Thrifty Thursday
Weekend Wandering
I hope you all are having a wonderful weekend! I want to apologize for our technical difficulties with the link-up on Thursday. I know it was very frustrating for those of you who tried to link up and couldn’t. I am so sorry for any aggravation that may have caused! I’m so happy that many of you did come back when it was finally working to share your great posts again this week. It is always hard to pick my favorites, but here are a few of the links I really loved this week: * * * First of all, this Crock Pot Dump Cake from Moms with ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 11}
Happy Thrifty Thursday everyone! It is once again time to link up your favorite budget friendly posts! Remember that you are welcome to share recipes, craft projects, decorating ideas, savings tips, or any other helpful household pointers. Linking up more than one article is fine too, just please don’t repeat any projects you’ve already shared! And don’t forget to check out a few other links while you’re here–it’s not much of a party if you don’t stay & mingle! Here are the most clicked links from last week: 1. Snails Pace Transformation {4 Alternative Baby Shower Ideas} 2. An Inviting Home {Monthly Budget Breakdown} 3. Passionate Penny Pincher {Dollar Store ... read more
Weekend Wandering
Let me start by saying Happy Mother’s Day to all you moms out there! Treat yourself well today–you deserve it! There were 124 links added to Thrifty Thursday this week and seriously, all I can say is WOW! You all are AMAZING! If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. You will be blown away! Luckily it is Mother’s Day so you’ve got the perfect excuse to sit back, relax, & do a little blog hopping. Here were (just a few of) the things I loved: * * * First of all, these Key Lime Desserts in a Jar from ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 10}
Happy Thrifty Thursday everyone! There is one day left to enter to win a $100 gift certificate from this month’s featured sponsor, BlissOnState.com! If you’d love a hundred bucks to spruce up your spring wardrobe, be sure to pop over to this post to get your name in! Of course now it is time to link up your favorite budget friendly posts! You are welcome to share any recipes, craft projects, decorating ideas, savings tips, or any other helpful household pointers. Linking up more than one article is fine too, just please don’t repeat any projects you’ve already shared! And don’t forget to check out a few other links while ... read more
Weekend Wandering
It has been an intense week and I am definitely ready for a day of rest. Thank you so much to everyone who linked up at Thrifty Thursday this week. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out all of the fabulous recipes, projects, & tips on this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. Here were (just a few of) the things I loved. * * * This Orange Soft Scrub FAIL from Ang Says made me laugh. I could definitely relate! I also loved these Five Tips for New Mystery Shoppers from Moms are Frugal. She gives some great advice if you’ve ever considered earning a little extra pocket money as ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 9}
Happy Thrifty Thursday everyone! I hope your May is off to a fabulous start. This month I’m happy to introduce my featured site sponsor, BlissOnState.com, a darling (and affordable) online boutique founded by my sweet friend Alysha. And if you’d love a chance to win a hundred bucks to spruce up your spring & summer wardrobe, then be sure to enter the giveaway here! But now it is time to link up your favorite budget friendly posts! You are welcome to share any recipes, craft projects, decorating ideas, savings tips, or any other helpful household pointers. Linking up more than one article is fine too, just please don’t repeat any ... read more
Weekend Wandering
Another week–and month–down. Where does the time go? Thank you so much to everyone who linked up at Thrifty Thursday this week. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out all of the fabulous recipes, projects, & tips on this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. It was SO hard to pick my favorites this week, but without further ado, here were (just a few of) the things I loved: * * * First of all, I am pretty much obsessed with the idea of having chickens, which is currently not an option in our deed restricted community. Until we can find a place in the country, I am ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 8}
Happy Thrifty Thursday everyone! It is once again time to link up your favorite budget friendly posts. It can be a recipe, craft project, decorating idea, money-saving tip, or something else….the sky’s the limit here! Also, you are welcome to share more than one post, but please don’t share the same post more than once. Finally, just one more reminder that I am currently accepting submissions for guest posts. Please email me at Ruth@LivingWellSpendingLess.com for guest post guidelines if you are interested. After all the fantastic posts I’ve seen at this party, I know you’d all be amazing! Here are the most clicked links from last week: 1. Joyfully Thriving ... read more
