A protest to rival the uprising against SOPA: in Aaron Swartz’s memory, websites everywhere will add code from TheDayWeFightBack.org to their templates, helping to flood Congress — and the world’s legislative bodies — with calls for an end to mass surveillance. In America, we’re demanding that Congress pass The USA Freedom Act, restoring the Fourth […]
Holiday Thrift Store Hauls
Millions of shoppers sprinted to online sites this holiday season to grab Cyber Monday deals on new merchandise, but for some folks, shopping thrift stores proves just as effective to score a great deal! Holiday thrift shopping offers something more than the traditional online shopping experience. You actually touch and see items as apposed to […]
Famously Frugal for the Holidays
The holidays can mean overindulging, but you can enter the new year without a bloated credit card statement if you go on a “wallet diet.” Being frugal doesn’t mean deprivation. You can have plenty of fun and give generously. Here are ideas for free and low cost gift giving and entertainment during this indulgent and […]
Second Hand Shopping Guide with Thrifty Tips!
While couponing and timing sales can be a good money saving strategy when it comes to bargain shopping, don’t forget about the opportunities at resale stores, where you can also shop for brand names. Sometimes it can take a while to be effective at shopping thrift, but you’re bound to found something beautiful and functional for […]
Halloween Minions!
As a mom of quadruplets I am always looking for affordable and creative ways to make Halloween costumes. This year I got all of my girls costumes from a consignment sale to create 4 Minions from the hit movie, “Despicable Me.” We found 4 yellow/gold long sleeve shirts along with 4 denim jumper dresses. When it’s time to […]
Halloween Thrift Costumes for Kids
Once Upon A Child is a children’s resale store with more than 350 locations across the U.S. that buys and sells children’s apparel, toys, furniture and more. The store buys and sells many different fun Halloween costumes for kids, too. Here are some popular kid costumes for Halloween this year: Smart parents want the […]