Hi! I'm Cassie and I'm so excited to share my new blog with you! I have lots of fun, informative content planned to post here. For my first post, I'd like to introduce myself and my mission here on a Life on a Dime. First and foremost I am a mom, but I was a … Continue reading Hello! Welcome to a Life on a Dime!
Minimalism and Christmas: 5 Tips for Minimalist Holidays
Minimalism and Christmas may not seem like they belong in the same sentence, but I believe they do. The holidays are stressful enough. Why do we make them even more expensive?
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How to Keep the Kids Entertained Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving break starts on the 25th. A mere three weeks from now and all the school children will be home from class. You'd better believe I've already thought of ways to keep my first grader entertained while she's out of school. Here is a survival guide if you will of what I plan to do … Continue reading How to Keep the Kids Entertained Thanksgiving Break
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A Frugal and Almost Free DIY: Laundry Folding Station
My husband was nice enough to whip up a quick and free solution to lack of counter space in our laundry room with this free DIY.
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The Minimalist’s Pre-Holiday To-do List
With Halloween this week I am reminded how time seems to speed up this time of year. With the holidays comes lots of company, special meals with family, and if you have kids... usually more stuff. Even if you keep it simple and minimal-ish around the holidays there are a few very minimalist things to … Continue reading The Minimalist’s Pre-Holiday To-do List
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Comfort Foods for Chilly Nights: Meal Plan Monday
It's hard to believe October is almost over! Where did the month go? Where has the year gone! It's another Meal Plan Monday here at a Life on a Dime and I love this time of year. I love comfort foods for chilly nights! Here is the meal plan for the final installment of Meal Plan Monday on the blog. October is winding down and with it Blogtober.
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Blogtober Final Stretch: Day 27. Bloggers Still Blogging
I've had a lot of fun with Blogtober; I've met new blogger friends, read some great posts from other bloggers, and enjoyed the practice with SEO. The extra blog traffic has been nice too. That being said, there are only 4 days left after today and I will probably take a few days off from posting in November after making it through the Blogtober final stretch!
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Frugal Friends: It Pays to Fix it Yourself
When it comes to taking on home repairs, the task can be daunting. But, with a little elbow grease and a willingness to learn there is a lot of money to be saved.
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Last-Minute Halloween Costumes for Less Than $20!
Halloween is officially less than a week away! Are you ready? Have you figured out you and/or your kids' costumes? If not, no worries! Here are a few last-minute Halloween costumes straight from Amazon. These can be to your door with free two-day shipping with your Prime membership. Don't have a Prime membership? Click to … Continue reading Last-Minute Halloween Costumes for Less Than $20!
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3 Frugal Holiday Dinner Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
Holidays can be expensive. Hosting big family dinners can also be expensive. But they don't have to be! Save yourself some time, money, and stress; try these frugal holiday dinner ideas this Thanksgiving and Christmas and have a great day with your family and friends, instead of stressing in the kitchen or over your budget.
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25 Thoughtful Ideas for Handmade Christmas Gifts
Whether you're on a budget, environmentally conscious, or just want to give more thoughtful gifts here are 25 handmade Christmas gift ideas. The best part is not only are they frugal, but they also aren't just good for Christmas! You can give them year-round!
