Thrifty Mommy

October 31st, 2007

Turkey butt was a Butt-erfly

No pun intended but I couldn’t resist. How did I get such a little cutie pie!?!?!

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By kellys -- 2 comments

October 31st, 2007

Wordless Wednesday: Happy Halloween

Uniqua from The Backyardigans and Spiderman.  Gotta love those muscles.  lol

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By Karen -- 9 comments

October 30th, 2007

b5 Halloween Articles

I was surfing the other b5 Family & Relationships blogs tonight and thought you might like these articles I found on Halloween.  There is a wide range of interesting, helpful, and funny.  Enjoy!  :)
Enjoying a Safe Halloween
Trick or Treat Dilemma
Free Pumpkin Stencils
Halloween Out There
Ahem! Some of Us Don’t Need Halloween to Dress Up
Halloween Costumes and […]

By Karen -- 2 comments

October 23rd, 2007

Free Pumpkin Stencils

Better Homes and Gardens has a free pumpkin stencil maker on their site.  You do have to be a member to use it, but it only takes a few seconds to sign up.  There are many different choices for eyes, nose, and mouths.  You can have your pumpkin stencil created and printed in less than […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

October 22nd, 2007

Top 10 Do-it-Yourself Costume Tips

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.  […]

By Karen -- 4 comments

October 11th, 2007

How Much Will You Spend on Halloween?

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 […]

By Karen -- 5 comments

October 3rd, 2007

Free Site for Finding Halloween Activities

Looking for a festival or carnival to take your kids to?  Want to promote your church or school fall festival?  If so, then check out GooGhoul.  Simply type in your zip code and GooGhoul will show you the activities in your area.  Be sure and check back later in the month after more events have […]

By Karen -- 1 comment

September 30th, 2007

When Waiting Pays Off

It was settled.  My daughter was going to be a princess for Halloween.  I mean, why not?  She already has 3-4 princess outfits, plus I picked up some cute little white glittery shoes at Target for 75% off.  But then it happened.
We went to Target and we spotted a Uniqua Backyardigans costume.  Backyardigans has been her […]

By Karen -- 6 comments

October 29th, 2006

Do You Have a Thrifty 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 […]

By Karen -- 1 comment

October 24th, 2006

7 Costumes From One Pattern

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 […]

By Karen -- 0 comments