By LisaThompson
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Loose Change
Image by Wonderlane via FlickrThere are some people who hate change and some people who love change. I happen to be one of those people that loves change. I'd rearrange my furniture every month and redecorate every year if my budget would allow for it. Unfortunately, it doesn't.
By LisaThompson
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Money Saving Tips
Image by reiner.kraft via FlickrThis is my favorite time of year! December is a busy month full of time spent with family and friends. People go out of their way to spread a little extra holiday cheer. And homes are decorated beautifully. There are so many beautiful trees and lights.
And while some people are sad to see Christmas end, I'm always excited about the thought of the new year. 2012 is just around the corner. It's a time for fresh beginnings and new starts! It's a time to turn your dreams into realities.
This week, my husband and I will sit down and create our budget for 2012. We'll assess 2011, figure out what worked, what didn't work, and what we can do better. One of the items that is now a must in our budget is our home decor/home improvement budget.
This is one of the areas that people often overlook in their budget, especially when they have limited funds. Amazingly enough, it's one of those areas where a little money can go a long way. By setting aside a little money each month, you can transform your home into a place you love to be.
Here are some great ways to make your home look a little fresher without spending a ton of money.
By LisaThompson
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Shop Smarter
Image by normanack via FlickrI know it may seem a little premature to plan for after-Christmas sales, but a little planning can go a long way in helping you save money. While many of you regularly head out the day after Christmas to purchase typical Christmas items
(wrapping paper, ornaments, etc.), there are many other items that are deeply discounted after Christmas and many of these items can be used all year long.
Here are 5 home decor items that you can get for a steal after Christmas:
By LisaThompson
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Stuff We Like
Last week, I shared
5 Inexpensive Items that Will Transform Your Home at Christmas. This week, I've got some more holiday decor help for you.
It may seem like gorgeous Christmas decor is out of your range, but many
of the gorgeous expensive home decor items that you see while you're
out shopping can be made for a fraction of the price. Here are five DIY
Christmas Decor projects that can be made for under $5 each.
By lisasaves
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6 months ago
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GiveawaysStaff
The holiday season is in full swing and for many of us that equates to parties, gatherings and travel. While many are apt to leave home and visit others, there may be a select group of us who consider "nesting" to be quite the option during the holidays. If you're pregnant/expecting, recently given birth or simply love the idea of home decor and more, then this prize is for you!
By stella.louise
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Stuff We Like
One of the benefits of living in Santa Monica is its proximity to the ocean lends itself to more temperate weather during the hot summer months. Unlike Valley residents, beach dwellers can usually keep cool through the use of fans rather than more expensive and energy draining A/C.
While I'm a proponent of the basic box fan, there are more decorative alternatives for those who prefer form to function. I bring you
Deco Breeze fans which combines both form AND function.
