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9 Homemade Gift Ideas: Frugal and Fast

December 6, 2011

 
Written by Mindy, Contributing Writer
I have always loved making, giving, and receiving handmade gifts.  There is just something very special about a gift that somebody takes the time to make themselves!
As much as I’ve always loved making gifts to give others, I do…ahem…have a history of not completing all of my handmade gifts on time.  [...]

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Homemade and Frugal Christmas Ideas

November 15, 2010

Written by Kate Tietje, Contributing Writer
Christmas is coming…soon!  It’s a huge, commercial, and expensive holiday. Many families spend well over $1000, and some far more than that, on Christmas presents and paraphernalia every year.  For families who are trying to be frugal or have to stick to a budget, it can be hard to provide [...]

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1000th Post Party Giveaway: Marie-Madeline Studio Fabric and Patterns

June 15, 2010

Marie-Madeline Studio is a company that I love to support and am thrilled to have as both an advertiser this month, and also a giveaway sponsor this week!
A couple of years ago, I ran a giveaway for one of their Chic Sisters aprons and was tickled to receive my own apron and a Gracie [...]

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