I’ve been working very hard to improve my pictures – not just the pictures that I take for Hobbies on a Budget, but also the ones I take of the people I love and enjoy spending time with. I have a long way to go but part of the fun of blogging and having kids…
Tis the season for holiday candy, baked goods and homemade popcorn balls! We received a great box of JOLLY TIME popcorn just in time to have fun creating some easy tasty popcorn treats! I have never successfully made popcorn balls so I did a quick search and found several super easy recipes that looked like…
How do you display Christmas Cards? Do you tape them to the fireplace mantle? Around a door frame? on a shelf? In a basket? Getting Christmas Cards in the mail is a highlight of every season, but if you can’t see them, it’s harder to enjoy them. We have traditionally taped them to a door…
Earlier this week, I spent 2 hours with my 6-year-old picking out the perfect gift! He was determined to find the perfect Christmas present for his big brother. Now, it may not have seemed like the perfect gift for you or me, but my 6-year-old knows what his big brother will laugh about. I wanted…
When is the last time you and your family have visited a pizza fun place? I have to admit that my kids have never been to Gattitown and it’s been at least 5 years since they’ve been to a place like this. But I think that this would be a fun thing to do over…
It’s time for holiday baking! But if you know me very well, you know that I love easy baking – Nothing complicated for me! I was thrilled to go buy the 4 simple ingredients to make this super easy Peppermint Bark this weekend. Not only was this easy to make, but it turned out perfect…
How do you create personalized gifts when you have a limited budget? Easy! Just buy some cheap iron on transfers and customize something you already have! Not only does this add interest to the pieces in your closet, but it also shows that you have put some thought and effort into the holiday gift. I…
Sending out Christmas cards is something that most people think about, many people intend to, and fewer each year actually accomplish. But this year, I did it! I planned, personalized and accomplished the goal of sending out my Christmas cards! In fact, they have already been received. I thought I would be the very first…
Just a quick reminder! Everywhere you look – you can save money if you remember this important tip! Shop the back of the stores first! The newest and most expensive items are often in the front. If you’re looking to save money, take the time to look at the clearance section and you may save…