the holiday season means homeowners around the world will soon be making the obligatory climb to rooftop to attach a festive string of blinking lights. But before you pull out the ladder consider this: according to the National Safety Council, taking a fall is the leading cause of home fatalities. … Continue reading →

Halloween Decorations: Pumpkin Pole

Okay, I know everyone here has heard of a totem pole. Well, this is a similar idea, only it’s a pumpkin pole. This cute decoration can be used as a table topper, near the front door, or anywhere you like. Items Needed: Styrofoam balls (small, medium, and large) Orange and black craft paint Paintbrush or sponge Green pipe cleaners (or the nicer chenille stems) Glue Scissors Toothpicks Instructions: Start by flattening out the bottom of the large Styrofoam ball a little (so it will stand without moving). Paint each of the balls with the orange craft paint. You can use … Continue reading →

A Frugal Decoration: Candy Corn Candle Holder

Creating inexpensive decorations for holiday time can not only be a fun family activity, but it’s a great way to use what you have, or only purchase cheap, inexpensive supplies. Several years ago, I made candy corn votive holders. I thought I would share so that you too can make these inexpensive, easy decorations to place around your home. I created these with my son when he was about three or four. He is twelve now and we’ve used them every year since. And now I see manufactured candle holders quite similar to these at the stores for quite a … Continue reading →

Frugal Halloween Decorations Made By Hand (2)

More fun and frugal ideas for decorating are offered here. I gave you a couple yesterday in Frugal Halloween Decorations Made By Hand (1). I enjoy making my Halloween decorations because it saves money, and is a great family activity. Here are a few more ideas to get you going and get you in that creative Halloween spirit! Pots, Pots and More Pots I love decorating with clay pots. Painting on them for some reason is a huge tension release. And holiday time is a great time to have some fun. You can use these pots to hold candy, plants … Continue reading →

Frugal Halloween Decorations Made By Hand (1)

Halloween is a fun family time with crafts and decorations that can be made. Decorating a home at Halloween can be a whole family affair from the cutest pumpkins to the scariest monsters and skeletons. Except buying all the fun Halloween decorations can be expensive. Instead, consider making your own out of things you might already have. Save money, be creative, have fun and still be able to decorate for this spooky holiday. Candle Path Lights You’ve seen them. Those cute little bag style candle holders with cut outs that you are supposed to set along your driveway, sidewalk or … Continue reading →

Daring Frugal Ideas for Autumn Decorating

As mentioned before, Fall is my favorite season, and of course I love to decorate the house to reflect that. From a wreath on my door to simple decorations around my home, I love bringing fall indoors and enjoying it. These ideas that I have used have come from all over the places, but every single one of them is an inexpensive alternative to a more pricey store bought version. Saving money is important to me, family time is even more important. So while I am keeping money in my wallet, I am able to combine my love for crafts … Continue reading →