Weekend Wandering
It was another awesome Thrifty Thursday this week! Thank you so much to everyone who linked up. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out all of the fabulous recipes, projects, & tips on this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. And now, without further ado, here were (just a few of) the things I loved this week! * * * How cute and original is this Balloon Wreath from Simple Joys? What a great reusable way to celebrate a birthday or any other occasion. Next I loved these tips for how to Watch Movies on the Big Screen for Less from Snail Pace Transformations. She had some great ideas I had ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 7}
Welcome to Thrifty Thursday! Can you believe this is already the 7th edition of our little link party? Where does the time go? I am having so much fun checking out so many great new blogs each week! As a reminder, any “budget friendly” post is welcome–it can be a recipe, craft, decorating idea, money-saving tip, or something else. The sky’s the limit here! Also, you are welcome to share more than one post, but please don’t share the same post more than once. Also, I wanted to let you all know that I am currently accepting submissions for guest posts! Please email me at Ruth@LivingWellSpendingLess.com for guest post guidelines ... read more
Weekend Wandering
I’m so happy to see our Thrifty Thursday link party continuing to grow. I have found so many awesome tips, recipes, & project ideas! Thank you so much to everyone who linked up. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out all of the links on this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. And now, without further ado, here are my personal favorites from the week! * * * First of all, these Parmesan Zucchini Crisps from Essentially Eclectic looked so delicious I actually wanted to lick my screen. Oh my. I loved this idea for Reusable Coffee Filters & Tea Bags from Hilde Hauc. For a coffee lover, there is ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 6}
Welcome to Thrifty Thursday! It is always so fun to see what fabulous tips, tutorials, & ideas you have to share each week. As a reminder, any “budget friendly” post is welcome–it can be a recipe, craft, decorating idea, money-saving tip, or something else. The sky’s the limit here! Also, you are welcome to share more than one post, but please don’t share the same post more than once. 1. Go Cheap or Go Home {April Challenge: Write it Down} 2. Mission to Save {Five Grocery Saving Tips} 3. Joyfully Thriving {Five Easy Ways to Save Money} 4. Life After Empty Nest {The Organized Stockpile} 5. An Inviting Home {Returning ... read more
Weekend Wandering
It is getting harder & harder to choose any favorites from Thrifty Thursday–there are SO many awesome projects, recipes, & ideas! Thank you so much to everyone who linked up. If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out all of the links on this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. * * * First of all, my daughter immediately spotted this darling American Girl Gymnastics Hoop from The Real Thing with the Coake Family and has not stopped asking if we could make one since. Such a cute idea! Next, I loved this Artwork Display Wall from At the Corner of Happy and Harried–a fabulous solution to the never ending supply of masterpieces that my ... read more
Thrifty Thursday {Week 5}
Welcome to Thrifty Thursday! After all the awesomeness from last week’s party, I truly can’t wait to see what fabulous tips, tutorials, & ideas you all have to share this week. Since a few of you have asked, I thought I would clarify that any “budget friendly” post is welcome–it can be a recipe, craft, decorating idea, money-saving tip, or something else. The sky’s the limit here! Also, you are welcome to share more than one post, but please don’t share the same post more than once. Last week’s Top Ten clicked links: 1. Mission to Save {Create a Budget} 2. The Whole Adventure {Weekly Savings Plan} 3. Pneumatic Addict ... read more
Weekend Wandering
Happy Easter everyone! I hope you are all enjoying a wonderful holiday with your family & friends. Christ is Risen….let’s celebrate! Once again, here are my very favorite posts from Thrifty Thursday and across the web. Thank you so much to everyone who linked up. I am always blown away by all your awesome projects, recipes, & ideas! If you haven’t had a chance, be sure to check out all of the links on this week’s Thrifty Thursday post. * * * First of all, I can’t resist any project that uses Mod Podge, so naturally I was instantly in love with this Ballard Inspired Artwork from Always a Project. Her whole ... read more




















