From the monthly archives:

November 2010

30 Days of Homemade Gifts: Star Wars Gifts

Yesterday, I shared info on how to make Williams Sonoma style hurricane candle holders using dollar store items. Today, I want to focus on some homemade gifts for the kids. One of the most popular toy items for kids is anything regarding Star Wars. Here’s a whole bevy of ideas with the Star Wars theme: [...]

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30 Days Of Homemade Gifts: Dollar Store Hurricane Lamps In Williams-Sonoma Style

One of the most popular posts here at Not Made of Money is the one I wrote about 50 homemade gift ideas. That post has been viewed by over one million people in the last 2 years and has received lots of news coverage including print and radio. I was even surprised (shocked!) last year [...]

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The 5 am Cup of Tea – November 3, 2010 – Leftover Halloween Candy, Frugal Decorating, Thanksgiving, Christmas, & More Edition

Finding time to blog when you have a houseful of children is impossible a bit difficult. Over the last 4 years of blogging here on Not Made of Money I’ve found that early morning hours are the best time for me to work. Mostly because the house is quiet and I can actually think clearly [...]

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Finding The Best Deals On Black Friday

Can’t believe it’s November 1st already! Thanksgiving is just around the corner and of course that means “Black Friday” shopping is nearly here. It’s the day when some of the best deals on clothes, sporting goods, appliances, books, electronic gadgets, and toys can be found, both online and at the brick and mortar stores. The [...]

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