Search Results for: tag shoestring budget

Chicago on a Shoestring

This is it. The countdown to my favorite event of the summer is on and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Soon I will enjoy an entire day where I don’t count a single calorie or contemplate what a combination of deep-fried pickles, Pad Thai, a Flintstones-sized BBQ turkey leg, alligator nuggets, and chocolate-dipped strawberry cheesecake on a stick will do to my digestive tract. If you too dream of experiencing the epicurean delight, also known as The Taste of Chicago, but your budget is far smaller than your appetite, check out the following Windy City travel deals: A Taste of … Continue reading →

How to Decorate on a Dime

Decorating your home means setting out accessories, choosing furniture and designing a layout for your living space. To set up your home the way you want it can be expensive, even if you do shop at discount home furnishings and accessories stores. However, with a little creativity, you can decorate any living space on a tight budget. First and foremost, you should layout a budget for each room of your home. You will need to make a commitment to stick to this budget, no matter what. Any deviation could put you into debt – and you will want to stay … Continue reading →