special occasions Archives
18 frugal mother’s day gift ideas
It’s Mother’s Day on Sunday. Just sayin’ (ahem, dear). This is my second Mother’s Day. Last year I got a clothes airer. Terribly un-fun, but I actually asked for a clothes airer (and it’s had a lot of use over the last twelve months), so it’s all good. What’s your idea of the perfect Mother’s [...]
easter 2011 craft roundup
It surprised me that there are a LOT of Easter craft tutorials on the web. Here is a small selection of ideas that would make nice gifts (and one or two quirky ideas that just appealed to me). The focus on gift ideas means that I haven’t included Easter garlands, wreaths, bunnies, chickens, eggs and [...]
choosing (or making) the perfect gift
It’s that season again. Time to run round frantically trying to find something, anything to give to that special someone. There’s nothing worse than opening a gift and realising it is one of those last minute, un-thought-out ‘what the hell am I going to do with this? / I’m allergic to nuts’ type gifts, especially [...]
handmade valentine gift ideas
A collection of handmade Valentine’s Day tutorials.
frugal valentine gift ideas
Valentine’s gift don’t have to cost the earth. On this day, more than ever, it’s the thought that counts. Here are 10 Frugal Valentine’s Day gift ideas that show your Valentine you care.
start a christmas fund and take the sting out of christmas cheer
Avoid the after Christmas hangover by saving a little each week throughout the year for Christmas.
