If you’re looking to save money on a costume, or even if you want to be unique, then you should try making your own costume. Here are some tips to get you started:
1. Start with a foundation, such as a sweat suit, pajamas, leggings, tights, etc.
2. If you can’t sew then use glue or some other adhesive.
3. […]
A new survey released by Visa Inc. shows that 73% of Americans celebrate and spend money on Halloween. The average family will spend $40 on candy and decorations. Parents with children under 18 will spend $54 on candy and decorations. Dads are said to spend more than moms.
I guess how much you spend depends upon […]
Need a child’s costume for a Christmas play? Need an elf costume or some angel wings? If you do, then you should check out Oriental Trading. Yesterday, I received the new Oriental Trading catalog in the mail. Inside, I found children’s nativity costumes for only $5.95.
I remember when I was a kid and I needed a costume […]
Do you or your child have a thrifty costume this year? If so, please email me a picture and some details. Please include how you acquired it (yard sale, consignment store, hammy down, etc.) and how much it cost. I will be posting some of these pictures and deals later this week. Check back later.
Until […]
Are you still looking for a Halloween costume? Then you should try Martha Stewart’s website.
Martha Stewart has a free pattern on her site that can help you produce 7 different costumes, such as the cape used in this Elvis costume. There are also directions to help you complete the Elvis costume, including a template for making a […]
In a previous post, I mentioned that my mom is now giving me her old Better Homes & Gardens magazines. They are filled with ideas for meals and decorating. Today I was visiting the Better Homes & Garden website and gathered some links for you to easily click on for fall ideas. Enjoy!
Pumpkin carving - […]
Take an additional 20% off Halloween costumes at Disneyshopping.com. To get the sale price, enter the coupon code TREAT20. You must order by October 22 for Halloween delivery. This Jo Jo costume is less than $15, when you use the coupon code. How cute!
Toys R Us also has free shipping on select costumes. Don’t worry, […]
Have you tried looking online for thrifty costume ideas? I visited a few free sites today that I wanted to share with you frugal moms.
Michaels has pages of costume ideas. Each idea includes a picture, the amount of time each one should take to create, the level of skill required, directions, reviews of the idea from other crafters, and a list of materials needed for […]
Are you ready for Halloween? Believe it or not, the day is fast approaching. As the day comes near, the quantity and variety of costumes will become slimmer. Today I received an email from one of my favorite sites, Baby Center. They have a wide selection of Halloween costumes to choose from. Right now they are […]
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