Lemonade, bonfires, late nights…and free time? It sounds like summer is just around the corner! If you’re lucky enough to score your summers off or get to indulge in the ever-popular “summer Fridays”, these DIY projects will not only keep you busy, but are a blast to built and use. Craft date night anyone? Invite
Top 13 Creative Crafts with Crates
Having just moved into a new home, I feel swamped with furniture buying, picture hanging and rug rearranging. While the big purchases are (mostly) done, it’s the knickknacks I’m having trouble placing. Whether it’s a small storage unit for my Real Simple magazines, a place to keep shoes at the front door or simply an
How to Save Money on Craft Supplies
If you’ve been following Frugal Beautiful for any length of time, you know how I love to get my DIY on. I find crafting and creating to be super therapeutic and fulfilling. But being a thrifty, frugal gal, I always have my mind on the bottom line before starting a project. Otherwise, one can easily
How to Balance Debt Repayment with Holiday Expenses
Paying off debt is hard enough on a normal day. Forcing yourself to continue living frugally during the holidays can be downright depressing. But don’t despair quite yet, my dears. There are plenty of ways to have a joyful, fun-filled holiday season while sticking to your debt-repaying guns. Save, Save, Save If you are determined
Top 11 DIY Hostess Gifts for the Giving Season
‘Tis the season of dinner parties, family gatherings and friendsgivings! It seems as if every weekend now through January 1st is booked up with warm get-togethers and winter festivities. While it’s always polite to bring dish to pass at these potluck events, it’s especially important to share a small gift with the hostess for taking
