How to Celebrate a Birthday on a Budget: Bright Ideas That Don’t Break the Bank
I love birthdays. Celebrating someone’s life is just so special. But spending money on birthdays can sometimes get out of hand. Here are some ways you can celebrate someone’s big day without costing an arm and a leg, while still having a great time. We often tie a birthday’s success to its price tag. A […]
Touring Plovdiv: My Budget Solo Trip to Bulgaria Day Two
This post almost wasn’t going to happen, because this day trip almost didn’t happen. Plovdiv was one of the original places I’d considered going on my trip to Bulgaria, but then I booked my hostels in Burgas and Varna only, since I didn’t think I’d have a car for my trip, so I thought Plovdiv […]
How to Choose Safe Plush Toys for Kids
Nothing like a lovable stuffed animal for your kid. But there are safety risks with these. Here are some suggestions on how to safely pick the best stuffed animal plushies for your kids while keeping frugality in mind. A child clutches a soft bear during bedtime. The toy brings comfort after a long day. Parents […]
Interview with Hug Center Hostel Long Term Residents: My Budget Solo Bulgaria Trip
Left to right: Paul, James, a guest who wasn’t part of the interview but joined the photo, and Jenny at the Hug Center Hostel’s outdoor common area. In my last post about my frugal solo trip to Bulgaria, I mentioned staying at the Hug Center Hostel and meeting the people who live there long term. […]
Byala, Burgas and Hug Center Hostel: My Budget Solo Trip to Bulgaria, Day One:
After starting off with a literal bang, a car accident, the rest of my day, once I actually arrived in Bulgaria, went off beautifully, without a hitch. When I made my original itinerary for my trip it was before I had decided to have a rental car, so I had planned on only going to […]
Achieve a Dust Free Home for Less
I’m terrible at keeping dust under control in my house. Dust is something every homeowner struggles with, but taking care of it doesn’t have to be expensive. You don’t need fancy tools or costly cleaning services to enjoy a cleaner home. With a few simple techniques, you can reduce dust, breathe easier, and create a […]
My Upcoming Trip Abroad to Bulgaria
I’ve waited on tenterhooks for this day to get closer, but as it’s only four days away, I think it’s about time I share my next frugal trip abroad. The reason I didn’t share earlier is because I had a trip to Malta back in May that was canceled for reasons out of my control […]
10 Unique Indoor Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
When your kid is a tween and you want to celebrate with them, birthday parties with a theme tend to be a big hit. And when you have a themed party, you can often keep down the cost of your party as long as it fits within the theme. Here are 10 unique indoor birthday […]
Simple Homemade Low Sugar Fruity Electrolyte Drink Recipe
I recently shared my low-sugar electrolyte drink recipe that I’ve been drinking lately, made with mint or lemon verbena, and it yields 1.5 liters. It’s a great way to get electrolytes without consuming too much sugar and without any artificial sweeteners. I wanted to create a sports drink based on my original, non low sugar, […]
How to Save Money on Fashion Photography
Have you ever thought about getting a fashion photoshoot but didn’t want to spend a fortune on it? While it can seem like professional images always come with premium price tags, a little planning, creative styling, and smart choices about photographers, locations, lighting, and editing can turn your vision into magazine-worthy results on a sensible […]
