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Sometimes it's good to stop and appreciate things. It's a way for us to reflect and enjoy the moment for what it is.
When we are constantly living a frugal lifestyle, it can seem like we are missing out, but in reality we are surrounded with riches of another sort.
Take for instance the simplicity of the experience of food. We can either eat for satiety or we can eat and enjoy the experience of the flavors we are tasting.
I challenge you, this season, to do something that is not only affordable, but an experience in enjoying the moment.
This is an activity you can do on your own or with children. When you go to the grocery store, choose one or two apples of each variety. When you go home, slice them up and taste each slice individually and have an apple tasting. You will discover the subtle differences in each apple variety and may even find a new favorite.
This will probably cost you less than $5 to do depending on how many apples you choose, but it will be an experience you will enjoy. If you are involving your family, young children can develop their vocabulary by practicing the names of all the varieties of apples, you can talk about texture and use descriptive words when evaluating the flavors together.
Then, once you've tasted the different types of fresh apples, you may want to try some of these easy recipes with the leftovers.
Easy Crockpot Apple Butter
Sauteed Apples
Ham, Swiss and Apple Wraps
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thredUp is having a Pre-Holiday Clearance Sale!
Over 50,000 items are on sale and prices start as low as $3.49.
This sale is going on today through next Monday 10/28/13 at 11:59PM PST
No promo code needs to be applied, prices are as shown.
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Kids get a FREE Scary Face Pancake at IHOP on October 31st!
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Here's an idea:
Hancock Fabrics has Halloween prints on sale for $2.99/yd. This is a great sale, and you can sign up for the FREE Bag Making Basics: Drawstring Bags & Bucket Bag Mini Class from Craftsy and use the Bucket Bag pattern to make a Halloween pail.
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I
am always looking for fun craft projects to do with my daughter because
she's quite crafty too. Last year we decided to create some felt
"monsters" to add to our Halloween wreath.
This year we will continue the tradition.
This is definitely one of the most frugal craft projects you can do. All
you need is felt, a needle and embroidery thread, buttons and some sort
of stuffing. We already have everything on hand because earlier in the year I picked up some felt on clearance.
You
don't even need a template, just find pictures of Halloween monsters,
witches and pumpkins or make up your own crazy creature. There are no
rules here, this is the time of year to let the imaginations of your
little ones take the lead.
These
monsters are really easy to make. Create your own pattern and have fun
with it! You can fold the felt in half so that you can cut a front and
back side at the same time.
Be
adventurous with the felt colors, but I do recommend getting gray for
sure. It is one color that I missed and wished I would have included in
our collection.
Choose some embroidery thread in complimentary Halloween-y
colors.
You'll need a good embroidery needle.
I found these needles at an estate sale in a grab bag, so they cost me
just pennies but they are very nice needles. I find the best craft stuff
at estate sales and my very favorite thing is to find the craft items
in their original packaging. How I wish 60 cents was the going retail
price these days...
You won't need very much stuffing or fiber fill, and you really
don't even have to stuff your monsters, but I wanted to because it gave
them more
character.
We have a collection of odd buttons that I keep in an organizer for
these sorts of projects. This project is one that is perfect for buttons
of odd shapes and sizes, because it lends personality to your "monster".
The Frankenstein-ish character my daughter made looks just perfect with an easter egg button nose...
This
project is frugal and super fun to do. This year, we are going to make pumpkins, silly monster faces and ghosts and who
knows what else.
I hope you enjoy making your own mini felt monsters for Halloween.
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From now until 12/31, Mabel's Labels is offering their limited edition Stocking Stuffer Combos and Holiday Return Address Labels!
The Stocking Stuffer Combos make the perfect stocking stuffer, party
favor, and personalized add-on to other gifts. Best of all, you only
pay $30 for 6 sets!
The Holiday Return Address Labels are adorable and
come in a variety of exclusive limited-edition Holiday designs.
Don't
miss your chance to shop these great offers!
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Fabulous sale alert!
Don't miss your chance to shop the 15% off storewide event at Zinc Door, 10/15-11/14, with promo code ZINC15.
Now is the time to stock up on essentials for the holidays by
preparing your home for upcoming parties and visitors.
Browse furniture,
lighting, home accessories, entertainment essentials and more.
Be sure
to check out Zinc Door today!
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Today is the Great Pumpkin Crafting Event at Michaels from 1pm-3pm. My daughter I have done this every year and we are hoping to go today as well. We always have a good time and I enjoy helping her to create a fantastic pumpkin!
Here are the details:
Get the whole family in the spirit of Halloween. Join us on Saturday,
October 5, for our Great Pumpkin Crafting Event. Just $5 per 9” craft
pumpkin, includes supplies. Offer available while supplies last.
