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Don’t Waste Money on Paper

I haven’t bought new scrapbook paper in more than a year. After crunching some numbers following the purchase of my new computer printer, I discovered I could save money by buying additional ink and simply printing out free paper offered on the Internet. For nearly a decade I spent wads of cash purchasing stacks of patterned paper from scrapbook supply stores. The selection at my local shop is incredible and I don’t regret my buys; however, these days the World Wide Web is the gateway to a plethora of paper options, some of which you don’t need to spend a … Continue reading →

The Greatest Scrapbooking Challenges

Scrapbooking is a fun and creative hobby, which helps to create a lasting legacy for our future generations. For some it is nothing more than a creative outlet, but for many of us, it is truly a hobby in which we enjoy getting our photographs scrapped and into our albums and showing them off to our family and friends. Yet still, no matter how much we love our hobby, there are challenges that many of us face. Here are the three greatest scrapbooking challenges. Time It has been said before, time management has become such a problem for many that … Continue reading →

3 Simple Things Not To Do To Save Money

With the economy in such an uproar, and the cost of living rising every single day, it is becoming increasingly difficult for many to set aside much of anything these days. With a few helpful hints, you might be able to save a little here and there, and not spend money on what you don’t need, or could live without. Here are three things you should not do if you are wanting to save money. Convenience Store Shopping – Don’t go! Stay clear away from gas stations except when purchasing gasoline, drug stores except when shopping for prescriptions and other … Continue reading →

5 Great Organizational Tips For Your Scrapbooking Area

Organizing could almost be considered a hobby all on its own. Many people actually enjoy the process of organizing and seem to almost always have some project going at one time or another. I love to organize, especially when it comes down to my scrapbooking. Being able to find something fast is important as well as a prime key to my productivity. Here are 5 great scrapbooking tips to get you organized: 1. Project Drawer – Having a project drawer is an awesome way to store projects that are currently in use. You can purchase something specifically for it, or … Continue reading →

Tips to Remember When Spending on Scrapbook Supplies

With tax season over today, and everyone shuffling to get those last minute returns filed, I thought I would remind you of some good ways to spend your money on scrapbooking supplies. I don’t know too many scrapbooker’s who don’t purchase something for themselves with the tax money they get back. Here are a few tips to spending wisely. The Dollar Per Use Rule – Before you spend any money at all on a scrapbooking tool or supply, be sure that it is something you really think you will use. Keep in mind that there is a dollar to use … Continue reading →

Frugal Car Repair and Maintenance Tips

Cars are a place where saving money is not always possible. They are also a place that quality should not be compromised. However, there are a few ways you can save money on car repairs and car maintenance. Here are a few tips. Oil Change/Regular Tune Up – A regular oil change can add to the life of your automobile. A healthy car is a long lasting car. A good rule of thumb is to change the oil every 3000 miles or so. This tip comes from our local oil change store. The manager confirmed that a car with regular … Continue reading →

3 Fantastic Kitchen Tips

Often I am asked for tips in the kitchen, and seeing that it is one of my favorite rooms in the house (other than my scrap room), I love to share tips for saving money in the kitchen. While I have dozens of other tips that might not save money but would be fun to do, these do save money. 1. Cookbooks Save your money and do not purchase these wallet drainers. Most cookbooks are beautiful, colorful and filled with delectable recipes. Except for our family, we don’t make even half of the recipes in the book. It is much … Continue reading →

Collecting Non-Traditional Scrapbooking Embellishments

Scrapbooker’s are constantly on the lookout for new and innovative items to use or try in their scrapbooks. This carries over even beyond the local craft store and scrapbooking store. This happens when they are browsing the local dollar store, or the local hardware store. But what about looking around your own home? We had a pile of clothing set aside to donate. It had been sitting there waiting for me to go through it, because I knew there were some pieces that just wouldn’t be good for someone else. Some had missing buttons, holes in the knee, tears on … Continue reading →

Using Coupons For Scrapbooking Supplies

If you have been scrapbooking for any length of time, you have probably seen the cost of certain products and wondered why in the world someone would pay so much for something. And then you probably even wonder, “Do I need that?”. Well, I cannot answer the latter for you, that is a personal decision, but I can try to help you with the cost of the item. Many stores have weekly coupons that come out. Usually they are found in the newspaper, though visiting websites for your favorite store can often provide you with a printable coupon for your … Continue reading →

Four Great Food Tips To Save Money

As I know I have mentioned before, saving money in the kitchen is almost a hobby of mine. I absolutely adore cooking and therefor, spend a great amount of time assuring that I am doing it for the least amount possible. Here are five great tips for food: Bacon: Do you ever purchase bacon on sale, stock up, pop it in the freezer and then forget about it? Obviously it takes a bit to thaw so if you want bacon for breakfast you’ve got a long wait. When you bring the bacon home, spend a little bit of time cooking … Continue reading →