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Spain on a Budget

Travel

As a frugalista I still want to travel and not let a small budget hold me back! The challenge can Spain be done on a budget? I think it can, when we went the Canadian dollar was $1.44 to one euro, not the best, but we still managed. To keep it simple all amounts are in

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Friday the 13th

Frugal Fashion

I thought it would be fun to wear a stylish yet very Friday the 13th outfit today! I have had this BCBG pant suit for a year, but never had the guts to wear it. Well it’s time. I think it really needs the belt. I am one of these people that always looks bigger

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DIY Leather Mouse Pad

DIY•Easy Diy's

I recently bought a wireless mouse to help me edit photos, but I totally forgot about a mouse pad! I went to a local store to purchase one and couldn’t believe it when the cheapest one was $15! My frugalista self marched right out of there, determined to make my own mouse pad! On the

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Free Birthday

Money Saving Tips

Ok I know I can afford my own latte or lip gloss, but it’s kind of fun being treated on your birthday! Today is my birthday and in honor of this day, here is a gift for you! My top seven picks for free birthday items. Please note, some of these are specifically for Vancouver,

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Frugal Plaid

Frugal Fashion

FRUGAL FASHION FRIDAY – Plaid Edition I love plaid! I think it’s fun to dress up or keep casual. I wear it to the office, around the house and on nights out with some bling! I scored this amazing black and white plaid shirt dress for $5 at a thrift store and find it

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Meal Planning

Money Saving Tips

Here we are at the start of a new year, with the chance to introduce changes and create new habits. Both of which are never easy. I find it best to start with one area, where do I really want to improve? It appears over the past couple years meal planning has been a big theme

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DIY Felt Bunting

DIY•Holiday Diy's

I wanted to create a DIY holiday photo booth, but our beige wall looked really boring. I was trying to save money by creating a little photo booth so wanted my décor to also be affordable! I used some leftover yarn and 4 sheets of green felt, spending a total of $2.50. I think this definitely

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Snow Day

Frugal Fashion

Vancouver has been getting some snow lately, which is so fun! It means I get to pull out my warmest clothes and bundle up. I don’t usually buy jackets new and love vintage! I found this Canadian made wool coat a couple winters ago, and was a great score at my hometown Value Village. Vintage

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Gifts Under $50

Money Saving Tips

I had a few people wonder how I could stick to my $50 holiday budget, I thought it was easy, so I wanted to show what I’ve bought! I have seen a lot of these holiday lists where they list items under $100, but it’s one gift! I really like to have a few little

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DIY Advent Calendar

DIY•Holiday Diy's

Tis the season for advent calendars! As a child I loved opening my advent calendar each day! Now as an adult I thought it would be fun to use an advent calendar for those little practical gifts! Here’s what you’ll need: * Craft Paper * Glue * Paint or a Pen * String or Animals –

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